Comparing ways to measure valve pressure after TAVI
Part of Heart & circulation clinical trials.
This trial looks at how well a new method (using echo) compares to the standard invasive method for measuring pressure across the new valve after TAVI. It may help doctors monitor your valve function with less risk.
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Who can take part
- You are 18 years or older and can agree to take part.
- You have severe aortic valve narrowing (stenosis) that causes symptoms and needs a TAVI procedure.
- You are getting a balloon-expandable type of replacement valve.
- You sign a consent form to join the study.
- You do not need the procedure done as an emergency or for urgent reasons.
- You are not currently in unstable condition (for example, very low blood pressure or shock).
- You have not had a tissue (bioprosthetic) aortic valve put in before.
- You can follow the study plan and complete all required visits.
Quick eligibility check
Answer a few plain-language questions, based on this study's own requirements, to get a preliminary sense of fit.
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