Comparative Outcomes of Transcarotid and Trans-subclavian Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement.

CONCLUSIONS: The transcarotid and the trans-subclavian approaches have similar safety and efficacy outcomes. The transcarotid approach had a shorter procedure duration and a trend towards lower fluoroscopy duration and radiation exposure.
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Source: The Annals of Thoracic Surgery - July 3, 2019 Category: Cardiovascular & Thoracic Surgery Authors: Amer MR, Mosleh W, Joshi S, Mather JF, El-Mallah W, Cheema M, McKay RG Tags: Ann Thorac Surg Source Type: research