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TAVI: A Safer Option for High-Risk Patients | Dr. Sridhara G | Manipal Hospital Old Airport Road

In this informative video Dr. Sridhara G, Consultant – Interventional Cardiology and Electrophysiology at Manipal Hospital Old Airport Road, Bengaluru, introduces aortic valve degenerative disease as a prevalent age-related cardiac condition. While open heart surgery remains the standard treatment, he notes that it may not be suitable for high-risk patients. For such individuals, he suggests TAVI (Transcatheter Aortic Valve Implantation), a minimally invasive alternative, and elaborates on its benefits and suitability for those unable to undergo traditional surgery.