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Transcatheter aortic valve replacement is discussed as a treatment option for severe aortic stenosis in patients for whom surgical intervention is not deemed appropriate.
This review provides an overview of transcatheter aortic valve replacement, including indications, procedural details, complications, and nursing considerations.
May guide TAVR nursing care in inoperable severe AS; leaves open standardization of protocols.
Transcatheter aortic valve replacement (TAVR) is indicated in some patients with severe aortic stenosis for whom surgical intervention is not deemed appropriate. This article explores when TAVR may be the preferred treatment option over surgical aortic valve replacement and discusses various prosthetic valve devices. The TAVR procedure, diagnostic screenings, complications, postoperative management, and nursing considerations are also outlined.
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Melody K. Karycki (2019) conducted a review in severe aortic stenosis. Transcatheter aortic valve replacement (TAVR) vs. surgical aortic valve replacement was evaluated. Transcatheter aortic valve replacement is discussed as a treatment option for severe aortic stenosis in patients for whom surgical intervention is not deemed appropriate.
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