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The aortic valve is one of four valves that regulate blood flow through the heart. The aortic valve opens so blood can flow out. It then closes to ensure blood is only moving forward. In aortic stenosis, however, the aortic valve is narrowed. Because of this the heart has to work harder than it should to pump blood to your body.

Transcatheter aortic valve replacement (TAVR) is a minimally-invasive procedure performed to replace a narrowed aortic valve that fails to open properly. TAVR may also be an option for people who are considered at intermediate or high-risk of complications from surgical aortic valve replacement. TAVR may also be indicated in certain people who can’t undergo open-heart surgery. Your doctor will discuss all of the options with you and make the make the best decision based on your health condition.

The TAVR procedure is performed as part of our Structural Heart Disease Program, which provides innovative, multi-specialty care for patients with advanced and complex valvular and structural heart disease.

Prior to a TAVR procedure, your doctor and treatment team will explain to you what to expect before, during, and after the procedure and potential risks of the procedure. Other recommendations include:

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Before the procedure, your doctor may perform a variety of tests, including:

The TAVR procedure usually takes 1 hour, but the preparation and recovery time may add several hours. This procedure is usually performed in the cardiothoracic operating room (OR). Check with your doctor about the details of the procedure. In general:

After the procedure, you will be taken to the cardiothoracic intensive care unit (CTICU) for further observation. Most times, you’ll be able to go home within 24 hours after the procedure. Other recommendations include:

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