[Modern possibilities for transcatheter pulmonary valve replacement]

Area of Science:

• Cardiology
• Interventional Cardiology
• Medical Devices

Context:

• Pulmonary valve disease presents significant challenges in patient management.
• Surgical pulmonary valve replacement carries substantial risks.
• Transcatheter pulmonary valve replacement (TPVR) has emerged as a less invasive alternative.

Purpose:

• To review the current indications for TPVR.
• To summarize the clinical data and capabilities of TPVR.
• To provide an overview of available valves for TPVR.

Summary:

• This literature review examines transcatheter pulmonary valve replacement (TPVR).
• It covers indications, clinical outcomes, and current technological advancements in TPVR.
• Effectiveness of various endovascular valve systems is analyzed, comparing their performance.

Impact:

• TPVR demonstrates substantiated effectiveness, offering a promising alternative to traditional surgery.
• The review highlights the evolving landscape and future prospects of TPVR.
• This information aids clinicians in patient selection and treatment planning for pulmonary valve disease.