Why the study?
Does transaortic TAVI provide a safe and effective alternative in patients with severe aortic stenosis and no peripheral access options?
Population
2 women with severe aortic valve stenosis and severe peripheral arterial occlusive disease, with absolutely…
Design
Case_series
Follow-up
Until hospital discharge (7 and 9 days)
Authors
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May offer option for severe AS without peripheral access; leaves open need for prospective validation.
Does transaortic TAVI provide a safe and effective alternative in patients with severe aortic stenosis and no peripheral access options?
A minimally invasive transaortic approach for TAVI is a feasible and safe alternative for patients with severe aortic stenosis who lack peripheral access options.
Latsios et al. (2009) studied this question.