A few years ago, I had AVR (bioprosthetic) and subsequently required a pacemaker. Knowing I will eventually need a second AVR or TAVR, I am curious as to what ...Read more
A few years ago, I had AVR (bioprosthetic) and subsequently required a pacemaker. Knowing I will eventually need a second AVR or TAVR, I am curious as to what happens to the pacemaker leads? In the case of a valve-in-a-valve TAVR procedure, for example, are they just flattened between the new and old valve, and if so, what is the likelihood that this will damage the leads?
Mark Yost The leads are usually on the right side of the heart and would not normally be affected by left heart ... Read more
Mark Yost The leads are usually on the right side of the heart and would not normally be affected by left heart surgery for AVR or TAVR.
Brian Irwin Of course. Thanks. That makes sense given that the right side has a lower pressure.
I am from: Mississauga, Canada
