The New England Journal of Medicine featured this research study in October 2024

Written By Lisa Pfeiffer

Nov. 4, 2024

Read the study: Transcatheter Aortic-Valve Replacement for Asymptomatic Severe Aortic Stenosis | New England Journal of Medicine

The study found that patients with severe asymptomatic aortic stenosis fared better with early intervention by minimally invasive surgery than with clinical monitoring every six to 12 months. Monitoring is the current practice.

The research study was co-authored by Dr. Philippe Pibarot, a Heart Valve Voice Canada board member.

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