A catheter-based procedure to replace a diseased aortic valve without open-heart surgery.
TAVI / TAVR (Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement) in Ahmedabad
Interventional Cardiology
TAVI / TAVR (Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement) in Ahmedabad
TAVI (also called TAVR) is a catheter-based procedure to replace a diseased aortic valve without open-heart surgery. Dr. Kulin Sheth performs it at Apollo CVHF Hospital, Bodakdev.
Who It's For
TAVI is considered for certain patients with significant aortic valve disease (most commonly aortic stenosis) where it's judged a suitable alternative to open surgical valve replacement, based on individual assessment.
How It Compares to Surgical Valve Replacement
Neither option suits every patient. The choice is based on the valve disease, overall health, and surgical risk.
- TAVI / TAVR: catheter-based, typically via a blood vessel in the leg. The chest is not opened, and typical recovery is shorter.
- Surgical aortic valve replacement: open-heart surgery. The chest is opened, and typical recovery is longer.
The Procedure
- Detailed evaluation confirms suitability for TAVI.
- A catheter is guided to the diseased aortic valve, typically via a blood vessel in the leg.
- The replacement valve is positioned within the diseased valve.
- The replacement valve is expanded and takes over normal valve function.
- The catheter is withdrawn.
Preparation
Detailed evaluation and specific preparation instructions precede the procedure.
Preparing for Procedures
Recovery
Recovery is typically shorter than open surgery.
Frequently asked questions
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What is TAVI/TAVR?
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Is TAVI the same as open-heart valve surgery?No. It's a catheter-based procedure performed without opening the chest, though not every patient is a suitable candidate.
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Who decides if TAVI is the right option?This comes down to the valve disease itself, overall health, and surgical risk, worked through with your cardiologist during consultation.
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How long is recovery after TAVI?Generally shorter than open surgical valve replacement, though this varies by individual case.
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What is the difference between TAVI and TAVR?None clinically. They refer to the same procedure. TAVI = Transcatheter Aortic Valve Implantation; TAVR = Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement.
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Where is TAVI performed?Dr. Kulin Sheth performs it at Apollo CVHF in Bodakdev, Ahmedabad.
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