Receiving a diagnosis of aortic stenosis can be very unsettling. If you or a loved one are facing this condition, I have some excellent news: medicine has advanced. Today, through the TAVI (Transcatheter Aortic Valve Implantation) procedure, I can help you replace a diseased valve using a minimally invasive approach, without the need for open-heart surgery.
In my hands, medical innovation becomes hope for your cardiovascular health.
What is Aortic Stenosis?
To understand the solution, we must first understand the problem. Aortic stenosis is the severe narrowing of your heart's aortic valve. This condition hardens the valve and greatly impedes blood flow from the heart to the rest of the body, causing severe symptoms such as extreme fatigue, shortness of breath, and chest pain.
What is the TAVI procedure and how does it work?
TAVI is a revolutionary technology designed for patients who need a new valve but are looking for or require a safer alternative to traditional surgery.
Instead of opening the chest, we insert a highly durable biological valve through a catheter.
How do we do it step by step?
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Secure Access: I make a small incision, usually in the groin (femoral artery).
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Precise Navigation: Using real-time medical imaging, I guide the catheter with the new folded valve directly to your heart.
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Positioning: The catheter is placed precisely inside the damaged native aortic valve.
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Implantation and Expansion: The new valve expands (thanks to its self-expanding scaffold), pushing the damaged valve aside.
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Immediate Result: Its sealing skirt reduces the risk of leaks, and the valve begins functioning instantly, restoring optimal blood flow.
Benefits of TAVI: Why choose this option?
Opting for Transcatheter Aortic Valve Implantation offers compelling advantages over conventional methods:
✅ Minimally invasive procedure: We take care of your body by avoiding open-heart surgery.
⏱️ Shorter recovery time: You'll be able to return to your home and daily life much faster.
🛡️ Lower risk of complications: A safer option, especially for delicate patients.
❤️ Significant and rapid improvement: Almost immediate relief from the symptoms of stenosis, restoring your quality of life.
Who is eligible for a TAVI procedure?
You are generally a candidate if you meet any of these criteria:
You have a diagnosis of symptomatic severe aortic stenosis.
You are considered high-risk or ineligible for traditional open-heart surgery due to your age or other health conditions.
Important: The final decision requires a thorough and personalized evaluation to determine if this procedure is the most appropriate option for you.
Your Heart in Expert and Certified Hands
I am Dr. Alvaro Torre, a Clinical and Interventional Cardiologist. My medical practice is guided by excellence and continuous professional development.
Postgraduate studies at the Ignacio Chávez National Institute of Cardiology, the leading cardiovascular institution in the country.
Certified and Verified Physician: Professional License: 8349496 | Specialty License: 11577241.
