Complete Embolic Protection of the Cerebral Arteries: TAVI Despite Large Left Ventricular Thrombus.

ABSTRACT: The presence of a left ventricular (LV) thrombus is considered an absolute contraindication to transcatheter aortic valve implantation (TAVI) because of the very high embolic risk. We report a case of TAVI under complete protection of the cerebral arteries in a patient with a large LV thrombus, severely impaired LV function, and no surgical options. (Level of Difficulty: Beginner.).

SUBMITTER: Mierke J 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC8311951 | biostudies-literature | 2020 Jul

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature