scholarly journals P295 Impact of Pre-existing Mitral Regurgitation on the Mid-Term Left Ventricular Mass Regression following Transcatheter Aortic Valve Implantation for Aortic Valve Stenosis

2020 ◽  
Vol 21 (Supplement_1) ◽  
Author(s):  
H Horinouchi ◽  
T Nagai ◽  
Y Ohno ◽  
T Murakami ◽  
J Miyamoto ◽  
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Abstract Background Transcatheter aortic valve implantation (TAVI) results in an immediate and greater aortic pressure gradient improvement in patients with severe aortic valve stenosis (AS), and induces early left ventricular (LV) mass regression, which may be related to favorable effects on the mid to long term outcomes. However, the extent of LV mass regression after unloading of chronic pressure overload is varying, and its determinants are still unknown. Thus, the study aims to identify echocardiographic determinants of LV mass regression following TAVI. Methods We retrospectively screened all TAVI procedures in symptomatic AS from 2017 to 2019, and selected 74 successful TAVI cases that had serial echocardiographic studies both at the baseline and at the mid-term follow-up (4 to 6 months after the procedure). Through the digitalized medical records, clinical and echocardiographic data as well as angiographic grading (0-3) of post-procedure paravalvular leakage (PVL) were obtained. LV mass was calculated by using Cube formula. Thus, the extent of LV mass regression was defined as the differences of left ventricular mas index (LVMI) between at the baseline and at the follow-up (ΔLVMI). Quantification of the baseline mitral valve regurgitant volume was performed by stroke volume method with pulmonic site measurement on the assumption of no pre-existing intra/extra cardiac shunt. Cases with prior mitral valve replacement were excluded. Results At the post-procedure angiogram, only 3 cases had significant PVL (grade 2≤). At the mid-term follow–up, average LVMI decreased significantly from the baseline (165 ± 38 g/m2vs 140 ± 37 mg/ m2, P < 0.0001) and 57 cases (70%) experienced the reduction of LVMI, although average relative wall thickness (2 × posterior wall thickness/left ventricular diastolic dimension) did not change (0.565 ± 0.135 vs 0.586 ± 0.168, P = 0.314). Among the baseline clinical and echocardiographic variables, the baseline peak A wave velocity, E/A ratio, mitral valve regurgitant volume and LVMI revealed simple correlation with ΔLVMI (γ=-0.298, p = 0.0188;γ=0.251, P = 0.0417;γ=0.354, p = 0.0041;γ=0.375, p < 0.0010; respectively), whereas no correlation was observed in angiographic PVL grade. Stepwise multiple regression analysis demonstrated baseline mitral valve regurgitant volume and LVMI as the determinants of ΔLVMI (β=0.344, p = 0.032; β=0.335 P < 0.0001; respectively). Conclusions Pre-existing mitral regurgitation has an impact on the mid–term left ventricular mass regression following TAVI. In severe AS, mitral regurgitation might be functioning as an afterload adjuster, and thus, produces protective effects on LV structure.

Author(s):  
Mustafa Zakkar ◽  
Aiman Alassar ◽  
Manuel Lopez-Perez ◽  
David Roy ◽  
Stephen Brecker ◽  
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Objective The impact of transcatheter aortic valve implantation (TAVI) on left ventricular (LV) mass regression is not well defined. We aimed to measure LV mass regression, changes in LV volumes and dimensions, as well as mitral valve function after TAVI. Methods Eighty patients who underwent TAVI between 2008 and 2010 were studied. Echocardiographic findings before procedure and at 6- and 12-month follow-up were analyzed. Results Aortic valve area increased from 0.71 (0.27) cm2 before procedure to 1.89 (0.64) cm2 at 12 months ( P < 0.001), which was associated with reduction in peak [80.79 (23) vs 16.9 (6.5) mm Hg, P < 0.001] and mean [47.65 (14.2) vs 8.77 (3.29) mm Hg, P < 0.001] gradients. At 1 year, there was a change in LV end-systolic volume [46.12 (36.6) to 48.96 (4.05) mL, P = 0.042] and LV mass [202.4 (92.2) to 183.6 (98.2) g, P = 0.04]. Left ventricular mass index regressed from 130.7 (28.9) to 122.1 (28.9) g/m2 ( P = 0.01). Maximum wall thickness decreased from 1.28 (0.18) to 1.25 (0.17) cm ( P < 0.001). There was no significant change in LV ejection fraction, LV end-systolic and end-diastolic diameters, as well as mitral valve regurgitation. Conclusions Transcatheter aortic valve implantation is associated with significant regression of LV hypertrophy at 1 year. However, this regression was not associated with changes in LV systolic and diastolic functions, size, or changes in mitral valve regurgitation.


2020 ◽  
Vol 41 (Supplement_2) ◽  
Author(s):  
J.H Kuneman ◽  
G.K Singh ◽  
N.C Hansson ◽  
S.H Poulsen ◽  
E.M Vollema ◽  
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Abstract Background Hypo-attenuated leaflet thickening (HALT) of transcatheter aortic valves can be observed on multidetector computed tomography (MDCT) and is considered as an early marker of leaflet thrombosis. Preliminary data has suggested that HALT will prevent or delay reverse left ventricular (LV) remodeling after transcatheter aortic valve implantation (TAVI). Purpose The purpose of the present study was to assess the association of HALT to reverse LV remodeling after TAVI. Methods In this multicenter study, patients who underwent MDCT after TAVI were evaluated. The presence of HALT was assessed with MDCT. Transthoracic echocardiograms were performed to assess LV dimensions and function before and 12 months after TAVI; transcatheter valve hemodynamics were assessed immediately after TAVI and at 12 months follow-up. Results A total of 169 patients (mean age 81±7 years, 53% male) who underwent MDCT performed 35 days [IQR 32–52] after TAVI were analyzed. HALT was observed in 42 (33%) patients. Before TAVI, LV mass (LVM) and LV mass index (LVMi) did not differ between patients with or without HALT: 227±80 vs. 234±62 g (p=0.568) and 121±37 vs. 126±32 g/m2 (p=0.35), respectively. Also LV ejection fraction (LVEF) was comparable between groups, 51±10 vs. 50±12%, p=0.64. LV end-diastolic volume (LVEDV) and LV end-systolic volume (LVESV) were lower in patients with HALT: 75 (67–115) vs. 99 (77–127) ml (p=0.030) and 39 (30–53) vs. 46 (33–65) ml (p=0.050), respectively. At 12 months follow-up, we found no differences in LVM or LVMi regression, decrease of LV volumes or transprosthetic gradients between groups (Figure 1). Conclusion Patients who presented with HALT had significantly lower LV volumes before TAVI. LV mass and volumes regressed significantly at 12 months after TAVI, however LV remodeling was not associated to the presence of HALT. Funding Acknowledgement Type of funding source: None


2015 ◽  
Vol 16 (suppl 2) ◽  
pp. S43-S45 ◽  
Author(s):  
B Ren ◽  
T Sturmberger ◽  
R Ancona ◽  
SL Schwartz ◽  
D Del Val Martin ◽  
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Author(s):  
Jurrien H. Kuneman ◽  
Gurpreet K. Singh ◽  
Nicolaj C. Hansson ◽  
Laura Fusini ◽  
Steen H. Poulsen ◽  
...  

AbstractHypo-attenuated leaflet thickening (HALT) of transcatheter aortic valves is detected on multidetector computed tomography (MDCT) and reflects leaflet thrombosis. Whether HALT affects left ventricular (LV) reverse remodeling, a favorable effect of LV afterload reduction after transcatheter aortic valve implantation (TAVI) is unknown. The aim of this study was to examine the association of HALT after TAVI with LV reverse remodeling. In this multicenter case–control study, patients with HALT on MDCT were identified, and patients without HALT were propensity matched for valve type and size, LV ejection fraction (LVEF), sex, age and time of scan. LV dimensions and function were assessed by transthoracic echocardiography before and 12 months after TAVI. Clinical outcomes (stroke or transient ischemic attack, heart failure hospitalization, new-onset atrial fibrillation, all-cause mortality) were recorded. 106 patients (age 81 ± 7 years, 55% male) with MDCT performed 37 days [IQR 32–52] after TAVI were analyzed (53 patients with HALT and 53 matched controls). Before TAVI, all echocardiographic parameters were similar between the groups. At 12 months follow-up, patients with and without HALT showed a significant reduction in LV end-diastolic volume, LV end-systolic volume and LV mass index (from 125 ± 37 to 105 ± 46 g/m2, p = 0.001 and from 127 ± 35 to 101 ± 27 g/m2, p < 0.001, respectively, p for interaction = 0.48). Moreover, LVEF improved significantly in both groups. In addition, clinical outcomes were not statistically different. Improvement in LVEF and LV reverse remodeling at 12 months after TAVI were not limited by HALT.


Cardiology ◽  
2020 ◽  
Vol 145 (7) ◽  
pp. 428-438
Author(s):  
Ankur Sethi ◽  
Vamsi Kodumuri ◽  
Vinoy Prasad ◽  
Ashok Chaudhary ◽  
James Coromilas ◽  
...  

Background: Mitral regurgitation (MR) is commonly encountered in patients with severe aortic stenosis (AS). However, its independent impact on mortality in patients undergoing transcatheter aortic valve implantation (TAVI) has not been established. Methods: We performed a systematic search for studies reporting characteristics and outcome of patients with and without significant MR and/or adjusted mortality associated with MR post-TAVI. We conducted a meta-analysis of quantitative data. Results: Seventeen studies with 20,717 patients compared outcomes and group characteristics. Twenty-one studies with 32,257 patients reported adjusted odds of mortality associated with MR. Patients with MR were older, had a higher Society of Thoracic Surgeons score, lower left ventricular ejection fraction, a higher incidence of prior myocardial infarction, atrial fibrillation, and a trend towards higher NYHA class III/IV, but had similar mean gradient, gender, and chronic kidney disease. The MR patients had a higher unadjusted short-term (RR = 1.46, 95% CI 1.30–1.65) and long-term mortality (RR = 1.40, 95% CI 1.18–1.65). However, 16 of 21 studies with 27,777 patients found no association between MR and mortality after adjusting for baseline variables. In greater than half of the patients (0.56, 95% CI 0.45–0.66) MR improved by at least one grade following TAVI. Conclusion: The patients with MR undergoing TAVI have a higher burden of risk factors which can independently impact mortality. There is a lack of robust evidence supporting an increased mortality in MR patients, after adjusting for other compounding variables. MR tends to improve in the majority of patients post-TAVI.


2021 ◽  
Vol 11 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Tsung-Yu Ko ◽  
Hsien-Li Kao ◽  
Ying-Ju Liu ◽  
Chih-Fan Yeh ◽  
Ching-Chang Huang ◽  
...  

AbstractOur study aimed to compare the difference of LV mass regression and remodeling in regard of conduction disturbances (CD) following transcatheter aortic valve replacement (TAVR). A prospective analysis of 152 consecutive TAVR patients was performed. 53 patients (34.9%) had CD following TAVR, including 30 (19.7%) permanent pacemaker implantation and 23 (15.2%) new left bundle branch block. In 123 patients with 1-year follow-up, significant improvement of LV ejection fraction (LVEF) (baseline vs 12-month: 65.1 ± 13.2 vs 68.7 ± 9.1, P = 0.017) and reduced LV end-systolic volume (LVESV) (39.8 ± 25.8 vs 34.3 ± 17.1, P = 0.011) was found in non-CD group (N = 85), but not in CD group (N = 38). Both groups had significant decrease in LV mass index (baseline vs 12-month: 148.6 ± 36.9 vs. 136.4 ± 34.7 in CD group, p = 0.023; 153.0 ± 50.5 vs. 125.6 ± 35.1 in non-CD group, p < 0.0001). In 46 patients with 3-year follow-up, only non-CD patients (N = 28) had statistically significant decrease in LV mass index (Baseline vs 36-month: 180.8 ± 58.8 vs 129.8 ± 39.1, p = 0.0001). Our study showed the improvement of LV systolic function, reduced LVESV and LV mass regression at 1 year could be observed in patients without CD after TAVR. Sustained LV mass regression within 3-year was found only in patients without CD.


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