TAVI/TAVR — Transcatheter Aortic Valve Therapy with Faster Recovery
TAVI/TAVR replaces a narrowed aortic valve through a small groin puncture without opening the chest. Ideal for severe symptomatic aortic stenosis after a comprehensive Heart-Team assessment. Supported by 24×7 emergency and ICU care for patients from Tathawade, Wakad, Hinjewadi, Ravet, Pimpri, and Chinchwad.
Who May Benefit
- Severe aortic stenosis with breathlessness, chest pain, or fainting
- Elderly or high-risk patients for open-heart surgery
- Patients seeking shorter hospital stay and quicker recovery
Pre-Procedure Workup
- Echo to confirm severity; CT aortic root & ilio-femoral access mapping
- Coronary assessment, anaesthesia & frailty evaluation
- Medication review, anticoagulation planning, consent & counselling
How TAVI/TAVR Is Done
- Catheter inserted via femoral artery under local/GA in the cath-lab
- Valve deployed inside the old valve (no sternotomy or bypass)
- Short monitoring in ICU with early mobilisation
Benefits
- Smaller puncture, less pain, faster discharge
- Rapid improvement in symptoms & quality of life
- Suitable for patients at intermediate to high surgical risk (as assessed)
Aftercare
- Rhythm & vascular access monitoring, echo before discharge
- Medication optimisation (antiplatelets/anticoagulation as advised)
- Cardiac rehab, risk-factor control, scheduled follow-ups
When to Visit Emergency
- Sudden chest pain, breathlessness, fainting, or palpitations
- Groin site swelling/bleeding or new neurological symptoms
Why Choose Pulse Hospital
- Experienced structural heart team with ICU & anaesthesia backup
- Cath-lab pathways, clear counselling, and insurance assistance
- Patient-first protocols with transparent outcomes
Book Your TAVI/TAVR Evaluation
Call our 24×7 desk or use the appointment form to check eligibility, benefits, risks, and alternatives tailored to your condition.