What is the role of multimodality imaging in the diagnosis and management of left ventricular apical pseudoaneurysm after transapical TAVR?
Multimodality imaging is essential for the timely diagnosis and management of high-mortality left ventricular pseudoaneurysms following transapical TAVR.
Left ventricular pseudoaneurysm formation is a rare complication of transapical approach transcatheter aortic valve replacement. It can cause chest pain and shortness of breath or remain asymptomatic. Mortality rate is high, and therefore, timely diagnosis and management are essential. Different imaging modalities can provide anatomic or functional information and are essential for the primary diagnosis or during follow-up.
Ansari‐Gilani et al. (Thu,) studied this question.