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Treatment/Procedure: TAVR

Also called: Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement

TAVR is used for the treatment of a narrowed aortic valve that fails to open properly (aortic stenosis). It is a minimally-invasive procedure, and most patients spend one or two days recovering in the hospital after the procedure.

Generally, a TAVR is performed with a small incision or needle puncture to access the femoral artery in the groin. Then, the valve replacement is done using a catheter. Compared to open-heart surgery, patients have a shorter hospital stay and a shorter recovery period when they have an aortic valve replacement using this method.

Before having a TAVR at UAMS Health, you will see both an interventional cardiologist and a cardiothoracic surgeon to discuss treatment options and choose the best option for you. This team approach is what sets our heart care apart. Throughout the process, you are part of the conversation and you are kept informed of your options.

Evaluation for a TAVR includes having a coronary angiogram, an echocardiogram, and a CT scan of the chest, abdomen, and pelvis.

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Conditions Related to TAVR

UAMS providers care for a broad range of conditions, some of which may not be listed below.

  • Aortic Valve Stenosis
  • Heart Failure

Providers Performing TAVR

Note that every provider listed below may not perform or prescribe TAVR for all conditions related to it. Review each provider for availability.

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Jay K. Bhama, M.D.

Jay K. Bhama, M.D. Cardiovascular Surgeon

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Gaurav Dhar, M.D.

Gaurav Dhar, M.D. Interventional Cardiologist

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Kristofer T. Freeland, M.D. Cardiovascular Surgeon

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Areas of Expertise for TAVR

doctor using stethoscope to exam patient heart

Adult Heart Care

Trust your heart to the expert cardiologists, interventional cardiologists and heart surgeons here at UAMS. Your heart is safe in their expert hands.

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Cardiac Electrophysiology (Part of Adult Heart Care)

The heart is one of the body's most unique muscles. Always pumping, it keeps a steady pace and does its duty of supplying blood to muscles, organs, and tissues.

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Cardiothoracic Surgery (Part of Adult Heart Care)

Commonly called open-heart surgery, cardiothoracic surgery focuses on the heart, blood vessels, heart valves, esophagus, and lungs.

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Interventional Cardiology (Part of Adult Heart Care)

UAMS Health's interventional cardiology specialists are the experts in diagnosing heart issues and clearing clogged arteries.

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Structural Heart Care (Part of Adult Heart Care)

When the issue is a heart valve problem or a hole in the heart, this can be solved by our structural heart disease specialists.

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Make an Appointment

Request an appointment by contacting a clinic directly or by calling the UAMS Health appointment line at (501) 686-8000.

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