What is Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement? Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement (TAVR) or Transcatheter Aortic Valve Implantation (TAVI) is a minimally invasive procedure to replace the heart’s aortic valve in patients with severe aortic stenosis. TAVR is an alternative to open-heart surgery or Surgical Aortic Valve Replacement (SAVR) for high-risk patients. Why do you need Transcatheter …
Muscle tissue makes up the heart. There are four chambers in the heart: two upper chambers called atria, and two lower chambers, called ventricles. Each heart’s pumping chamber has a valve that keeps blood flowing forward. If one or more heart valves are damaged or diseased and aren’t functioning properly, they may need to be …
Of the estimated 220 million people in India living with hypertension, only 12% have their blood pressure under control – says WHO. Hypertension, or High Blood Pressure, is not something that can be taken lightly. It is a serious problem and can become dangerous if not treated timely. It can put you at risk of …
We all adore the winter season as we enjoy sipping hot chocolate and eating snacks with our friends and families. Winters are full of celebrations and fun, but it also invites vulnerability for our hearts. Studies have shown that human casualties due to heart disease and stroke increase during the winter. Also, heart attacks become …
Studies indicate that India’s population had just crossed the one billion mark when we entered the new millennium, and 42,000 open-heart operations were performed. India has a high mortality and morbidity rate associated with cardiovascular diseases. Cardiac surgery or heart surgery refers to any procedure performed on the heart or veins carrying blood to and …
