26 results

• Sapien 3 TAVR Lawsuit Claims Valve Caused Iliac Artery Perforation, Wrongful Death

  July 22, 2026

  Michael Adams

  Lawsuit alleges defects involving an Edwards Lifesciences Sapien 3 Ultra heart valve and related delivery devices perforated a woman’s iliac artery and abdominal aorta during a TAVR procedure, resulting in catastrophic vascular injuries and death.

• TAVR Approval Linked to Increased Aortic Stenosis Deaths: Study

  February 13, 2026

  Martha Garcia

  A new study shows that TAVR approval can be linked to an increased risk of death from aortic stenosis as doctors tried to learn when, and under what circumstances, the replacement heart valves were necessary.

• Study Warns TAVR Implants May Increase Hemolysis Risks

  January 21, 2026

  Irvin Jackson

  Japanese researchers warn that the latest generation of TAVR implants may cause the destruction of red blood cells, increasing the risk of anemia.

• Researchers Recommend Replacing Heart Valves That Are Failing, Even If No Symptoms Experienced

  November 1, 2024

  Martha Garcia

  A new study suggests that it may be better to treat asymptomatic severe aortic stenosis by quickly performing TAVR surgery, instead of adopting a “wait and see” approach as the condition progresses.

• Study Finds Balloon-Expandable Valves Used After TAVR Procedures Linked to Valve Dysfunction and Mortality Risks

  June 11, 2024

  Russell Maas

  Researchers warn that individuals who received balloon-expandable valves are more than four times more likely to suffer valve dysfunction that could lead to blood leaks or valve failure.

• TAVR Surgery Recipients Face Greater Risks from Later Heart Surgeries: Study

  February 1, 2024

  Martha Garcia

  Researchers warn that patients who have to undergo additional heart surgery following transcatheter aortic valve replacement (TAVR) procedures face an increased risk of death.

• Impella Left Sided Blood Pump Recall Issued Due to Risk Contact with TAVR Stents May Cause Motor Damage

  July 28, 2023

  Irvin Jackson

  The FDA warns about 8,000 Abiomed Impella blood pumps may suffer motor damage when placed too close to TAVR valves, leading to an increased risk of severe injury and death.

• Rapid Deterioration of TAVR Heart Valves Seen in Some Kidney Disease Patients: Study

  May 22, 2023

  Martha Garcia

  The findings of a new study indicate end-stage kidney disease patients may experience rapid deterioration of TAVR heart valves.

• Cerebral Embolic Protection Devices Fail to Prevent Strokes After TAVR Surgery: Study

  October 11, 2022

  Martha Garcia

  A new study finds that cerebral embolic protection devices failed to prevent strokes in TAVR patients.

• Savaysa Side Effects May Carry Higher Risk of Bleeding Than Warfarin For Heart Valve Replacement Patients: Study

  September 1, 2021

  Irvin Jackson

  A new study indicates the blood thinner Savaysa increases the risk of gastrointestinal bleeding for TAVR patients with atrial fibrillation when compared to warfarin.