Edwards Lifesciences (NYSE: EW) today announced new data demonstrating long-term benefits with its Sapien heart valve system.

Medtronic (NYSE: MDT) today announced the launch of its Stedi extra support guidewire for use with its Evolut TAVR platform.

Transcatheter aortic valve replacement (TAVR) is a minimally invasive procedure that involves replacing the aortic valve in people with aortic stenosis. It has several benefits over open heart surgery ...

Transcatheter aortic valve replacement (TAVR) is a procedure that can treat narrowing of the aortic valve in the heart. It involves an expandable replacement valve that helps improve blood flow. A ...

Of the two heart valve surgeries Janice Smith has had at OhioHealth Mansfield Hospital, the second was much easier for her. "I had a good experience both times," the 86-year-old said. "It's just that ...

Lansing resident Sandra Mosier, 75, has lived with a heart murmur her entire life. When she heard the transcatheter aortic valve replacement (TAVR) procedure was now available at McLaren Greater ...

The UHS Heart & Vascular Institute recently celebrated a significant milestone with the completion of their 1,000th TAVR (Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement) procedure. This achievement is more ...

The novel findings, published today in the peer-reviewed journal The Lancet, are significant because recent randomized clinical trials have shown that TAVR is a meaningful treatment option for both ...

Cardiothoracic Surgeon Geoffrey R. Cousins, MD, FACS, left, and Interventional Cardiologist Jason Schott, DO, mark the 100th transcatheter aortic valve replacement procedure performed at Memorial ...

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Living in St. George is a dream come true for Ken Martin. He takes advantage of the balmy climate and access to several national parks to stay active and entertain visitors. Martin regularly checks ...

As we age, keeping up with your health care becomes even more important. That way, doctors can catch problems sooner and make sure you’re living your best life. In MedWatch, learn about a ...