Aortic stenosis is a narrowing or obstruction of the aortic heart valve. This affects the valve’s ability to open and close properly, impairing blood flow. When the leaflets are unable to fully open, the heart must work harder to push blood through the calcified aortic valve. Eventually, the heart muscle weakens, increasing the risk of heart failure.

If your cardiologist has diagnosed you with aortic stenosis, the Heart Team will explain your options and come up with a treatment plan that's right for you. You can rely on our Heart Team which includes cardiologists, cardiac surgeons, anesthesiologists, nurses, physician assistants and techs who work collaboratively on the best care for your specific heart condition.

TAVR is a way to replace the aortic valve without surgery. During the TAVR procedure, a prosthetic valve is delivered to the heart with a catheter, guided by x-ray and ultrasound. This procedure is less invasive and typically associated with a shorter hospital stay than with traditional, open-heart surgery. Typically, a small plastic tube, called a catheter is inserted into the femoral artery, through this the new valve is delivered.

Additionally, Balloon Aortic Valvuloplasty (BAV) remains a therapeutic option for relief of aortic stenosis symptoms. This is most often used as an interim or bridge treatment for patients who require non-cardiac surgery or treatment of other medical conditions. BAV has palliative benefits, but is not a permanent solution.