What is the Sapien M3 system?

The SAPIEN M3 System is a novel, transvenous, transseptal mitral valve (Edwards Lifesciences) that may provide a minimally invasive alternative to surgery for high-risk patients with severe mitral valve disease.

What is sapien 3 technology?

The Edwards SAPIEN 3 and SAPIEN 3 Ultra Transcatheter Heart Valve (THV) System each consists of a catheter-based artificial aortic heart valve and the accessories used to implant the valve without open-heart surgery. The valve is made of cow tissue attached to a balloon-expandable, cobalt-chromium frame for support.

What is the difference between Sapien 3 and Sapien 3 Ultra?

The Ultra has the same stent frame and leaflet design as its predecessor, the SAPIEN 3 (S3), but incorporates an enhanced outer sealing skirt, which extends ≈40% higher from the inflow and is made from textured polyethylene terephthalate.

What type valve is used in TAVR?

Transcatheter aortic valve replacement (TAVR) is a minimally invasive heart procedure to replace a thickened aortic valve that can’t fully open (aortic valve stenosis). The aortic valve is located between the left lower heart chamber (left ventricle) and the body’s main artery (aorta).

Do you need anticoagulation after TAVR?

There are two distinct populations undergoing TAVR: those who require anticoagulation therapy and those who do not, according to Dangas. “The simpler of the two are those who do not require anticoagulation,” Dangas said. “U.S. guidelines indicate the preference for aspirin alone in the short term or use of clopidogrel.

How long will TAVR last?

The TAVR valve is a biological tissue valve made from cow or pig heart tissue. Because the procedure is relatively new, doctors are not sure how long a replaced TAVR valve will last. Research suggests the valve may last up to 10 years. If the valve were to fail, our doctors can replace it.

Who is not a candidate for TAVR?

For TAVR to be recommended, the evaluation must confirm the following: You have aortic stenosis that is severe in nature and is causing symptoms. You are not a candidate for surgical aortic valve replacement or you’re at high risk for surgery and likely would benefit from TAVR therapy.

How long does the Tavr valve last?

What blood thinner is used after TAVR?

Antithrombotic Therapy Following TAVI Clopidogrel 75 mg daily may be reasonable for the first 6 months after TAVI in addition to life-long aspirin 75–100 mg daily. Anticoagulation with a VKA to achieve an INR of 2.5 may be reasonable for at least 3 months after TAVI in patients at low risk of bleeding.