Who is the ideal Candidate for Tavi | Dr. Ranjan Modi

The ideal patient for TAVI is someone who is experiencing symptoms of aortic valve stenosis, but who is not candidates for open-heart surgery. TAVI can improve the quality of life for these patients by relieving symptoms and reducing the risk of heart failure. If you or someone you know is experiencing symptoms of aortic valve stenosis, watch this video to learn more about TAVI and whether it may be right for you.

Patients who are ideal candidates for TAVI are those who have severe aortic valve stenosis that is causing symptoms such as shortness of breath or chest pain. Other health issues may preclude patients from being suitable for open-heart surgery. The procedure is minimally invasive and can be performed under local anesthesia, which makes it a good option for patients who are not able to tolerate general anesthesia.