Predictors of cardiac conduction disturbances after transcatheter aortic valve implantation using self-expandable valves

Abstract

The most common type of aortic valvular disease today is senile calcific aortic stenosis (AS) [1]. Despite vigorous efforts for developing medical treatment options, medical therapy has no current role in modifying the course of the disease, and surgical aortic valve replacement (SAVR) remains the mainstay of definitive treatment [2]. However, and because aortic stenosis is generally a disease of the elderly, co-morbidities are a frequent concern that may render patients inoperable. A percutaneous approach to aortic valve replacement is, therefore, an attractive alternative for many patients [34].