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Aortic regurgitation (AR) is when the aortic valve does not close or seal properly, leading to backward blood circulation from the aorta into the left ventricle during diastole. Common causes of AR include rheumatic heart disease, congenital valve defects, and aortic root dilation. Managing AR requires a multifaceted approach to alleviate symptoms, preserve left ventricular function, and address the underlying cause of the regurgitation. Patients with symptomatic AR or significant left...
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Balloon aortic valvuloplasty (BAV) offers temporary relief for severe aortic stenosis (AS), with ongoing use due to its safety, low cost, and repeatability. Further research is needed to refine techniques and indications for BAV.

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  • Interventional Cardiology
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  • Severe aortic stenosis (AS) poses significant clinical challenges.
  • Balloon aortic valvuloplasty (BAV) provides temporary hemodynamic and clinical improvement for AS patients.
  • Global BAV procedure rates show an increasing trend.

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  • To review the current role and future prospects of Balloon Aortic Valvuloplasty (BAV) in managing severe aortic stenosis (AS).
  • To discuss indications, advantages, and limitations of BAV in the context of transcatheter aortic valve implantation (TAVI).

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  • Review of existing literature on BAV for AS.
  • Analysis of BAV's indications, including as a bridge therapy and in complex cases.
  • Discussion of BAV's applicability in fragile patients and its role alongside TAVI.

Main Results:

  • BAV offers temporary relief for 6-12 months.
  • Indications include bridging to valve replacement, decision-making in complex cases, and preparation for TAVI.
  • BAV is cost-effective, repeatable, and suitable for fragile patients.

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  • BAV remains a valuable tool for AS management due to its safety, low cost, and repeatability.
  • Further research is required to optimize BAV techniques, indications, and procedural standardization.
  • BAV's role will continue to be closely linked with TAVI advancements.