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Kim WK, Charitos E, Renker M, Hamm C, Seidler T, Hamm CW, Choi YH, Sossalla S. Contemporary Risk Assessment of Aortic Root Injury for New-Generation Balloon-Expandable Transcatheter Heart Valves. Can J Cardiol 2024; 40:1266-1269. [PMID: 38215971 DOI: 10.1016/j.cjca.2023.12.034] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/03/2023] [Revised: 12/19/2023] [Accepted: 12/27/2023] [Indexed: 01/14/2024] Open
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- Won-Keun Kim
- Department of Cardiology, Kerckhoff Heart Center, Bad Nauheim, Germany; Department of Cardiac Surgery, Kerckhoff Heart Center, Bad Nauheim, Germany; Department of Cardiology, Justus-Liebig University of Giessen, Giessen, Germany; German Center for Cardiovascular Research (DZHK), Partner Site Rhine-Main Frankfurt am Main, Germany.
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- Department of Cardiology, Kerckhoff Heart Center, Bad Nauheim, Germany; Department of Cardiac Surgery, Kerckhoff Heart Center, Bad Nauheim, Germany
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- Department of Cardiology, Kerckhoff Heart Center, Bad Nauheim, Germany; German Center for Cardiovascular Research (DZHK), Partner Site Rhine-Main Frankfurt am Main, Germany
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- Department of Cardiology, Kerckhoff Heart Center, Bad Nauheim, Germany; Department of Cardiology, Justus-Liebig University of Giessen, Giessen, Germany
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- Department of Cardiology, Kerckhoff Heart Center, Bad Nauheim, Germany; Department of Cardiology, Justus-Liebig University of Giessen, Giessen, Germany; German Center for Cardiovascular Research (DZHK), Partner Site Rhine-Main Frankfurt am Main, Germany
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- Department of Cardiac Surgery, Kerckhoff Heart Center, Bad Nauheim, Germany; German Center for Cardiovascular Research (DZHK), Partner Site Rhine-Main Frankfurt am Main, Germany
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- Department of Cardiology, Kerckhoff Heart Center, Bad Nauheim, Germany; Department of Cardiology, Justus-Liebig University of Giessen, Giessen, Germany; German Center for Cardiovascular Research (DZHK), Partner Site Rhine-Main Frankfurt am Main, Germany
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Lopes V, Almeida PC, Moreira N, Ferreira LA, Teixeira R, Donato P, Gonçalves L. Computed tomography imaging in preprocedural planning of transcatheter valvular heart interventions. THE INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF CARDIOVASCULAR IMAGING 2024; 40:1163-1181. [PMID: 38780710 DOI: 10.1007/s10554-024-03140-9] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/05/2023] [Accepted: 05/13/2024] [Indexed: 05/25/2024]
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Cardiac Computed Tomography (CCT) has become a reliable imaging modality in cardiology providing robust information on the morphology and structure of the heart with high temporal and isotropic spatial resolution. For the past decade, there has been a paradigm shift in the management of valvular heart disease since previously unfavorable candidates for surgery are now provided with less-invasive interventions. Transcatheter heart valve interventions provide a real alternative to medical and surgical management and are often the only treatment option for valvular heart disease patients. Successful transcatheter valve interventions rely on comprehensive multimodality imaging assessment. CCT is the mainstay imaging technique for preprocedural planning of these interventions. CCT is critical in guiding patient selection, choice of procedural access, device selection, procedural guidance, as well as allowing postprocedural follow-up of complications. This article aims to review the current evidence of the role of CCT in the preprocedural planning of patients undergoing transcatheter valvular interventions.
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- Vanessa Lopes
- Cardiology Department, Hospitais da Universidade de Coimbra, Unidade Local de Saúde de Coimbra, Coimbra, Portugal.
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- Medical Imaging Department, Hospitais da Universidade de Coimbra, Unidade Local de Saúde de Coimbra, Coimbra, Portugal
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- Cardiology Department, Hospitais da Universidade de Coimbra, Unidade Local de Saúde de Coimbra, Coimbra, Portugal
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- Medical Imaging Department, Hospitais da Universidade de Coimbra, Unidade Local de Saúde de Coimbra, Coimbra, Portugal
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- Cardiology Department, Hospitais da Universidade de Coimbra, Unidade Local de Saúde de Coimbra, Coimbra, Portugal
- Faculty of Medicine, Univ Coimbra, Coimbra, Portugal
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- Medical Imaging Department, Hospitais da Universidade de Coimbra, Unidade Local de Saúde de Coimbra, Coimbra, Portugal
- Faculty of Medicine, Univ Coimbra, Coimbra, Portugal
- Univ Coimbra, Coimbra Institute for Biomedical Imaging and Translation Research (CIBIT), Coimbra, Portugal
- Clinical Academic Center of Coimbra (CACC), Coimbra, Portugal
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- Cardiology Department, Hospitais da Universidade de Coimbra, Unidade Local de Saúde de Coimbra, Coimbra, Portugal
- Faculty of Medicine, Univ Coimbra, Coimbra, Portugal
- Clinical Academic Center of Coimbra (CACC), Coimbra, Portugal
- Coimbra Institute for Clinical and Biomedical Research (iCBR), Faculty of Medicine, Univ Coimbra, Coimbra, Portugal
- Center for Innovative Biomedicine and Biotechnology (CIBB), Univ Coimbra, Coimbra, Portugal
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Kassab K, Jolly N, Vij A, Kattoor AJ. Percutaneous closure of ruptured sinus of Valsalva: A review. CARDIOVASCULAR REVASCULARIZATION MEDICINE 2024; 60:91-94. [PMID: 37777419 DOI: 10.1016/j.carrev.2023.09.006] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/01/2023] [Revised: 09/09/2023] [Accepted: 09/21/2023] [Indexed: 10/02/2023]
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- Kameel Kassab
- Division of Cardiology, Yuma Regional Medical Center, Yuma, AZ, USA.
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- Division of Cardiology, Rush University Medical Center, Chicago, IL, USA
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- Division of Cardiology, Rush University Medical Center, Chicago, IL, USA; Division of Cardiology, Cook County Health, Chicago, IL, USA
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Elnwagy MM, Baraka MMA, Hafez MS, Kamal D, El-Sayed MH, Mostafa AE. Impact of prosthesis oversizing on clinical outcomes of transcatheter aortic valve implantation using a self-expandable Evolut R valve. Egypt Heart J 2024; 76:20. [PMID: 38345661 PMCID: PMC10861408 DOI: 10.1186/s43044-024-00450-0] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/02/2023] [Accepted: 01/30/2024] [Indexed: 02/15/2024] Open
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BACKGROUND Transcatheter Aortic Valve Implantation (TAVI) has a growing target population after being indicated even in low-surgical-risk patients with severe symptomatic aortic stenosis. However, postoperative outcomes can be compromised due to para-valvular leakage (PVL). A lot of procedural steps have been investigated to decrease this partially avoidable operational hazard. Oversizing is a main technique to decrease the PVL, despite being itself a risky step. Many studies have been conducted to identify the optimum degree of oversizing. However, studies about oversizing by more than 20% are scarce. We aimed to evaluate the safety and efficacy of oversizing equal to or more than 20%. RESULTS 209 patients who underwent TAVI using the self-expandable valve Evolut R were initially included. 66 patients were excluded because of the baseline conduction disturbance and lack of sufficient data, so 143 patients, 60 females and 83 males, were enrolled in our study as two groups based on the degree of oversizing: Group A included 97 patients with an oversizing index (OI) of less than 20%, and Group B included 46 patients with an OI of 20% or more. We conducted a new technique for more accurate measuring of the OI in the context of the implantation depth, and our patients were categorized using this technique. Our findings have met our primary end point in terms of the safety and efficacy of oversizing by 20% or more. There was no significant difference between both groups in terms of new-onset conduction disturbance (NOCD), with zero cases of annular rupture or coronary encroachment. In terms of efficacy, The incidence of significant PVL (grade 2 or more) in group B was less than in group A (P value 0.007). The ROC curve found that the minimum depth of implantation-derived oversizing (DIDO) to predict no significant PVL was less than 17%. CONCLUSION Prosthesis oversizing by 20% using the self-expandable Evolut R valve is safe and effective, with no significant effect on the conduction system, coronary encroachment, or annular injury, and warrants a greater reduction in the incidence of significant PVL.
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- Cardiology department, Ain Shams University, Abbassya, P0 11591, Cairo, Egypt
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- Cardiology department, Ain Shams University, Abbassya, P0 11591, Cairo, Egypt
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- Cardiology department, Ain Shams University, Abbassya, P0 11591, Cairo, Egypt
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- Cardiology department, Ain Shams University, Abbassya, P0 11591, Cairo, Egypt
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Yamashita K, Shimamura K, Maeda K, Kawamura A, Taira M, Yoshioka D, Miyagawa S. Three-step surgical management algorithm for annular rupture in transcatheter aortic valve replacement. JTCVS Tech 2023; 22:169-177. [PMID: 38152205 PMCID: PMC10750471 DOI: 10.1016/j.xjtc.2023.08.012] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/26/2023] [Revised: 07/18/2023] [Accepted: 07/31/2023] [Indexed: 12/29/2023] Open
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Objective Whereas transcatheter aortic valve replacement is widely implemented, annular rupture is a devastating complication and could be highly mortal. However, owing to its rare incidence, the optimal treatment algorithm has not been established. Thus, we evaluated the feasibility and effectiveness of a 3-step algorithm to treat annulus rupture. Methods From 2009 to 2022, 8 patients of 1083 transcatheter aortic valve implantation (0.8%) developed annulus rupture and were treated with the three-step algorithm. The algorithm was composed of a first step (pericardial drainage and protamine neutralization with blood pressure control), second step (manual hemostatic compression via full/partial sternotomy), and a third step (conservative treatment or radical surgical correction). Results The median age at the procedure was 85 (78-88) years and 7 female patients were included in this study. Two (25%) patients had end-stage renal failure under hemodialysis, and median Society of Thoracic Surgeons score was 8.9% (2.1%-23.2%). The implanted transcatheter heart valves (THVs) were 7 balloon-expandable THVs and 1 self-expandable THV with balloon postdilatation. Under this strategy, 8 (100%) patients underwent pericardial drainage as first step and 5 patients achieved hemostasis. Of these, patient 1 demonstrated bleeding from left sinus of Valsalva and required a Bentall procedure. Although the etiology of this phenomenon was not investigated by contrast-enhanced computed tomography, it might be derived from pseudoaneurysm rupture or delayed annular rupture. In 2 patients, the second step treatment was needed for hemostasis. Third-step treatment was conducted in 1 patient. Postoperatively, 6 patients could be discharged without critical complications whereas 2 patients died during the hospitalization. There were no other complications during the followed-up (584 [7-1614]) days. Conclusions In accordance with the three-step algorithm, 6 patients, including those with high-risk or inoperative status, survived.
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- Kizuku Yamashita
- Department of Cardiovascular Surgery, Osaka University Graduate School of Medicine, Osaka, Japan
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- Department of Cardiovascular Surgery, Osaka University Graduate School of Medicine, Osaka, Japan
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- Department of Minimally Invasive Cardiovascular Medicine, Osaka University Graduate School of Medicine, Osaka, Japan
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- Department of Cardiovascular Surgery, Osaka University Graduate School of Medicine, Osaka, Japan
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- Department of Cardiovascular Surgery, Osaka University Graduate School of Medicine, Osaka, Japan
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- Department of Cardiovascular Surgery, Osaka University Graduate School of Medicine, Osaka, Japan
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- Department of Cardiovascular Surgery, Osaka University Graduate School of Medicine, Osaka, Japan
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Bartel T. Intracardiac Echocardiography: Guiding Tool in Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement. JACC. ASIA 2023; 3:935-936. [PMID: 38155794 PMCID: PMC10751639 DOI: 10.1016/j.jacasi.2023.08.002] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/30/2023]
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Jones A, Amirjamshidi H, Knight P, Ling FS, Hisamoto K. Aortic annulus rupture after transcatheter aortic valve replacement: successful management of a dangerous complication. J Cardiothorac Surg 2023; 18:321. [PMID: 37957662 PMCID: PMC10644507 DOI: 10.1186/s13019-023-02426-8] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/08/2023] [Accepted: 11/03/2023] [Indexed: 11/15/2023] Open
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OBJECTIVE Aortic annulus rupture remains one of the most fatal complications of TAVR. While attempts have been made to describe and predict this complication, the data remains insufficient without evidence-based guidelines for management of this rare complication. METHODS Here we describe a series of 3 aortic annulus ruptures after TAVR which were managed successfully to hospital discharge. RESULTS Patient 1 suffered annulus rupture during balloon valvuloplasty prior to TAVR. The patient became hypotensive, and echocardiogram showed pericardial effusion. The patient underwent pericardiocentesis which transiently improved the blood pressure, but bleeding continued. The patient was transitioned to an open surgical aortic valve replacement due to ongoing hemorrhage. The chest was left open with delayed closure on post-op day 2. The patient was discharged on post-op day 15. Patient 2 was undergoing TAVR valve expansion. The patient became hypotensive. An echocardiogram revealed pericardial effusion. Pericardiocentesis yielded 200 mL of blood. SURGIFLO (Johnson & Johnson Wound Management, Somerville, NJ) was injected into the pericardial space. Aortic root angiography confirmed no further contrast extravasation. A pericardial drain was left in place for 2 days, and the patient was discharged on post-op day 7. Patient 3 received a TAVR valve and post-placement dilation due to paravalvular leak. The echocardiogram showed a pericardial effusion. Pericardiocentesis was performed, yielding 500 cc of blood. The patient's healthcare proxy declined emergent surgery; thus, a pericardial drain was placed. No hemostatic agents were used, and drainage reduced over several hours. The drain was removed on post-op day 3, and the patient was discharged on post-op day 8. CONCLUSIONS Based on the timelines in these three cases, and interventions used, the following steps may be employed in the event of annulus rupture: identification of hemodynamic instability, echocardiogram to confirm pericardial effusion, emergent pericardiocentesis, pericardial drain placement for evacuation of the pericardial space and use of hemostatic agents, repeat aortogram to rule out ongoing extravasation. If hemostasis is unable to be achieved and/or the patient becomes hemodynamically unstable at any point, rapid transition to emergent surgical management is necessary. This management strategy proved successful for this case series and warrants further investigation.
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- Andrew Jones
- University of Rochester School of Medicine and Dentistry, Rochester, NY, USA
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- Division of Cardiac Surgery, Department of Surgery, University of Rochester Medical Center, 601 Elmwood Ave, Box: Surg, Rochester, NY, 14627, USA
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- Division of Cardiac Surgery, Department of Surgery, University of Rochester Medical Center, 601 Elmwood Ave, Box: Surg, Rochester, NY, 14627, USA
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- Division of Cardiology, University of Rochester Medical Center, Rochester, NY, USA
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- Division of Cardiac Surgery, Department of Surgery, University of Rochester Medical Center, 601 Elmwood Ave, Box: Surg, Rochester, NY, 14627, USA.
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Dweck MR, Loganath K, Bing R, Treibel TA, McCann GP, Newby DE, Leipsic J, Fraccaro C, Paolisso P, Cosyns B, Habib G, Cavalcante J, Donal E, Lancellotti P, Clavel MA, Otto CM, Pibarot P. Multi-modality imaging in aortic stenosis: an EACVI clinical consensus document. Eur Heart J Cardiovasc Imaging 2023; 24:1430-1443. [PMID: 37395329 DOI: 10.1093/ehjci/jead153] [Citation(s) in RCA: 9] [Impact Index Per Article: 9.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/13/2023] [Accepted: 06/16/2023] [Indexed: 07/04/2023] Open
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In this EACVI clinical scientific update, we will explore the current use of multi-modality imaging in the diagnosis, risk stratification, and follow-up of patients with aortic stenosis, with a particular focus on recent developments and future directions. Echocardiography is and will likely remain the key method of diagnosis and surveillance of aortic stenosis providing detailed assessments of valve haemodynamics and the cardiac remodelling response. Computed tomography (CT) is already widely used in the planning of transcutaneous aortic valve implantation. We anticipate its increased use as an anatomical adjudicator to clarify disease severity in patients with discordant echocardiographic measurements. CT calcium scoring is currently used for this purpose; however, contrast CT techniques are emerging that allow identification of both calcific and fibrotic valve thickening. Additionally, improved assessments of myocardial decompensation with echocardiography, cardiac magnetic resonance, and CT will become more commonplace in our routine assessment of aortic stenosis. Underpinning all of this will be widespread application of artificial intelligence. In combination, we believe this new era of multi-modality imaging in aortic stenosis will improve the diagnosis, follow-up, and timing of intervention in aortic stenosis as well as potentially accelerate the development of the novel pharmacological treatments required for this disease.
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- Marc R Dweck
- Centre for Cardiovascular Science, University of Edinburgh, Chancellors Building, Little France Crescent, Edinburgh, EH16 4SB, UK
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- Centre for Cardiovascular Science, University of Edinburgh, Chancellors Building, Little France Crescent, Edinburgh, EH16 4SB, UK
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- Centre for Cardiovascular Science, University of Edinburgh, Chancellors Building, Little France Crescent, Edinburgh, EH16 4SB, UK
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- Barts Heart Centre, Bart's Health NHS Trust, W Smithfield, EC1A 7BE, London, UK
- University College London Institute of Cardiovascular Science, 62 Huntley St, WC1E 6DD, London, UK
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- Department of Cardiovascular Sciences, University of Leicester, University Rd, Leicester LE1 7RH, UK
- The NIHR Leicester Biomedical Research Centre, Glenfield Hospital, Groby Road, Leicester, LE3 9QP, UK
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- Centre for Cardiovascular Science, University of Edinburgh, Chancellors Building, Little France Crescent, Edinburgh, EH16 4SB, UK
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- Centre for Cardiovascular Innovation, St Paul's and Vancouver General Hospital, 1081 Burrard St Room 166, Vancouver, British Columbia V6Z 1Y6, Canada
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- Department of Cardiac, Thoracic and Vascular Science and Public Health, Via Giustiniani, 2 - 35128, Padua, Italy
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- Cardiovascular Center Aalst, OLV Clinic, Moorselbaan 164, 9300 Aalst, Belgium
- Department of Advanced Biomedical Sciences, University of Naples, Federico II, 80125 Naples, Italy
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- Department of Cardiology, Universitair Ziekenhuis Brussel, Laarbeeklaan 101, 1090 Jette, Belgium
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- Cardiology Department, Hôpital La Timone, 264 Rue Saint-Pierre, 13005 Marseille, France
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- Allina Health Minneapolis Heart Institute, Abbott Northwestern Hospital, 800 E 28th St, Minneapolis, MN 55407, USA
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- Cardiology and CIC, Université Rennes, 2 Rue Henri Le Guilloux, 35033 Rennes, France
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- GIGA Cardiovascular Sciences, Department of Cardiology, University of Liège Hospital, CHU Sart Tilman, Liège, Belgium
- Gruppo Villa Maria Care and Research, Corso Giuseppe Garibaldi, 11, 48022 Lugo RA, Italy
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- Institut Universitaire de Cardiologie et de Pneumologie de Québec/Québec Heart and Lung Institute, 2725 Ch Ste-Foy, Québec, QC G1V 4G5, Canada
- Faculté de Médecine-Département de Médecine, Université Laval, Ferdinand Vandry Pavillon, 1050 Av. de la Médecine, Québec City, Quebec G1V 0A6, Canada
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- Division of Cardiology, Department of Medicine, University of Washington School of Medicine, 4333 Brooklyn Ave NE Box 359458, Seattle, WA 98195-9458, USA
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- Institut Universitaire de Cardiologie et de Pneumologie de Québec/Québec Heart and Lung Institute, 2725 Ch Ste-Foy, Québec, QC G1V 4G5, Canada
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Elmously A, Lahan S, Al Abri Q, Wyler von Ballmoos MC, Ramchandani M. Sutureless Perceval Valve: Size Matters. INNOVATIONS-TECHNOLOGY AND TECHNIQUES IN CARDIOTHORACIC AND VASCULAR SURGERY 2023; 18:311-315. [PMID: 37585809 DOI: 10.1177/15569845231190881] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 08/18/2023]
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- Adham Elmously
- Department of Cardiovascular Surgery, Houston Methodist Hospital, DeBakey Heart and Vascular Center, TX, USA
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- Department of Cardiovascular Surgery, Houston Methodist Hospital, DeBakey Heart and Vascular Center, TX, USA
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- Department of Cardiac Surgery, National Heart Center, Royal Hospital, Muscat, Oman
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- Department of Cardiovascular Surgery, Houston Methodist Hospital, DeBakey Heart and Vascular Center, TX, USA
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Prieto-Lobato A, Nuche J, Avvedimento M, Paradis JM, Dumont E, Kalavrouziotis D, Mohammadi S, Rodés-Cabau J. Managing the challenge of a small aortic annulus in patients with severe aortic stenosis. Expert Rev Cardiovasc Ther 2023; 21:747-761. [PMID: 37869793 DOI: 10.1080/14779072.2023.2271395] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/22/2023] [Accepted: 10/12/2023] [Indexed: 10/24/2023]
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INTRODUCTION Small aortic annulus (SAA) poses a challenge in the management of patients with severe aortic stenosis requiring aortic valve replacement - both surgical and transcatheter - since it has been associated with worse clinical outcomes. AREAS COVERED This review aims to comprehensively summarize the available evidence regarding the management of aortic stenosis in patients with SAA and discuss the current controversies as well as future perspectives in this field. EXPERT OPINION It is paramount to agree in a common definition for diagnosing and properly treating SAA patients, and for that purpose, multidetector computer tomography is essential. The results of recent trials led to the expansion of transcatheter aortic valve replacement among patients of all the surgical-risk spectrum, and the choice of treatment (transcatheter, surgical) should be based on patient comorbidities, anatomical characteristics, and patient preferences.
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- Alicia Prieto-Lobato
- Quebec Heart & Lung Institute, Laval University, Quebec City, QC, Canada
- Hospital del Mar, Barcelona, Spain
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- Quebec Heart & Lung Institute, Laval University, Quebec City, QC, Canada
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- Quebec Heart & Lung Institute, Laval University, Quebec City, QC, Canada
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- Quebec Heart & Lung Institute, Laval University, Quebec City, QC, Canada
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- Quebec Heart & Lung Institute, Laval University, Quebec City, QC, Canada
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- Quebec Heart & Lung Institute, Laval University, Quebec City, QC, Canada
- Clínic Barcelona, Barcelona, Spain
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Park S, Cho Y, Oh YW, Ko M, Lim DS, Yu CW, Park SM, Kim MN, Hwang SH. Identifying fragile calcifications of the aortic valve in transcatheter aortic valve replacement: iodine concentration of aortic valvular calcification by spectral CT. Eur Radiol 2023; 33:1963-1972. [PMID: 36112191 DOI: 10.1007/s00330-022-09133-3] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/28/2022] [Revised: 07/21/2022] [Accepted: 08/29/2022] [Indexed: 11/04/2022]
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OBJECTIVE To demonstrate the relationship between spectral computed tomography (CT) measured iodine concentration and strength of aortic valvular calcification (AVC) in patients with aortic valve stenosis (AVS). METHODS A retrospective study was performed on patients who underwent transcatheter aortic valve replacement (TAVR) for symptomatic AVS and underwent both pre and postprocedural electrocardiogram gated CT scans using a spectral CT system. Preprocedural CT was used to evaluate the volume and iodine concentration (IC) in the AVC. Postprocedural CT data were used to calculate the volume reduction percentage (VRP) of AVC. Multiple linear regression analysis was used to identify the independent variables related to the VRP in AVCs. RESULTS A total of 94 AVCs were selected from 22 patients. The mean volume and IC of the AVCs before TAVR were 0.37 mL ± 0.15 mL and 7 mg/mL ± 10.5 mg/mL, respectively. After TAVR, a median VRP of all 94 AVCs was 18.5%. Multiple linear regression analysis showed that the IC was independently associated with the VRP (coefficient = 1.64, p < 0.001). When an optimal IC cutoff point was set at 4 mg/mL in the assessment of a fragile AVC which showed the VRP was > 18.5%, the sensitivity was 63%; specificity, 91%; positive predictive value, 88%; and negative predictive value, 71%. CONCLUSIONS When using spectral CT to prepare the TAVR, measuring the IC of the AVC may be useful to assess the probability of AVC deformity after TAVR. KEY POINTS • A dual-layer detector-based spectral CT enables quantifying iodine of contrast media in the aortic valve calcification (AVC) on contrast-enhanced CT images. • The AVC including iodine of contrast media on contrast-enhanced CT image may have loose compositions, associated with the deformity of AVC after TAVR. • Measuring the iodine concentration in AVC may have the potential to assess the probability of AVC deformity, which may be associated with the outcome and complications after TAVR.2.
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- Soojung Park
- Department of Radiology, Korea University Anam Hospital, 73, Goryeodae-ro, Seoungbuk-gu, Seoul, 02841, Republic of Korea
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- Department of Radiology, Korea University Anam Hospital, 73, Goryeodae-ro, Seoungbuk-gu, Seoul, 02841, Republic of Korea
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- Department of Radiology, Korea University Anam Hospital, 73, Goryeodae-ro, Seoungbuk-gu, Seoul, 02841, Republic of Korea
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- Korea University College of Medicine, 73, Goryeodae-ro, Seoungbuk-gu, Seoul, 02841, Republic of Korea
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- Division of Cardiology, Department of Internal Medicine, Korea University Anam Hospital, 73, Goryeodae-ro, Seoungbuk-gu, Seoul, 02841, Republic of Korea
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- Division of Cardiology, Department of Internal Medicine, Korea University Anam Hospital, 73, Goryeodae-ro, Seoungbuk-gu, Seoul, 02841, Republic of Korea
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- Division of Cardiology, Department of Internal Medicine, Korea University Anam Hospital, 73, Goryeodae-ro, Seoungbuk-gu, Seoul, 02841, Republic of Korea
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- Division of Cardiology, Department of Internal Medicine, Korea University Anam Hospital, 73, Goryeodae-ro, Seoungbuk-gu, Seoul, 02841, Republic of Korea
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- Department of Radiology, Korea University Anam Hospital, 73, Goryeodae-ro, Seoungbuk-gu, Seoul, 02841, Republic of Korea.
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Personalised Treatment in Aortic Stenosis: A Patient-Tailored Transcatheter Aortic Valve Implantation Approach. J Cardiovasc Dev Dis 2022; 9:jcdd9110407. [PMID: 36421942 PMCID: PMC9694505 DOI: 10.3390/jcdd9110407] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/19/2022] [Revised: 11/13/2022] [Accepted: 11/18/2022] [Indexed: 11/23/2022] Open
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Transcatheter aortic valve replacement (TAVI) has become a game changer in the management of severe aortic stenosis shifting the concept from inoperable or high-risk patients to intermediate or low surgical-risk individuals. Among devices available nowadays, there is no clear evidence that one device is better than the other or that one device is suitable for all patients. The selection of the optimal TAVI valve for every patient represents a challenging process for clinicians, given a large number of currently available devices. Consequently, understanding the advantages and disadvantages of each valve and personalising the valve selection based on patient-specific clinical and anatomical characteristics is paramount. This review article aims to both analyse the available devices in the presence of specific clinical and anatomic features and offer guidance to select the most suitable valve for a given patient.
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Miyasaka M, Tada N. Prosthesis-patient mismatch after transcatheter aortic valve implantation. Cardiovasc Interv Ther 2022; 37:615-625. [PMID: 35708855 DOI: 10.1007/s12928-022-00865-z] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/28/2022] [Accepted: 05/08/2022] [Indexed: 01/22/2023]
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Prosthesis-patient mismatch (PPM), first described in 1978, occurs when a prosthetic valve functions normally, but has an effective orifice area that is too small relative to the patient's body surface area. It results in residual left ventricular afterload and higher transvalvular pressure gradient, which has been considered to impair prognosis. PPM following surgical aortic replacement is reportedly associated with worse clinical outcomes, such as high mortality. However, the impact of PPM on clinical outcomes after transcatheter aortic valve implantation (TAVI) remains unclear. There is conflicting evidence on the impact of PPM following TAVI due to differences across studies in terms of follow-up period, methods, patient populations, and type of bioprosthetic valve. The present review summarizes the most recent evidence on PPM after TAVI.
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- Masaki Miyasaka
- Department of Laboratory Medicine, The Jikei University School of Medicine, 3-25-8 Nishi-Shimbashi, Minato-ku, Tokyo, Japan. .,Cardiovascular Center, Sendai Kosei Hospital, Miyagi, Japan.
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- Cardiovascular Center, Sendai Kosei Hospital, Miyagi, Japan
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Rouleau SG, Brady WJ, Koyfman A, Long B. Transcatheter aortic valve replacement complications: A narrative review for emergency clinicians. Am J Emerg Med 2022; 56:77-86. [DOI: 10.1016/j.ajem.2022.03.042] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/20/2022] [Revised: 03/11/2022] [Accepted: 03/20/2022] [Indexed: 02/07/2023] Open
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Systolic or diastolic CT image acquisition for transcatheter aortic valve replacement – an outcome analysis. J Cardiovasc Comput Tomogr 2022; 16:423-430. [DOI: 10.1016/j.jcct.2022.05.003] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/23/2021] [Revised: 05/03/2022] [Accepted: 05/14/2022] [Indexed: 11/22/2022]
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Prospective Evaluation of the Learning Curve and Diagnostic Accuracy for Pre-TAVI Cardiac Computed Tomography Analysis by Cardiologists in Training: The LEARN-CT Study. J Cardiovasc Comput Tomogr 2022; 16:404-411. [DOI: 10.1016/j.jcct.2022.03.002] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/14/2021] [Revised: 03/05/2022] [Accepted: 03/08/2022] [Indexed: 12/17/2022]
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Del Val D, López-Melgar B, Rivero F, Valdivia-Mazeyra MF, Bastante T, Cuesta J, Roquero P, Alfonso F. Anterior Mitral Leaflet Dissection and Pseudoaneurysm Late After Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement: Look Beyond the Obvious. Circ Cardiovasc Imaging 2022; 15:e013724. [PMID: 35184573 DOI: 10.1161/circimaging.121.013724] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/16/2022]
Affiliation(s)
- David Del Val
- Cardiology Department (D.d.V., B.L.-M., F.R., T.B., J.C., P.R., F.A.), Hospital Universitario de La Princesa, Madrid, Spain.,Instituto de Investigación Sanitaria (D.d.V., F.R., T.B., J.C., F.A.), Hospital Universitario de La Princesa, Madrid, Spain
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- Cardiology Department (D.d.V., B.L.-M., F.R., T.B., J.C., P.R., F.A.), Hospital Universitario de La Princesa, Madrid, Spain
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- Cardiology Department (D.d.V., B.L.-M., F.R., T.B., J.C., P.R., F.A.), Hospital Universitario de La Princesa, Madrid, Spain.,Instituto de Investigación Sanitaria (D.d.V., F.R., T.B., J.C., F.A.), Hospital Universitario de La Princesa, Madrid, Spain
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- Cardiology Department (D.d.V., B.L.-M., F.R., T.B., J.C., P.R., F.A.), Hospital Universitario de La Princesa, Madrid, Spain.,Instituto de Investigación Sanitaria (D.d.V., F.R., T.B., J.C., F.A.), Hospital Universitario de La Princesa, Madrid, Spain
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- Cardiology Department (D.d.V., B.L.-M., F.R., T.B., J.C., P.R., F.A.), Hospital Universitario de La Princesa, Madrid, Spain.,Instituto de Investigación Sanitaria (D.d.V., F.R., T.B., J.C., F.A.), Hospital Universitario de La Princesa, Madrid, Spain
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- Cardiology Department (D.d.V., B.L.-M., F.R., T.B., J.C., P.R., F.A.), Hospital Universitario de La Princesa, Madrid, Spain
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- Cardiology Department (D.d.V., B.L.-M., F.R., T.B., J.C., P.R., F.A.), Hospital Universitario de La Princesa, Madrid, Spain.,Instituto de Investigación Sanitaria (D.d.V., F.R., T.B., J.C., F.A.), Hospital Universitario de La Princesa, Madrid, Spain
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Lee KH, Yagishita A, Ohno Y, Sakai T, Sakai K, Miyamoto J, Horinouchi H, Sakama S, Kamioka N, Murakami T, Ayabe K, Amino M, Yoshioka K, Ikari Y. Late-onset atrioventricular block after transcatheter aortic valve replacement. Heart Rhythm O2 2022; 2:607-613. [PMID: 34988505 PMCID: PMC8703188 DOI: 10.1016/j.hroo.2021.11.001] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/24/2022] Open
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Background Conduction disturbances leading to permanent pacemaker implantation (PPI) rarely occur late after transcatheter aortic valve replacement (TAVR). The clinical features of this phenomenon and its association with periprocedural conduction disturbances remain uncertain. Objectives We aimed to determine the incidence and characteristics of late-onset atrioventricular block (AVB) after TAVR. Methods This single-center study included 246 patients undergoing TAVR. Late-onset AVB was defined as AVB ≥1 month after the TAVR. Results Periprocedural AVB (periAVB) occurred in 43 patients (17%). Patients with periAVB had a higher rate of right bundle branch block (47% vs 7%, P < .0001). Of the 43 patients with periAVB, 15 underwent PPI (35%) at a median duration of 6 days, whereas 1 of the remaining 203 patients without periAVB underwent PPI within 1 month (0.5%). During a median follow-up duration of 365 days, late-onset AVB occurred in 10 of 230 patients without PPI within 1 month (4%) at a median duration of 76 days. All 10 patients presented transient periprocedural atrioventricular conduction disturbances, including 8 patients with periAVB (80%), all of whom recovered within 1 month, and 9 patients underwent self-expanding valve implantation (90%). The mortality rate in patients with PPI within 1 month was higher than in those without, although the difference was not statistically significant (hazard ratio 2.68, 95% confidence interval 0.97–9.05, log-rank P = .09). Conclusion Late-onset AVB occurred in a minority of patients undergoing TAVR. Greater vigilance is warranted, particularly in patients with transient conduction disturbances during the periprocedural period following self-expanding valve implantation.
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- Address reprint requests and correspondence: Dr Atsuhiko Yagishita, Department of Cardiology, Tokai University, Shimokasuya 143, Isehara, Kanagawa, Japan.
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Pighi M, Giovannini D, Scarsini R, Piazza N. Diagnostic Work-Up of the Aortic Patient: An Integrated Approach toward the Best Therapeutic Option. J Clin Med 2021; 10:5120. [PMID: 34768640 PMCID: PMC8584438 DOI: 10.3390/jcm10215120] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/29/2021] [Revised: 10/22/2021] [Accepted: 10/29/2021] [Indexed: 01/09/2023] Open
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Aortic stenosis (AS) is the most common valvular heart disease. In the last decade, transcatheter aortic valve implantation (TAVI) has become the standard of care for symptomatic patients at high surgical risk. Recently, indications to TAVI have also been extended to the low surgical risk and intermediate surgical risk populations. Consequently, in this setting, some aspects acquire greater relevance: surgical risk evaluation, clinical assessment, multimodality imaging of the valve, and management of coronary artery disease. Moreover, future issues such as coronary artery re-access and valve-in-valve interventions should be considered in the valve selection process. This review aims to summarize the principal aspects of a multidimensional (multidisciplinary) and comprehensive preprocedural work-up. The Heart Team is at the center of the decision-making process of the management of aortic valve disease and bears responsibility for offering each patient a tailored approach based on an individual evaluation of technical aspects together with the risks and benefits of each modality. Considering the progressive expansion in TAVI indication and technological progress, the role of a work-up and multidisciplinary Heart Team will be even more relevant.
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- Michele Pighi
- Division of Cardiology, Department of Medicine, McGill University Health Center, Montreal, QC H4A 3J1, Canada;
- Division of Cardiology, Department of Medicine, University of Verona, 37126 Verona, Italy; (D.G.); (R.S.)
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- Division of Cardiology, Department of Medicine, University of Verona, 37126 Verona, Italy; (D.G.); (R.S.)
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- Division of Cardiology, Department of Medicine, University of Verona, 37126 Verona, Italy; (D.G.); (R.S.)
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- Division of Cardiology, Department of Medicine, McGill University Health Center, Montreal, QC H4A 3J1, Canada;
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Garot P. Oversizing TAVR in the Low-Risk Era: Is Bigger Still Better? JACC Cardiovasc Interv 2021; 14:2170-2172. [PMID: 34620396 DOI: 10.1016/j.jcin.2021.08.022] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/30/2021] [Accepted: 08/10/2021] [Indexed: 11/19/2022]
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- Philippe Garot
- Institut Cardiovasculaire Paris-Sud, Hôpital Privé Jacques Cartier, Massy, France.
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Zebhi B, Lazkani M, Bark D. Calcific Aortic Stenosis-A Review on Acquired Mechanisms of the Disease and Treatments. Front Cardiovasc Med 2021; 8:734175. [PMID: 34604358 PMCID: PMC8486019 DOI: 10.3389/fcvm.2021.734175] [Citation(s) in RCA: 6] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/30/2021] [Accepted: 08/18/2021] [Indexed: 11/13/2022] Open
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Calcific aortic stenosis is a progressive disease that has become more prevalent in recent decades. Despite advances in research to uncover underlying biomechanisms, and development of new generations of prosthetic valves and replacement techniques, management of calcific aortic stenosis still comes with unresolved complications. In this review, we highlight underlying molecular mechanisms of acquired aortic stenosis calcification in relation to hemodynamics, complications related to the disease, diagnostic methods, and evolving treatment practices for calcific aortic stenosis.
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- Banafsheh Zebhi
- Department of Mechanical Engineering, Colorado State University, Fort Collins, CO, United States
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- Medical Center of the Rockies, University of Colorado Health, Loveland, CO, United States
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- Department of Pediatrics, Washington University in Saint Louis, Saint Louis, MO, United States.,Department of Biomedical Engineering, Washington University in Saint Louis, Saint Louis, MO, United States
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Kawashima H, Serruys PW, Mylotte D, Rosseel L, Amat-Santos IJ, Rao RS, Onuma Y, Wijns W, Abdel-Wahab M, Baumbach A, Soliman O. Operator preference and determinants of size selection when additional intermediate-size aortic transcatheter heart valves are made available. Int J Cardiol 2021; 338:168-173. [PMID: 34147554 DOI: 10.1016/j.ijcard.2021.06.029] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/09/2020] [Revised: 04/22/2021] [Accepted: 06/15/2021] [Indexed: 10/21/2022]
Abstract
BACKGROUND Appropriate size selection of transcatheter heart valves (THVs) is fundamental to reduce transcatheter aortic valve implantation (TAVI) related complications, particularly paravalvular aortic regurgitation, new permanent pacemaker implantation, and annular rupture. We sought to investigate the frequency of operator selection of intermediate-size balloon-expandable Myval THVs (Meril Life Sciences Pvt. Ltd., India) for TAVI in a real-world dataset. METHODS In this retrospective survey of patients treated with TAVI using the Myval THV, 20, 23, 26, and 29 mm are conventional-size THVs, 21.5, 24.5 and 27.5 mm are intermediate-size THVs, and 30.5 and 32 mm are extra-large THVs. Operator size selection for implantation was based on multislice computed tomography (MSCT) derived aortic-root dimensions. RESULTS A total of 1115 patients underwent Myval THV implantation in 27 countries worldwide. The Myval intermediate-size THVs were used in 468 (42.0%) patients. MSCT data were available in 562 patients. There was no statistical difference between the Intermediate/Upsized and Appropriately sized groups or Intermediate/Downsized and Appropriately sized groups in terms of different variables measured with MSCT except for annular dimensions and degree of calcification. CONCLUSIONS Intermediate-size Myval balloon-expandable THVs are used in nearly half of all cases in contemporary real-world TAVI practice, addressing the unmet need of TAVI operators for a more calibrated THV choice. Our hypothesis should be tested in randomized prospective studies currently initiated in Europe, including clinical outcomes of patients treated with both conventional- and intermediate-size THVs.
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- Hideyuki Kawashima
- Department of Cardiology, National University of Ireland, Galway (NUIG) and CORRIB Corelab and Center for Research and Imaging, Galway, Ireland; Amsterdam UMC, University of Amsterdam, Amsterdam, the Netherlands
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- Department of Cardiology, National University of Ireland, Galway (NUIG) and CORRIB Corelab and Center for Research and Imaging, Galway, Ireland; CÚRAM, the SFI Research Centre for Medical Devices, Galway, Ireland; NHLI, Imperial College London, London, United Kingdom.
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- Department of Cardiology, National University of Ireland, Galway (NUIG) and CORRIB Corelab and Center for Research and Imaging, Galway, Ireland
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- Department of Cardiology, National University of Ireland, Galway (NUIG) and CORRIB Corelab and Center for Research and Imaging, Galway, Ireland
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- Department of Cardiology, National University of Ireland, Galway (NUIG) and CORRIB Corelab and Center for Research and Imaging, Galway, Ireland
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- Department of Cardiology, National University of Ireland, Galway (NUIG) and CORRIB Corelab and Center for Research and Imaging, Galway, Ireland
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- Heart Center Leipzig at University of Leipzig and Leipzig Heart Institute, Leipzig, Germany
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- William Harvey Research Institute, Queen Mary University of London, and Barts Heart Centre, London, United Kingdom
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- Department of Cardiology, National University of Ireland, Galway (NUIG) and CORRIB Corelab and Center for Research and Imaging, Galway, Ireland; CÚRAM, the SFI Research Centre for Medical Devices, Galway, Ireland
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Mork C, Wei M, Jiang W, Ren J, Ran H. Aortic Annular Sizing Using Novel Software in Three-Dimensional Transesophageal Echocardiography for Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis. Diagnostics (Basel) 2021; 11:751. [PMID: 33922239 PMCID: PMC8145366 DOI: 10.3390/diagnostics11050751] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/08/2021] [Revised: 04/15/2021] [Accepted: 04/21/2021] [Indexed: 02/06/2023] Open
Abstract
(1) Background: We performed this study to evaluate the agreement between novel automated software of three-dimensional transesophageal echocardiography (3D-TEE) and multidetector computed tomography (MDCT) for aortic annular measurements of preprocedural transcatheter aortic valve replacement (TAVR); (2) Methods: PubMed, EMBASE, Web of Science, and Cochrane Library (Wiley) databases were systematically searched for studies that compared 3D-TEE and MDCT as the reference standard for aortic annular measurement of the following parameters: annular area, annular perimeter, area derived-diameter, perimeter derived-diameter, maximum and minimum diameter. Meta-analytic methods were utilized to determine the pooled correlations and mean differences between 3D-TEE and MDCT. Heterogeneity and publication bias were also assessed. Meta-regression analyses were performed based on the potential factors affecting the correlation of aortic annular area; (3) Results: A total of 889 patients from 10 studies were included in the meta-analysis. Pooled correlation coefficients between 3D-TEE and MDCT of annulus area, perimeter, area derived-diameter, perimeter derived-diameter, maximum and minimum diameter measurements were strong 0.89 (95% CI: 0.84-0.92), 0.88 (95% CI: 0.83-0.92), 0.87 (95% CI: 0.77-0.93), 0.87 (95% CI: 0.77-0.93), 0.79 (95% CI: 0.64-0.87), and 0.75 (95% CI: 0.61-0.84) (Overall p < 0.0001), respectively. Pooled mean differences between 3D-TEE and MDCT of annulus area, perimeter, area derived-diameter, perimeter derived-diameter, maximum and minimum diameter measurements were -20.01 mm2 ((95% CI: -35.37 to -0.64), p = 0.011), -2.31 mm ((95% CI: -3.31 to -1.31), p < 0.0001), -0.22 mm ((95% CI: -0.73 to 0.29), p = 0.40), -0.47 mm ((95% CI: -1.06 to 0.12), p = 0.12), -1.36 mm ((95% CI: -2.43 to -0.30), p = 0.012), and 0.31 mm ((95% CI: -0.15 to 0.77), p = 0.18), respectively. There were no statistically significant associations with the baseline patient characteristics of sex, age, left ventricular ejection fraction, mean transaortic gradient, and aortic valve area to the correlation between 3D-TEE and MDCT for aortic annular area sizing; (4) Conclusions: The present study implies that 3D-TEE using novel software tools, automatically analysis, is feasible to MDCT for annulus sizing in clinical practice.
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- Chanrith Mork
- Department of Ultrasound, The Second Affiliated Hospital of Chongqing Medical University, Chongqing 400010, China; (C.M.); (M.W.); (W.J.); (J.R.)
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- Department of Ultrasound, The Second Affiliated Hospital of Chongqing Medical University, Chongqing 400010, China; (C.M.); (M.W.); (W.J.); (J.R.)
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- Department of Ultrasound, The Second Affiliated Hospital of Chongqing Medical University, Chongqing 400010, China; (C.M.); (M.W.); (W.J.); (J.R.)
- Chongqing Key Laboratory of Ultrasound Molecular Imaging, Chongqing 400010, China
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- Department of Ultrasound, The Second Affiliated Hospital of Chongqing Medical University, Chongqing 400010, China; (C.M.); (M.W.); (W.J.); (J.R.)
- Chongqing Key Laboratory of Ultrasound Molecular Imaging, Chongqing 400010, China
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- Department of Ultrasound, The Second Affiliated Hospital of Chongqing Medical University, Chongqing 400010, China; (C.M.); (M.W.); (W.J.); (J.R.)
- Chongqing Key Laboratory of Ultrasound Molecular Imaging, Chongqing 400010, China
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Okuno T, Heg D, Lanz J, Praz F, Gräni C, Langhammer B, Reineke D, Räber L, Wenaweser P, Pilgrim T, Windecker S, Stortecky S. Heart valve sizing and clinical outcomes in patients undergoing transcatheter aortic valve implantation. Catheter Cardiovasc Interv 2021; 98:E768-E779. [PMID: 33857355 DOI: 10.1002/ccd.29700] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/23/2020] [Revised: 02/17/2021] [Accepted: 03/14/2021] [Indexed: 11/09/2022]
Abstract
OBJECTIVES To investigate the impact of transcatheter heart valve (THV) sizing on procedural results and clinical outcomes following transcatheter aortic valve implantation (TAVI). BACKGROUND The impact of individual THV sizing for patients with borderline aortic annulus anatomy remains unclear. METHODS In the prospective BernTAVI registry, THV sizing conditions were retrospectively evaluated, and patients were categorized into three groups based on the recommendations and the sizing chart of the manufacturers: optimal sizing, borderline sizing (THV size located within 5% to each border of the optimal sizing recommendation), and suboptimal sizing (THV size outside the recommended range). The latter two groups were further subcategorized into THV-oversizing and THV-undersizing. The primary endpoint was a composite of all-cause death and unplanned repeat intervention at 1 year. RESULTS Out of a total of 1,638 patients who underwent TAVI, 9.5 and 15.6% of patients were categorized into the borderline and suboptimal sizing group, respectively. Device success was achieved in 87.4, 88.9, and 83.6% of patients with optimal, borderline, and suboptimal sizing, respectively. The primary endpoint occurred in 12.3% of patients with optimal sizing, 14.9% of patients with borderline sizing (HRadj 1.35, 95%CI 0.87-2.09), and in 17.4% of patients with suboptimal sizing (HRadj 1.42, 95%CI 1.01-1.99). Within the suboptimal sizing cohort, unfavorable outcomes were mainly associated with THV undersizing (device success: 76.4%, primary endpoint: 23.9%, HRadj 1.98, 95%CI 1.36-2.87). CONCLUSION Suboptimal TAVI prosthesis sizing is associated with an increased risk of all-cause death and unplanned repeat intervention within 1 year largely attributable to undersized THV prostheses.
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- Taishi Okuno
- Department of Cardiology, Inselspital, University of Bern, Bern, Switzerland
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- Clinical Trials Unit, University of Bern, Bern, Switzerland
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- Department of Cardiology, Inselspital, University of Bern, Bern, Switzerland
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- Department of Cardiology, Inselspital, University of Bern, Bern, Switzerland
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- Department of Cardiology, Inselspital, University of Bern, Bern, Switzerland
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- Department of Cardiac Surgery, Inselspital, University of Bern, Bern, Switzerland
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- Department of Cardiac Surgery, Inselspital, University of Bern, Bern, Switzerland
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- Department of Cardiology, Inselspital, University of Bern, Bern, Switzerland
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- Department of Cardiology, Inselspital, University of Bern, Bern, Switzerland
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- Department of Cardiology, Inselspital, University of Bern, Bern, Switzerland
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- Department of Cardiology, Inselspital, University of Bern, Bern, Switzerland
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- Department of Cardiology, Inselspital, University of Bern, Bern, Switzerland
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Mangieri A, Laricchia A, Montalto C, Palena ML, Fisicaro A, Cereda A, Sticchi A, Latib A, Giannini F, Khokhar AA, Colombo A. Patient selection, procedural planning and interventional guidance for transcatheter aortic valve intervention. Minerva Cardiol Angiol 2021; 69:671-683. [PMID: 33703862 DOI: 10.23736/s2724-5683.21.05573-0] [Citation(s) in RCA: 11] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/08/2022]
Abstract
Transcatheter aortic valve replacement (TAVR) is an established treatment for severe aortic stenosis across a broad spectrum of patient risk profiles. Pre-procedural planning using multislice computed tomography (MSCT) is a fundamental component to ensure acute and long-term procedural success. MSCT can establish the procedural feasibility, the type vascular of approach as well as the device which is more likely to give a good result. Moreover, MSCT is a key tool to estimate the risk of potentially life-threatening complications. In this review, the role of MSCT for pre-procedural TAVR planning will be discussed providing a panoramic overview of the key elements that should be considered when performing TAVR. Additionally, the adjunctive role of fluoroscopy and echocardiography to plan and guide a TAVR procedure will also be discussed.
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- Antonio Mangieri
- Cardiovascular Department, GVM Care and Research, Maria Cecilia Hospital, Cotignola, Ravenna, Italy -
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- Cardiovascular Department, GVM Care and Research, Maria Cecilia Hospital, Cotignola, Ravenna, Italy
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- Division of Cardiology, Fondazione IRCCS Policlinico San Matteo, Pavia, Italy
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- Cardiovascular Department, GVM Care and Research, Maria Cecilia Hospital, Cotignola, Ravenna, Italy
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- Cardiovascular Department, GVM Care and Research, Maria Cecilia Hospital, Cotignola, Ravenna, Italy
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- Cardiovascular Department, GVM Care and Research, Maria Cecilia Hospital, Cotignola, Ravenna, Italy
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- Cardiovascular Department, GVM Care and Research, Maria Cecilia Hospital, Cotignola, Ravenna, Italy
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- Division of Cardiology, Montefiore Medical Center, New York, NY, USA
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- Cardiovascular Department, GVM Care and Research, Maria Cecilia Hospital, Cotignola, Ravenna, Italy
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- Cardiovascular Department, GVM Care and Research, Maria Cecilia Hospital, Cotignola, Ravenna, Italy
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- Cardiovascular Department, GVM Care and Research, Maria Cecilia Hospital, Cotignola, Ravenna, Italy
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Simpson TF, Tuohy CV, Rajotte K, Golwala H, Fuss C, Song HK, Zahr F, Chadderdon SM. Bioprosthetic valve oversizing is associated with increased risk of valve thrombosis following TAVR. Catheter Cardiovasc Interv 2021; 97:E411-E417. [PMID: 32633055 DOI: 10.1002/ccd.29104] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/12/2020] [Accepted: 06/07/2020] [Indexed: 11/12/2022]
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BACKGROUND Hypoattenuating leaflet thickening (HALT), the radiographic manifestation of transcatheter heart valve thrombosis, is commonly identified following transcatheter aortic valve replacement (TAVR) and associated with increased risk of stroke and structural valve deterioration. While anticoagulation effectively resolves HALT, routine use remains controversial. We aimed to identify hemodynamic, anatomic, and comorbid predictors of HALT. METHODS We evaluated consecutive patients with severe aortic stenosis who underwent TAVR with Edwards SAPIEN 3 bioprosthesis at a single center between June 1, 2018 and October 30, 2019. Patients on anticoagulation and those receiving valve-in-valve were excluded. Clinically driven computed tomography (CT) imaging was performed to assess for HALT at the discretion of the treating valve team. RESULTS A total of 78 patients with a mean age of 78 ± 10 years and STS risk score 5.5 ± 3.3% were analyzed. HALT was identified in 11 (14.1%) patients. Compared to controls, those with HALT had smaller annular areas, 435 ± 57 mm2 vs. 489 ± 79 mm2 (p = .032), but received comparable size valves. In multivariate regression, valve oversizing by more than 20% was associated with increased risk of HALT, OR 23.5, 95% CI 2.5-223, (p = .006). After initiation of anticoagulation, patients with HALT had similar rates of stroke, major bleeding, and all-cause mortality out to an average of 243 days. CONCLUSIONS In this pragmatic study of patients undergoing TAVR with SAPIEN 3 valves, we report the novel finding that oversizing by more than 20% was independently associated with increased risk of HALT. These findings warrant confirmation in larger and prospective trials.
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- Timothy F Simpson
- Division of Cardiovascular Medicine, Knight Cardiovascular Institute, Oregon Health & Science University, Portland, Oregon, USA
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- Division of Cardiovascular Medicine, Knight Cardiovascular Institute, Oregon Health & Science University, Portland, Oregon, USA
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- Division of Cardiovascular Medicine, Knight Cardiovascular Institute, Oregon Health & Science University, Portland, Oregon, USA
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- Division of Cardiovascular Medicine, Knight Cardiovascular Institute, Oregon Health & Science University, Portland, Oregon, USA
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- Department of Diagnostic Radiology, Oregon Health & Science University, Portland, Oregon, USA
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- Division of Cardiothoracic Surgery, Knight Cardiovascular Institute, Oregon Health & Science University, Portland, Oregon, USA
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- Division of Cardiovascular Medicine, Knight Cardiovascular Institute, Oregon Health & Science University, Portland, Oregon, USA
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- Division of Cardiovascular Medicine, Knight Cardiovascular Institute, Oregon Health & Science University, Portland, Oregon, USA
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Kellogg MS, Tuttle MK, Sharma RK, Mehta SV, Laham RJ. Percutaneous Management of a Contained Annular Rupture Occurring With Self-Expanding Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement. JACC Case Rep 2020; 2:1852-1858. [PMID: 34317066 PMCID: PMC8299247 DOI: 10.1016/j.jaccas.2020.09.007] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/22/2020] [Revised: 09/03/2020] [Accepted: 09/03/2020] [Indexed: 11/17/2022]
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Annular rupture is a rare catastrophic event during transcatheter aortic valve replacement, often life threatening and requiring emergent surgical repair. We describe, herein, a case of contained annular rupture successfully managed percutaneously with coiling and polymer injection. This is a novel technique to manage this complication. (Level of Difficulty: Advanced.)
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Tang G, Lv Q, He X. Comparison of postoperative outcomes following multidetector computed tomography based vs transesophageal echocardiography based annulus sizing for transcatheter aortic valve replacement: A systematic review and meta-analysis. Echocardiography 2020; 37:1617-1626. [PMID: 32965702 PMCID: PMC7702059 DOI: 10.1111/echo.14684] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/25/2020] [Revised: 04/19/2020] [Accepted: 04/20/2020] [Indexed: 11/29/2022] Open
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BACKGROUND The purpose of this paper was to evaluate the difference in postoperative outcomes following multidetector computed tomography (MDCT) and transesophageal echocardiography (TEE)-based annulus sizing for transcatheter aortic valve replacement (TAVR). METHODS Electronic search of PubMed, Biomed Central, Scopus, and Google Scholar databases was conducted until August 15, 2019. We included all types of studies comparing MDCT-based annulus sizing with TEE-based annulus sizing and assessing paravalvular regurgitation (PVR). Data were summarized using the Mantel-Haenszel odds ratio (OR) with 95% confidence intervals (CI). RESULTS A total of six studies were included. Pooled analysis of 431 participants in the MDCT group and 509 participants in the TEE group demonstrated that MDCT-based annulus sizing is associated with a significantly lower incidence of more than moderate PVR as compared to 2DTEE-based sizing (OR: 0.31, 95% CI: 0.18-0.54, P < .0001; I2 = 0%). There was no statistical difference in annulus rupture (OR: 0.57, 95% CI: 0.12-2.66, P = .91; I2 = 0%), procedural mortality (OR: 0.97, 95% CI: 0.19-4.86, P = .97; I2 = 0%), and 30-day mortality (OR: 0.63, 95% CI: 0.26-1.50, P = .29; I2 = 0%) with MDCT or 2DTEE-based annulus sizing. Compared with 3DTEE, the incidence of PVR in the MDCT group was lower, but there was no statistical difference in 30-day mortality. CONCLUSION Use of MDCT in comparison with 2DTEE is associated with significantly lower incidence of more than moderate PVR after TAVR. There seems to be no difference in annulus rupture and 30-day mortality with either imaging modality.
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- Guozhang Tang
- Department of EchocardiographyThe Affiliated Hospital of Qingdao UniversityQingdaoChina
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- Department of EchocardiographyThe Affiliated Hospital of Qingdao UniversityQingdaoChina
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- Department of EchocardiographyThe Affiliated Hospital of Qingdao UniversityQingdaoChina
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Useini D, Beluli B, Christ H, Mügge A, Patsalis P, Schlömicher M, Haldenwang P, Bechtel M, Strauch J. Oversized versus Non-oversized Prosthesis: Midterm Outcomes after Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement Using SAPIEN 3 Valve. Thorac Cardiovasc Surg 2020; 69:445-454. [PMID: 32688405 DOI: 10.1055/s-0040-1713168] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/23/2022]
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BACKGROUND A certain degree of prosthesis oversizing is recommended for the SAPIEN 3 (S3; Edwards Lifesciences Corp., Irvine, California, United States) to ensure device success. We aimed to investigate midterm outcomes in patients who received oversized (OS) S3 valve after transapical-transcatheter aortic valve replacement (TA-TAVR). METHODS Out of 122 patients with aortic stenosis who underwent TA-TAVR using S3 at our institution, 42 received OS prosthesis. We used computed tomography (CT) derived effective diameter to assess oversizing. We defined oversizing if the labeled diameter of the selected valve for implantation was ≥2 mm bigger than the effective annulus diameter calculated by the annulus area. We conducted a midterm follow-up and compared the OS cohort with the non-OS (nOS) cohort. RESULTS The study groups showed similar risk score and age (STS [Society of Thoracic Surgery] score: 5.4 ± 3; mean age: 80.7 ± 5.7). The 30-day mortality was 7.1% in OS versus 2.4% in nOS. The 30-day all-stroke was 2.4% in OS versus 0% in nOS. The 1- and 3-year all-cause mortality were 28.5 and 42.8% in OS versus 21.9 and 26.8% in nOS, respectively. Midterm freedom from death and from cardiocerebral events was similar in both groups. Moderate/severe paravalvular leakage occurred in 0% in OS versus 5.4% in nOS. The postdilation rate was 7.1% in OS versus 15.3% in nOS. The rate of new permanent pacemaker implantation (PPI) was 15.7% in OS versus 9.3% in nOS. The STS score was detected as an independent predictor of mortality. CONCLUSION Oversizing reduces the risk of device failure and intraprocedural postdilation but increases the risk of PPI. Early and midterm morbidity and mortality after OS and nOS with S3 are comparable.
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- Dritan Useini
- Department of Cardiothoracic Surgery, Ruhr-University Hospital Bergmannsheil, Bochum, Germany
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- Department of Internal Medicine, St. Anna Hospital, Herne, Germany
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- Institute of Medical Statistics and Computational Biology (IMSB), University Hospital of Cologne, Cologne, Germany
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- Department of Cardiology and Angiology, Ruhr-University Hospital Bergmannsheil, Bochum, Germany
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- Department of Cardiology and Angiology, Ruhr-University Hospital Bergmannsheil, Bochum, Germany
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- Department of Cardiothoracic Surgery, Ruhr-University Hospital Bergmannsheil, Bochum, Germany
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- Department of Cardiothoracic Surgery, Ruhr-University Hospital Bergmannsheil, Bochum, Germany
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- Department of Cardiothoracic Surgery, Ruhr-University Hospital Bergmannsheil, Bochum, Germany
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- Department of Cardiothoracic Surgery, Ruhr-University Hospital Bergmannsheil, Bochum, Germany
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Breitbart P, Minners J, Pache G, Hansson NC, Nørgaard BL, De Backer O, Søndergaard L, Alsanjari O, Hildick-Smith D, Abdel-Wahab M, Löbig S, Neumann FJ, Ruile P. Long-term follow-up of patients with contained annulus ruptures after TAVI: the EuropeaN COntained RupturE (ENCORE) registry. EUROINTERVENTION 2020; 16:83-88. [PMID: 32011285 DOI: 10.4244/eij-d-19-00740] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/23/2022]
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AIMS The purpose of this registry was to determine the long-term outcomes in patients with asymptomatic contained annulus rupture (CR) as a rare complication of transcatheter aortic valve implantation (TAVI). METHODS AND RESULTS The ENCORE registry is a multicentre registry (six centres across Europe) of patients with CR diagnosed on post-TAVI computed tomography angiography (CTA) or transoesophageal echocardiography (TEE). A total of 21 patients (mean age 81.9±4.1 years, 81% balloon-expandable TAVI prostheses) were diagnosed with CR (mean size of lesions was 15.3±6.9 × 8.5±3.3 × 8.5±2.3 mm). Seventeen were diagnosed among a total of 1,602 consecutive routine post-TAVI CTA (incidence 1.1%), two in TEE and two in post-TAVI CTA (each conducted due to suspicion of peri-interventional complications). During a mean follow-up of 2.3±1.7 years (cumulative 48.6 patient-years), nine patients (43%) died from non-cardiac causes. None of the patients exhibited symptoms or underwent interventional treatment related to the CR; no sudden cardiac death occurred. A follow-up CTA, performed in eleven patients 240±176 days post TAVI, revealed stable CR findings in seven, regression in one, and remission in three patients. CONCLUSIONS The results of our international multicentre registry demonstrate favourable long-term outcomes of CR after TAVI supporting a watch-and-wait strategy in these patients.
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- Philipp Breitbart
- Division of Cardiology & Angiology II, University Heart Center Freiburg-Bad Krozingen, Bad Krozingen, Germany
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Transcatheter aortic valve replacement with the balloon-expandable SAPIEN 3 valve: Impact of calcium score on valve performance and clinical outcomes. Int J Cardiol 2020; 306:20-24. [DOI: 10.1016/j.ijcard.2020.02.047] [Citation(s) in RCA: 7] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/11/2019] [Revised: 02/12/2020] [Accepted: 02/17/2020] [Indexed: 02/07/2023]
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Nietlispach F, Gräni C. Contained annulus ruptures – the price to pay for optimal haemodynamic results? EUROINTERVENTION 2020; 16:18-20. [DOI: 10.4244/eijv16i1a3] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/23/2022]
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Yoshizaki T, Naganuma T, Nakamura S. Successful transcatheter aortic valve implantation in a Jehovah’s Witness patient with a small aortic root and severe leaflet calcification. J Cardiol Cases 2020; 21:43-45. [DOI: 10.1016/j.jccase.2018.09.007] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/23/2018] [Revised: 09/08/2018] [Accepted: 09/26/2018] [Indexed: 11/15/2022] Open
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Faure ME, Suchá D, Schwartz FR, Symersky P, Bogers AJJC, Gaca JG, Koweek LM, de Heer LM, Budde RPJ. Surgically implanted aortic valve bioprostheses deform after implantation: insights from computed tomography. Eur Radiol 2020; 30:2651-2657. [PMID: 32002643 DOI: 10.1007/s00330-019-06634-6] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/06/2019] [Revised: 11/28/2019] [Accepted: 12/13/2019] [Indexed: 11/28/2022]
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OBJECTIVE Little is known about the prevalence and degree of deformation of surgically implanted aortic biological valve prostheses (bio-sAVRs). We assessed bio-sAVR deformation using multidetector-row computed tomography (MDCT). METHODS Three imaging databases were searched for patients with MDCT performed after bio-sAVR implantation. Minimal and maximal valve ring diameters were obtained in systole and/or diastole, depending on the acquired cardiac phase(s). The eccentricity index (EI) was calculated as a measure of deformation as (1 - (minimal diameter/maximal diameter)) × 100%. EI of < 5% was considered none or trivial deformation, 5-10% mild deformation, and > 10% non-circular. Indications for MDCT and implanted valve type were retrieved. RESULTS One hundred fifty-two scans of bio-sAVRs were included. One hundred seventeen measurements were performed in systole and 35 in diastole. None or trivial deformation (EI < 5%) was seen in 67/152 (44%) of patients. Mild deformation (EI 5-10%) was seen in 59/152 (39%) and non-circularity was found in 26/152 (17%) of cases. Overall, median EI was 5.5% (IQR 3.4-7.8). In 77 patients, both systolic and diastolic measurements were performed from the same scan. For these scans, the median EI was 6.5% (IQR 3.4-10.2) in systole and 5.1% (IQR3.1-7.6) in diastole, with a significant difference between both groups (p = 0.006). CONCLUSIONS Surgically implanted aortic biological valve prostheses show mild deformation in 39% of cases and were considered non-circular in 17% of studied valves. KEY POINTS • Deformation of surgically implanted aortic valve bioprostheses (bio-sAVRs) can be adequately assessed using MDCT. • Bio-sAVRs show at least mild deformation (eccentricity index > 5%) in 56% of studied cases and were considered non-circular (eccentricity index > 10%) in 17% of studied valves. • The higher deformity rate found in bio-sAVRs with (suspected) valve pathology could suggest that geometric deformity may play a role in leaflet malformation and thrombus formation similar to that of transcatheter heart valves.
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- Marguerite E Faure
- Department of Radiology and Nuclear Medicine, Erasmus Medical Center, Po Box 2040, 3000, CA, Rotterdam, The Netherlands. .,Department of Radiology, AZ Monica, Antwerp, Belgium.
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- Department of Radiology, University Medical Center Utrecht, Utrecht, The Netherlands
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- Department of Radiology, Duke University Medical Center, Durham, USA
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- Department of Cardiothoracic Surgery, VU Medical Center, Amsterdam, The Netherlands
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- Department of Cardiothoracic Surgery, Erasmus Medical Center, Rotterdam, The Netherlands
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- Department of Cardiothoracic Surgery, Duke University Medical Center, Durham, USA
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- Department of Radiology, Duke University Medical Center, Durham, USA
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- Department of Cardiothoracic Surgery, Leiden University Medical Center, Leiden, The Netherlands.,Department of Cardiothoracic Surgery, University Medical Center Utrecht, Utrecht, The Netherlands
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- Department of Radiology and Nuclear Medicine, Erasmus Medical Center, Po Box 2040, 3000, CA, Rotterdam, The Netherlands
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Naik M, McNamara C, Jabbour RJ, Gopalan D, Mikhail GW, Mirsadraee S, Ariff B. Imaging of transcatheter aortic valve replacement complications. Clin Radiol 2020; 76:27-37. [PMID: 31964536 DOI: 10.1016/j.crad.2019.12.003] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/06/2019] [Accepted: 12/11/2019] [Indexed: 01/05/2023]
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Aortic stenosis is increasing in incidence and is now commonly managed with transcatheter aortic valve replacement (TAVR) in intermediate and high-risk patients. Radiologists are likely to encounter patients undergoing this procedure both pre- and postoperatively, and therefore, an understanding of procedural complications is essential. Complications may relate to the access site or approach, or the valve itself. This article will review the most common complications described in literature and focuses on the role of multidetector computed tomography (CT) in their evaluation either exclusively, or complementary to other imaging methods.
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- M Naik
- Department of Radiology, Hammersmith Hospital, Du Cane Road, London, W12 0HS, UK
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- Department of Radiology, Hammersmith Hospital, Du Cane Road, London, W12 0HS, UK
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- Department of Cardiology, Hammersmith Hospital, Du Cane Road, London, W12 0HS, UK
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- Department of Radiology, Hammersmith Hospital, Du Cane Road, London, W12 0HS, UK
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- Department of Cardiology, Hammersmith Hospital, Du Cane Road, London, W12 0HS, UK
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- Department of Radiology, Harefield Hospital, Hill End Road, Uxbridge, UB9 6JH, UK
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- Department of Radiology, Hammersmith Hospital, Du Cane Road, London, W12 0HS, UK.
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Gansera L, Ulm B, Bramlage P, Krapf S, Oertel F, Mueller-Honold T, von Scheidt W, Thilo C. Utility of conventional aortic root shot angiography for SAPIEN 3 prosthesis sizing in TAVI: feasibility and inter-reader variability. Open Heart 2020; 6:e001201. [PMID: 31921431 PMCID: PMC6937417 DOI: 10.1136/openhrt-2019-001201] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/28/2019] [Revised: 12/10/2019] [Accepted: 12/12/2019] [Indexed: 11/30/2022] Open
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Background The gold-standard approach to prosthesis sizing before transcatheter aortic valve implantation (TAVI) is multislice computed tomography (MSCT). We aimed to investigate whether conventional aortic root angiography (CA) alone can reliably facilitate valve selection and to describe its inter-reader variability. Methods Five TAVI specialists (3 interventional cardiologists and 2 cardiac surgeons) independently reviewed preprocedural CAs for 50 patients implanted with the Edwards SAPIEN 3 valve. Results The prosthesis size selected based on visual CA appraisal matched that based on MSCT in 60% of cases (range: 50%–68%), with undersizing in 11% (4%–33%) and oversizing in 29% (10%–46%; p=0.187 for equality of the proportions test). Agreement between CA-based and MSCT-based valve selection was moderate (K=0.41; Kw=0.61). Reassessment of choice following awareness of the annulus long-axis diameter did not significantly improve this agreement (0.40 and 0.63, respectively), though more undersizing (14%) and less oversizing (25%) occurred. Correct valve selection was more common in interventional cardiologists than cardiac surgeons (66% vs 53%; p=0.0391), who made more oversizing errors. Conclusions There is a modest agreement between CA-based and MSCT-based SAPIEN 3 selection. Although the former should not be performed routinely, it may be informative in settings where MSCT and transoesophageal echocardiography are unavailable.
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- Laura Gansera
- Department of Cardiology, Klinikum Augsburg, Herzzentrum Augsburg-Schwaben, Augsburg, Germany
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- USBBU, Unabhängige statistische Beratung, Munich, Germany
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- Institute for Pharmacology and Preventive Medicine, Cloppenburg, Germany
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- Department of Cardiology, Klinikum Augsburg, Herzzentrum Augsburg-Schwaben, Augsburg, Germany
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- Department of Cardiology, Klinikum Augsburg, Herzzentrum Augsburg-Schwaben, Augsburg, Germany
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- Department of Cardiology, Klinikum Augsburg, Herzzentrum Augsburg-Schwaben, Augsburg, Germany
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- Department of Cardiac and Thoracic Surgery, Klinikum Augsburg, Herzzentrum Augsburg-Schwaben, Augsburg, Germany
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- Department of Cardiology, Klinikum Augsburg, Herzzentrum Augsburg-Schwaben, Augsburg, Germany
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Ng VG, Hahn RT, Nazif TM. Planning for Success: Pre-procedural Evaluation for Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement. Cardiol Clin 2019; 38:103-113. [PMID: 31753169 DOI: 10.1016/j.ccl.2019.09.013] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/20/2022]
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- Vivian G Ng
- Division of Cardiology, Columbia University Medical Center, NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital, 177 Fort Washington Avenue, 5th Floor, Room 5C-501, New York, NY 10032, USA
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- Division of Cardiology, Columbia University Medical Center, NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital, 177 Fort Washington Avenue, 5th Floor, Room 5C-501, New York, NY 10032, USA
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- Division of Cardiology, Columbia University Medical Center, NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital, 177 Fort Washington Avenue, 5th Floor, Room 5C-501, New York, NY 10032, USA.
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Shirakawa K, Murata M. Significance of echocardiographic evaluation for transcatheter aortic valve implantation. Cardiovasc Interv Ther 2019; 35:85-95. [PMID: 31502235 DOI: 10.1007/s12928-019-00617-6] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/19/2019] [Accepted: 08/29/2019] [Indexed: 10/26/2022]
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Transcatheter aortic valve implantation (TAVI) is widely accepted as an alternative to surgical aortic valve replacement (SAVR) for the treatment of severe aortic stenosis (AS). Existing scientific evidence demonstrates that TAVI is superior to SAVR, and it is expected that indications for the clinical applications of TAVI will be expanded in the future. Echocardiography plays a key role in perioperative assessment of patients undergoing TAVI. Preprocedural echocardiographic evaluation is important to determine the severity of AS in addition to patients' anatomical suitability for TAVI. Furthermore, echocardiography is essential for intraoperative guidance, assessment of complications, postoperative evaluation, and prognostic prediction. Inaccurate echocardiographic measurements and evaluation can lead to less-than-optimal/inappropriate treatment strategies in patients with AS. Therefore, a thorough understanding of the limitations of echocardiographic evaluation is important. This review summarizes the role of echocardiographic evaluation in patients undergoing TAVI.
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- Kohsuke Shirakawa
- Japan Society for the Promotion of Science, Tokyo, Japan.,Department of Cardiology, Keio University School of Medicine, 35 Shinanomachi, Shinjuku-ku, Tokyo, 160-8582, Japan
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- Department of Cardiology, Keio University School of Medicine, 35 Shinanomachi, Shinjuku-ku, Tokyo, 160-8582, Japan. .,School of Medicine, Center for Preventive Medicine, Keio University, Tokyo, Japan.
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Rocatello G, El Faquir N, de Backer O, Swaans MJ, Latib A, Vicentini L, Segers P, De Beule M, de Jaegere P, Mortier P. The Impact of Size and Position of a Mechanical Expandable Transcatheter Aortic Valve: Novel Insights Through Computational Modelling and Simulation. J Cardiovasc Transl Res 2019; 12:435-446. [PMID: 31444672 DOI: 10.1007/s12265-019-09877-2] [Citation(s) in RCA: 18] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/03/2018] [Accepted: 02/22/2019] [Indexed: 10/26/2022]
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Transcatheter aortic valve implantation has become an established procedure to treat severe aortic stenosis. Correct device sizing/positioning is crucial for optimal outcome. Lotus valve sizing is based upon multiple aortic root dimensions. Hence, it often occurs that two valve sizes can be selected. In this study, patient-specific computer simulation is adopted to evaluate the influence of Lotus size/position on paravalvular aortic regurgitation (AR) and conduction abnormalities, in patients with equivocal aortic root dimensions. First, simulation was performed in 62 patients to validate the model in terms of predicted AR and conduction abnormalities using postoperative echocardiographic, angiographic and ECG-based data. Then, two Lotus sizes were simulated at two positions in patients with equivocal aortic root dimensions. Large valve size and deep position were associated with higher contact pressure, while only large size, not position, significantly reduced the predicted AR. Despite general trends, simulations revealed that optimal device size/position is patient-specific.
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- Department of Cardiology, Erasmus MC, Rotterdam, The Netherlands
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- Department of Cardiology, Rigshospitalet University Hospital, Copenhagen, Denmark
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- Department of Cardiology, St. Antonius Ziekenhuis, Nieuwegein, The Netherlands
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- Department of Cardiology, San Raffaele Scientific Institute, Milan, Italy
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- Department of Cardiology, San Raffaele Scientific Institute, Milan, Italy
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- Department of Cardiology, Erasmus MC, Rotterdam, The Netherlands
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- FEops NV, Technologiepark 122, 9052, Ghent, Belgium.
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Corrigan FE, Gleason PT, Condado JF, Lisko JC, Chen JH, Kamioka N, Keegan P, Howell S, Clements SD, Babaliaros VC, Lerakis S. Imaging for Predicting, Detecting, and Managing Complications After Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement. JACC Cardiovasc Imaging 2019; 12:904-920. [DOI: 10.1016/j.jcmg.2018.07.036] [Citation(s) in RCA: 10] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/01/2017] [Revised: 06/04/2018] [Accepted: 07/12/2018] [Indexed: 12/26/2022]
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Butter C, Kaneko H, Tambor G, Hara M, Neuss M, Hoelschermann F. Clinical utility of intraprocedural three-dimensional integrated image guided transcatheter aortic valve implantation using novel automated computed tomography software: A single-center preliminary experience. Catheter Cardiovasc Interv 2019; 93:722-728. [PMID: 30408327 DOI: 10.1002/ccd.27920] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/28/2017] [Revised: 05/14/2018] [Accepted: 09/09/2018] [Indexed: 12/19/2022]
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OBJECTIVES Novel automated computed tomography (CT) software (Valve ASSIST 2) has been developed for transcatheter aortic valve implantation (TAVI), which not only provides three-dimensional (3D) reconstruction of multidetector (MD) CT images, but also enables intraprocedural real-time fusion of fluoroscopic and MDCT images. We aimed to clarify the reproducibility and accuracy of this software in the aortic annulus assessment and verify the potential of intraprocedural integrated MDCT imaging for TAVI. METHODS AND RESULTS We examined 50 patients with severe aortic stenosis undergoing transfemoral TAVI. Aortic annulus measurements were performed using 3mensio and the novel planning software. For intraprocedural imaging, preoperative CT dataset was overlaid onto fluoroscopy with the fusion software. The two images were aligned using the aortic root anatomy visible on both modalities. Novel planning software provided excellent reproducibility for the measurement of aortic annulus area (intraobserver intraclass correlation coefficients [ICC] 0.959, interobserver ICC 0.941), and perimeter (intraobserver ICC 0.915, interobserver ICC 0.912). Excellent correlation was found between novel planning software and 3mensio (ICC 0.952 for aortic annulus area, and 0.923 for perimeter). Intraprocedural fusion image of CT aortography and fluoroscopic aortic root aortography generated by this novel software identified coronary orifices and the distribution of aortic valve calcification during the device positioning. Fusion image displayed coronary orifices after device implantation. CONCLUSIONS Novel planning software showed excellent reproducibility and accuracy in the assessment of aortic root anatomy. Furthermore, the integrated 3D fusion image might have a potential as an intraprocedural imaging modality to contribute to the development of a safer TAVI procedure.
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- Christian Butter
- Herzzentrum Brandenburg in Bernau bei Berlin & Medizinische Hochschule Brandenburg Theodor Fontane, Bernau, Germany
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- Herzzentrum Brandenburg in Bernau bei Berlin & Medizinische Hochschule Brandenburg Theodor Fontane, Bernau, Germany
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- Herzzentrum Brandenburg in Bernau bei Berlin & Medizinische Hochschule Brandenburg Theodor Fontane, Bernau, Germany
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- Department of Cardiovascular Medicine, Osaka City University Graduate School of Medicine, Osaka, Japan
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- Herzzentrum Brandenburg in Bernau bei Berlin & Medizinische Hochschule Brandenburg Theodor Fontane, Bernau, Germany
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- Herzzentrum Brandenburg in Bernau bei Berlin & Medizinische Hochschule Brandenburg Theodor Fontane, Bernau, Germany
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Elkaryoni A, Nanda NC, Baweja P, Arisha MJ, Zamir H, Elgebaly A, Altibi AM, Sharma R. Three-dimensional transesophageal echocardiography is an attractive alternative to cardiac multi-detector computed tomography for aortic annular sizing: Systematic review and meta-analysis. Echocardiography 2019; 35:1626-1634. [PMID: 30296350 DOI: 10.1111/echo.14147] [Citation(s) in RCA: 10] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/08/2018] [Revised: 08/19/2018] [Accepted: 09/10/2018] [Indexed: 01/01/2023] Open
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BACKGROUND Cardiac imaging is the cornerstone of the pretranscatheter aortic valve replacement (TAVR) assessment. Multi-detector computed tomography (MDCT) is considered the conventional imaging modality. However, there is still no definitive gold standard. Targeted cohort of inoperable high-risk patients with underlying comorbidities, particularly renal impairment, makes apparent the need for MDCT alternative. We aimed to demonstrate the correlation extent between MDCT and three-dimensional transesophageal echocardiography (3DTEE) aortic annular area measures and to answer the question: Is 3DTEE a good alternative to MDCT? METHODS A systematic literature search and meta-analysis were conducted to evaluate the degree of correlation and agreement between 3DTEE and MDCT aortic annular sizing. A thorough assessment of EMBASE, PubMed, and Cochrane Central Register of Controlled Trials (CENTRAL) was performed. All studies comparing 3DTEE and MDCT in relation to aortic annular sizing were included. RESULTS Thirteen studies were included (N = 1228 patients). A strong linear correlation was found between 3DTEE and MDCT measurements of aortic annulus area (r = 0.84, P < 0.001), mean perimeter (r = 0. 0.85, P < 0.001), and mean diameter (r = 0.80, P < 0.001). Bland-Altman plots revealed smaller mean 3DTEE values in comparison to MDCT for aortic annular area, the mean difference being -2.22 mm2 with 95% limits of agreement -12.79 to 8.36. CONCLUSION Aortic annulus measurements obtained by 3DTEE demonstrated a high level of correlation with those evaluated by MDCT. This makes 3DTEE a feasible choice for aortic annulus assessment, with advantage of real time assessment, lack of contrast, and no radiation exposure.
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- Ahmed Elkaryoni
- Division of Internal Medicine, University of Missouri Kansas City, Kansas City, Missouri
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- Division of Cardiovascular Disease, University of Alabama at Birmingham, Birmingham, Alabama
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- Division of Cardiovascular Disease, University of Missouri Kansas City, Kansas City, Missouri
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- Division of Cardiovascular Disease, University of Alabama at Birmingham, Birmingham, Alabama
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- Division of Internal Medicine, University of Missouri Kansas City, Kansas City, Missouri
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- University of Pittsburgh Medical Center, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
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- Division of Internal Medicine, University of Missouri Kansas City, Kansas City, Missouri
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Breitbart P, Minners J, Pache G, Blanke P, Reinöhl J, Hansson NC, Nørgaard BL, Neumann FJ, Ruile P. Outcomes in patients with contained ruptures of the aortic annulus after transcatheter aortic valve implantation with balloon-expandable devices. EUROINTERVENTION 2019; 13:1300-1302. [PMID: 28781240 DOI: 10.4244/eij-d-17-00347] [Citation(s) in RCA: 7] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/23/2022]
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- Philipp Breitbart
- Department of Cardiology & Angiology II, University Heart Center Freiburg-Bad Krozingen, Bad Krozingen, Germany
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Alkhouli M, Sengupta P, Badhwar V. Toward Precision in Balloon-Expandable TAVR: Oversizing Tight Versus Just Right. JACC Cardiovasc Interv 2019; 10:821-823. [PMID: 28427599 DOI: 10.1016/j.jcin.2017.03.003] [Citation(s) in RCA: 6] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/27/2017] [Revised: 03/02/2017] [Accepted: 03/02/2017] [Indexed: 11/17/2022]
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- Mohamad Alkhouli
- WVU Heart & Vascular Institute, West Virginia University, Morgantown, West Virginia.
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- WVU Heart & Vascular Institute, West Virginia University, Morgantown, West Virginia
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- WVU Heart & Vascular Institute, West Virginia University, Morgantown, West Virginia
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Aortic annulus sizing in stenotic bicommissural non-raphe-type bicuspid aortic valves: reconstructing a three-dimensional structure using only two hinge points. Clin Res Cardiol 2018; 108:6-15. [DOI: 10.1007/s00392-018-1295-2] [Citation(s) in RCA: 6] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/15/2018] [Accepted: 06/05/2018] [Indexed: 02/06/2023]
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Hell MM, Biburger L, Marwan M, Schuhbaeck A, Achenbach S, Lell M, Uder M, Arnold M. Prediction of fluoroscopic angulations for transcatheter aortic valve implantation by CT angiography: influence on procedural parameters. Eur Heart J Cardiovasc Imaging 2018; 18:906-914. [PMID: 27461209 DOI: 10.1093/ehjci/jew144] [Citation(s) in RCA: 10] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/26/2016] [Accepted: 06/16/2016] [Indexed: 11/14/2022] Open
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Aims Repeated angiograms to achieve an exactly orthogonal visualization of the aortic valve plane can substantially contribute to the total contrast amount required for transcatheter aortic valve implantation (TAVI). We investigated whether pre-procedural identification of an optimal fluoroscopic projection by cardiac computed tomography (CT) can significantly reduce the amount of a procedure-related contrast agent compared with angiographic determination of suitable angulations. Methods and results Eighty consecutive patients (81 ± 5 years, 55% male) with symptomatic severe aortic valve stenosis and normal renal function who underwent cardiac CT prior to TAVI were prospectively randomized. In 40 patients, a CT-predicted suitable angulation was used for the first aortic angiogram (CT cohort); in the other 40 patients, the first aortogram was acquired at LAO 10°/cranial 10 (angiography cohort). Additional aortograms were performed if no satisfactory view of the aortic valve plane was obtained. The number of aortograms needed to achieve a satisfactory fluoroscopic projection (1.2 ± 0.6 vs. 3.2 ± 1.7; P < 0.001) and the total amount of contrast agent per TAVI procedure were significantly lower in the CT cohort (95 ± 21 vs. 125 ± 36 mL; P < 0.001). Incidence of acute kidney injury was not significantly different. There was no significant difference regarding radiation dose, time of procedure, degree of post-procedural aortic regurgitation, complications and 30-day mortality between the cohorts. Conclusion Pre-procedural identification of a suitable fluoroscopic projection by cardiac CT significantly reduces a procedural contrast agent volume required for TAVI.
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- Michaela M Hell
- Department of Cardiology, Faculty of Medicine, Friedrich-Alexander-University Erlangen-Nürnberg (FAU), Ulmenweg 18, 91054 Erlangen, Germany
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- Department of Cardiology, Faculty of Medicine, Friedrich-Alexander-University Erlangen-Nürnberg (FAU), Ulmenweg 18, 91054 Erlangen, Germany
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- Department of Cardiology, Faculty of Medicine, Friedrich-Alexander-University Erlangen-Nürnberg (FAU), Ulmenweg 18, 91054 Erlangen, Germany
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- Department of Cardiology, Faculty of Medicine, Friedrich-Alexander-University Erlangen-Nürnberg (FAU), Ulmenweg 18, 91054 Erlangen, Germany
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- Department of Cardiology, Faculty of Medicine, Friedrich-Alexander-University Erlangen-Nürnberg (FAU), Ulmenweg 18, 91054 Erlangen, Germany
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- Department of Radiology, Faculty of Medicine, Friedrich-Alexander-University Erlangen-Nürnberg (FAU), Maximilliansplatz 1, 91054 Erlangen, Germany
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- Department of Radiology, Faculty of Medicine, Friedrich-Alexander-University Erlangen-Nürnberg (FAU), Maximilliansplatz 1, 91054 Erlangen, Germany
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- Department of Cardiology, Faculty of Medicine, Friedrich-Alexander-University Erlangen-Nürnberg (FAU), Ulmenweg 18, 91054 Erlangen, Germany
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Le Couteulx S, Caudron J, Dubourg B, Cauchois G, Dupré M, Michelin P, Durand E, Eltchaninoff H, Dacher JN. Multidetector computed tomography sizing of aortic annulus prior to transcatheter aortic valve replacement (TAVR): Variability and impact of observer experience. Diagn Interv Imaging 2018; 99:279-289. [DOI: 10.1016/j.diii.2017.12.007] [Citation(s) in RCA: 7] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/22/2017] [Revised: 12/07/2017] [Accepted: 12/09/2017] [Indexed: 02/06/2023]
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Spaziano M, Chieffo A, Watanabe Y, Chandrasekhar J, Sartori S, Lefèvre T, Petronio AS, Presbitero P, Tchetche D, Iadanza A, Van Mieghem NM, Mehilli J, Mehran R, Morice MC. Computed tomography predictors of mortality, stroke and conduction disturbances in women undergoing TAVR: A sub-analysis of the WIN-TAVI registry. J Cardiovasc Comput Tomogr 2018; 12:338-343. [PMID: 29735255 DOI: 10.1016/j.jcct.2018.04.007] [Citation(s) in RCA: 19] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/25/2018] [Revised: 04/20/2018] [Accepted: 04/25/2018] [Indexed: 11/24/2022]
Abstract
BACKGROUND Aortic valve calcification patterns were associated with short- and long-term outcomes in previous small observational datasets of patients undergoing transcatheter aortic valve implantation (TAVI). The specific impact of multi detector-row computed tomography (MDCT) findings on outcomes in women has not been reported. We sought to describe the associations between MDCT characteristics and clinical outcomes in a registry of 547 women undergoing TAVI. METHODS WIN-TAVI is the first all-female registry to study the safety and effectiveness of TAVI in women (n = 1019). Thirteen sites participated in the MDCT sub-study and contributed pre-TAVI MDCT studies in 547 consecutive subjects. All MDCT data were analyzed in an independent core lab blinded to clinical outcomes. Key measurements included number of valve leaflets, aortic annulus area and perimeter, left and right coronary artery height, aortic cusp calcium volume, commissural calcification and left ventricular outflow tract (LVOT) calcification. Calcium volume of the aortic valvular complex was quantified using a threshold relative to patient-specific contrast attenuation in the arterial blood pool. We examined univariate and multivariate associations between ECG-gated contrast MDCT characteristics and 1-year mortality or stroke, new pacemaker implantation and new onset atrial fibrillation (AF). RESULTS The CT sub-study sample had a mean age of 82.8 ± 6.3 years, mean logistic EuroSCORE of 17.8 ± 11.3%, and mean STS score of 8.2 ± 7.4%. Transfemoral access was used in 89.6% of patients. After multivariate adjustment, moderate or severe LVOT calcification was an independent predictor of 1-year mortality or stroke (HR = 1.91; 95% CI: 1.11-3.30; p = 0.02). Calcium volume in the right coronary cusp was an independent predictor of new pacemaker (HR = 1.18 per 100 m3 increment; p = 0.04), whereas calcium volume of the non-coronary cusp had a protective effect (HR = 0.78 per 100 mm3 increment; p = 0.004). Severe calcification of the non-coronary/right-coronary commissure was an independent predictor of new AF (HR = 5.1; p = 0.008). CONCLUSION Computed tomography provides important prognostic information in women undergoing TAVI. Moderate or severe LVOT calcification is associated to an almost two-fold increased risk of mortality or stroke at one year. Different calcification patterns of the aortic valve may predict diverse rhythm abnormalities.
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- Marco Spaziano
- Department of Cardiology, Institut Hospitalier Jacques Cartier, Ramsay générale de santé, Massy, France; Department of Cardiology, McGill University Health Centre, Royal-Victoria Hospital, Montréal, Canada.
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- Department of Cardiology, San Raffaele Scientific Institute, Milan, Italy
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- Department of Cardiology, Teikyo University School of Medicine, Tokyo, Japan
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- The Zena and Michael A. Wiener Cardiovascular Institute, Icahn School of Medicine at Mont Sinai, New York, USA
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- The Zena and Michael A. Wiener Cardiovascular Institute, Icahn School of Medicine at Mont Sinai, New York, USA
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- Department of Cardiology, Institut Hospitalier Jacques Cartier, Ramsay générale de santé, Massy, France
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- Department of Cardiology, Clinique Pasteur, Toulouse, France
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- Department of Cardiology, Azienda Ospidaliera Universitaria Senese, Policlinico Le Scotte, Siena, Italy
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- Department of Cardiology, Erasmus Medical Center, Thoraxcenter, Rotterdam, The Netherlands
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- Department of Cardiology, Ludwig-Maximilians-University of Munich, Munich, Germany
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- The Zena and Michael A. Wiener Cardiovascular Institute, Icahn School of Medicine at Mont Sinai, New York, USA
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- Department of Cardiology, Institut Hospitalier Jacques Cartier, Ramsay générale de santé, Massy, France
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Unexpected complication during transcatheter aortic valve replacement: Balloon that cannot inflate! Anatol J Cardiol 2018. [PMID: 29537972 PMCID: PMC6280271 DOI: 10.14744/anatoljcardiol.2018.02170] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/20/2022] Open
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Pilgrim T, Lee JKT, O'Sullivan CJ, Stortecky S, Ariotti S, Franzone A, Lanz J, Heg D, Asami M, Praz F, Siontis GCM, Vollenbroich R, Räber L, Valgimigli M, Roost E, Windecker S. Early versus newer generation devices for transcatheter aortic valve implantation in routine clinical practice: a propensity score matched analysis. Open Heart 2018; 5:e000695. [PMID: 29387427 PMCID: PMC5786915 DOI: 10.1136/openhrt-2017-000695] [Citation(s) in RCA: 33] [Impact Index Per Article: 5.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/08/2017] [Revised: 11/16/2017] [Accepted: 11/20/2017] [Indexed: 12/17/2022] Open
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Aim Contemporary data comparing early versus newer generation transcatheter heart valve (THV) devices in routine clinical practice are lacking. We sought to compare the safety and efficacy of early versus newer generation THVs in unselected patients undergoing transcatheter aortic valve implantation (TAVI). Methods and results We performed a propensity score matched analysis of patients undergoing transfemoral TAVI at a single centre with early versus newer generation devices between 2007 and 2016. Patients were matched for balloon-expandable versus self-expandable valves and Society of Thoracic Surgeons score. The primary end point was the Valve Academic Research Consortium (VARC)-2 early safety composite end point at 30 days. Among the 391 matched pairs, no differences between early (21.2%) and newer generation (20.8%) THVs regarding the early safety composite end point (HR 0.98, 95% CI 0.72 to 1.33, P=0.88) were observed. The rates of valve embolisation (0.8% vs 4.2%, P=0.005), bleeding events (24.8% vs 32.0%, P=0.028) and moderate-to-severe paravalvular regurgitation (PVR) (3.1% vs 12.1%, P<0.001) were lower among patients receiving newer generation devices. Conversely, patients treated with early generation THVs less frequently experienced annulus rupture (0% vs 2.0%, P=0.008). Conclusion Newer compared with early generation THV devices were associated with a lower rate of valve embolisation, PVR and bleeding events.
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- Thomas Pilgrim
- Department of Cardiology, University of Bern, Bern, Switzerland
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- Department of Cardiology, University of Bern, Bern, Switzerland
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- Department of Cardiology, University of Bern, Bern, Switzerland
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- Department of Cardiology, University of Bern, Bern, Switzerland
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- Department of Cardiology, University of Bern, Bern, Switzerland
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- Clinical Trials Unit, University of Bern, Bern, Switzerland
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- Department of Cardiology, University of Bern, Bern, Switzerland
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- Department of Cardiology, University of Bern, Bern, Switzerland
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- Department of Cardiology, University of Bern, Bern, Switzerland
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- Department of Cardiovascular Surgery, University of Bern, Bern, Switzerland
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