A 64-year-old with symptomatic severe aortic stenosis is considered for valve replacement. Which guideline principle is correct?...

Question

A 64-year-old with symptomatic severe aortic stenosis is considered for valve replacement. Which guideline principle is correct?

Accepted Answer

Choice between TAVR and SAVR depends on age, anatomy, surgical risk, and life expectancy

Answer

TAVR is contraindicated in patients >80

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SAVR is mandatory for all

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Balloon valvuloplasty is definitive therapy

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Medical therapy alone is sufficient

us-abim MCQ (SBA): Aortic Stenosis Management