Impact of right and left ventricular systolic dysfunction on perioperative outcome and long ‐term survival after transcatheter aortic valve replacement

ConclusionsPeri‐operative mortality and risk of stroke after TAVR are not adversely affected by preexisting RV or LV dysfunction. Long‐term survival is impaired in patients with RVSD. RVSD but not LVSD is an independent risk factor for late mortality. TAVR should be the preferred therapy for patients with RVSD and LVSD, especially when patient is suitable for TF.

Source: Journal of Interventional Cardiology - April 25, 2017 Category: Cardiology Authors: Daniel P. Griese, Sebastian Kerber, Sebastian Barth, Anno Diegeler, J örg Babin‐Ebell, Wilko Reents Tags: ORIGINAL INVESTIGATION Source Type: research