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Aortic valve replacement...is open heart surgery the only way ? 44 year's old with no symptoms....

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AVR: No, they can now do it through a catheter. The procedure is called a TAVR.

Answered 3/21/2018

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Aortic valve : I have been reading recently about extra thoracic replacement. I would consult I cardiovascular surgeon to get the appropriate expertise. Good Luck

Answered 3/22/2018

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