Room considerations with TAVR. Academic Article uri icon

Overview

abstract

  • While transcatheter aortic valve replacement is considered a viable alternative to traditional surgery for patients with critical aortic stenosis, it is still a cardiac surgical procedure with a steep learning curve. Space consideration is a key aspect of the procedure's success. A TAVR program requires the commitment from and investment of institutional resources, the outfitting of an appropriate procedure room, and meticulous training of a multidisciplinary TAVR team. Careful integration of the various imaging modalities, medical specialties, and equipment is necessary to ensure the safety and efficacy of the procedure and to treat complications that may arise.

publication date

  • January 1, 2012

Research

keywords

  • Aortic Valve
  • Cardiac Catheterization
  • Heart Defects, Congenital
  • Heart Valve Diseases
  • Heart Valve Prosthesis Implantation
  • Operating Rooms

Identity

PubMed Central ID

  • PMC3405801

Scopus Document Identifier

  • 84871873719

Digital Object Identifier (DOI)

  • 10.14797/mdcj-8-2-19

PubMed ID

  • 22891123

Additional Document Info

volume

  • 8

issue

  • 2