TAVR / TAVI in India
Transcatheter aortic valve replacement, also called TAVI, replaces a diseased aortic valve through a catheter without removing the old valve. It is used for selected patients with severe aortic stenosis.
At a glance
- Category
- Transcatheter Valve Therapy
- Procedure
- 5 key stages
Indicative only. Your specialist will confirm what applies to you.
What Is TAVR / TAVI?
During TAVR, a collapsible replacement valve is delivered through a catheter, most commonly from an artery in the groin, and expanded inside the diseased native aortic valve. The new valve then takes over regulation of blood flow.
When Is TAVR / TAVI Considered?
TAVR is used for selected patients with severe aortic stenosis across surgical-risk categories. The choice between TAVR and surgical valve replacement depends on age, anatomy, life expectancy, valve features, coronary disease, previous surgery and patient goals.
Severe aortic stenosis
TAVR is a treatment option when the aortic valve is severely narrowed and replacement is indicated.
Anatomy is suitable for transcatheter replacement
CT is used to assess valve size, calcification and vascular access.
Heart-team review supports TAVR
Surgical and transcatheter options are compared using age, risk, anatomy and long-term considerations.
How TAVR / TAVI Works
- 1
Valve-team assessment
The cardiology and cardiac-surgery team confirms the need for valve replacement.
- 2
CT and echocardiographic planning
Imaging measures the valve and access vessels.
- 3
Catheter access
A catheter is introduced, usually through a groin artery.
- 4
Valve deployment
The replacement valve is positioned and expanded inside the diseased aortic valve.
- 5
Post-procedure rhythm and vascular monitoring
The team checks valve function, access sites and heart rhythm before discharge.
Preparation Before Treatment
Planning includes echocardiography, CT sizing of the aortic valve and access vessels, coronary assessment, kidney function, blood tests and multidisciplinary heart-team review.
Complete echocardiography and CT planning
These define severity, anatomy and valve size.
Review coronary arteries and kidney function
These factors influence procedural planning and contrast use.
Plan medicines and dental/infection issues
Antithrombotic strategy and infection prevention are reviewed before the procedure.
Technique & Technology
Modern TAVR planning uses CT-based annular sizing, access-route assessment and device selection. Cerebral-protection devices or alternative access routes may be considered in selected cases.
- 01
CT-guided valve sizing and access planning
Detailed CT measurements help select valve size and route.
- 02
Alternative access or adjunctive techniques
When standard transfemoral access is unsuitable, other routes or protective strategies may be considered.
Recovery & What to Expect After Treatment
Many patients mobilise early after TAVR and have a shorter hospital recovery than after open valve surgery, although monitoring is needed for rhythm, vascular and neurological complications.
Risks & Important Considerations
Risks include bleeding, vascular injury, stroke, valve leak, need for a pacemaker, kidney injury, infection and rare emergency surgery.
Potential benefits
Less invasive valve replacement
TAVR avoids traditional open-chest valve surgery in suitable patients.
Important to know
TAVR and surgery are complementary options
The best approach depends on anatomy, age, long-term valve considerations and other cardiac disease.
Possible risks
Vascular complications and bleeding
Catheter access through large arteries can cause bleeding or vessel injury.
Pacemaker requirement
Conduction disturbance after TAVR can require permanent pacemaker implantation.
Limitations
Not every valve or anatomy is suitable
Bicuspid anatomy, coronary issues, aortic disease or other factors can favour surgery in selected patients.
TAVR / TAVI Cost in India
The cost of tavr / tavi in India depends on the exact procedure, anatomy, hospital, devices or implants where relevant, investigations and length of stay.
What affects the cost
- Procedure complexity and anatomy
- Hospital and specialist team
- Implants, devices or specialised equipment
- Pre-procedure investigations
- ICU or monitoring requirements
- Length of stay and complications
Numeric pricing should be published only after Fabtitude validates a current treatment estimate for the specific procedure and clinical pathway.
Treatment Duration & Stay in India
The procedure is usually completed in one catheter-based admission, with discharge timing depending on rhythm stability, vascular access, mobility and other medical factors.
Before treatment
Specialist review, required investigations and treatment planning are completed before the procedure begins.
Procedure and early recovery
The immediate treatment and monitoring period depends on clinical complexity and the exact technique.
Follow-up and travel planning
Recovery, medication plan and fitness for long-distance travel should be reviewed before returning home.
Frequently Asked Questions About TAVR / TAVI
Find out whether TAVR / TAVI is right for you
Have your reports reviewed by a specialist before you travel. Suitability can only be confirmed after an individual assessment.