Acute left main coronary occlusion after transcatheter aortic valve implantation: life-saving intervention using the snare technique-a case report.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Transcatheter aortic valve implantation (TAVI) has rapidly evolved and changed the field of structural cardiovascular intervention. Its advances lead to a marked reduction in the risk of complications and improved outcomes. However, TAVI is still associated with potential serious complications.

Case summary

A 73-year-old man with severe aortic stenosis underwent TAVI using a 34-mm self-expanding aortic bioprosthesis. After valve deployment, the patient rapidly progressed to cardiac arrest. Acute left main occlusion, due to high valve implantation, was promptly recognized and advanced life support immediately initiated. Concomitantly, the valve was successfully retrieved toward the ascending aorta using the snare technique, resulting in immediate restoration of flo

SUBMITTER: Lopes PM 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC9792273 | biostudies-literature | 2023 Jan

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature