Based on the results from the MATTERHORN (A Multicenter, Randomized, Controlled Study to Assess Mitral Valve Reconstruction for Advanced Insufficiency of Functional or Ischemic Origin), transcatheter ...

The natural history of aortic ... preemptive surgery, as currently recommended by guidelines. However, for most asymptomatic patients, for now, “If it ain't broke, don't break it or fix it” appears ...

Background Subclinical leaflet thrombosis (SLT) is a common complication after transcatheter aortic valve replacement (TAVR). Multidimensional CT (MDCT) is the main imaging mortality for the diagnosis ...

The symptoms of bicuspid aortic valve (BAV ... e.g. beta blockers and diuretics to manage fluid overload. Valve repair or replacement surgery can be an effective treatment for BAV.

On Dec. 6, 2023, Howard had aortic valve replacement surgery. It worked. He was up and walking that night and was back to work full time within a month. A year later, Howard, now 69, said he feels ...

Deterioration due to aging, arthritis, and osteoporosis causes pain and stiffness. Hip replacement surgery offers pain relief and restores mobility, enabling seniors to regain independence and ...

Objectives: The bicuspid aortic valve (BAV) is the most common congenital heart defect. Patients with BAV frequently develop aortopathy, which depends on the dysfunction and morphotype of the BAV. Aim ...

Your healthcare provider may advise an abdominal aortic aneurysm (AAA) repair to treat an aneurysm. An aneurysm is a bulging, weak spot in the aorta that may be at risk for rupturing. In this case, ...