Histological Findings and Predictors of Cerebral Debris From Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement: The ALSTER Experience [Arrhythmia and Electrophysiology]

ConclusionThis study showed a high rate of embolic debris consisting of typical anatomic structures known to be altered in patients with aortic stenosis undergoing transcatheter aortic valve replacement. Female patients with diabetes mellitus have increased risk of embolic debris and should be protected by a cerebral protection system during transcatheter aortic valve replacement. Because valve tissue embolizes more often in patients with predilation, procedural planning should consider this finding. Both cerebral arteries (brachiocephalic trunk, left carotid artery) should be protected in the same way.

Source: JAHA:Journal of the American Heart Association - November 9, 2016 Category: Cardiology Authors: Schmidt, T., Akdag, O., Wohlmuth, P., Thielsen, T., Schewel, D., Schewel, J., Alessandrini, H., Kreidel, F., Bader, R., Romero, M., Ladich, E., Virmani, R., Schafer, U., Kuck, K.–H., Frerker, C. Tags: Aortic Valve Replacement/Transcatheter Aortic Valve Implantation, Catheter-Based Coronary and Valvular Interventions, Treatment Original Research Source Type: research