What is TAVR in Cardiothoracic Surgery?

Cardiothoracic Surgery Glossary

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Intermediate Technical IVT

Infection of the inner lining of the heart chambers and valves, typically caused by bacteria.

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Professional Technical IVT

Transcatheter aortic valve replacement performed without open surgery.

TAVI transcatheter aortic valve implantation

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Term	Category	Difficulty	Definition
TAVR IVT	Technical Term	Professional	Transcatheter aortic valve replacement performed without open surgery.

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intermediate 32

advanced 21

professional 47