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Discussing the results of Edwards Lifesciences EARLY-TAVR trial for Transcatheter Aortic-Valve Replacement for Asymptomatic Severe Aortic Stenosis patients

Ticker(s): EW, MDT, ABT

Who's the expert?

Institution: North Shore Heart and Vascular

  • Interventional Cardiologist
  • Manages treatment for 50 patients with Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy and places 10-15 aoritc heart valves a month
  • Clinical interest in nuclear cardiology

Interview Questions
Q1.

Describe your background and practice setting

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Q2.

How many TAVR procedures do you conduct yearly?

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Q3.

Which TAVR platforms do you currently utilize in your setting?

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Q4.

What are your thoughts on the results from the EARLY-TAVR trial?

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What are the key differences between valve systems like SAPIEN and CoreValve, and how do these affect patient outcomes and procedural choices?

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How durable are TAVR valves compared to surgical ones, and what follow-up protocol do you recommend for asymptomatic patients?

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Q7.

What are your thoughts on the EARLY-TAVR trial's findings for asymptomatic patients, and how might it impact timing and decision-making for interventions?

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Do you foresee changes in procedural volumes or valve preferences based on this trial, and how might newer technologies like Abbott's or Boston Scientific's valves impact the market?

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