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CT renders transesophageal echo largely avoidable in TAVR


 

AT EUROPCR 2016

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“If the TEE is positive for LAAT we will still offer them TAVR, with the use of an embolic protection device if the anatomy is suitable, but we will tell them that potentially they may be at higher risk of stroke,” Dr. Williams said.

He reported having no financial conflicts of interest regarding this study.

bjancin@frontlinemedcom.com

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