Optimized Implantation Height of the Edwards SAPIEN 3 Valve to Minimize Pacemaker Implantation After TAVI

Abstract

The risk of periprocedural PPM with the Edwards SAPIEN 3 depends on implantation height; it is increased when using conventional implantation techniques. This risk can be minimized below 5% PPM by choosing a higher implantation technique with the central marker 2 mm or more over the annulus plane.