Percutaneous Treatment of Left Side Cardiac Valves

Percutaneous aortic valve replacement and percutaneous mitral valve repair are emerging alternatives for high-risk patients with severe valve disease. Interventional cardiologists are faced with the challenge represented by these complex procedures. This practical guide specifically deals with a comprehensive knowledge of the techniques and approach to percutaneous treatment of left side cardiac valve disease and discusses the potential complications and expected or potential morbidity from the procedure. This book aims at providing interventional cardiologists with useful tips and tricks for percutaneous treatment of mitral and aortic valves in the light of recent advances. CONTENTS 1 Anatomy.- 2 Mitral Valve Disease.- 3 Aortic Valve Disease.- 4 Tips and Tricks and Management of Complications in Valvular Interventional Cardiology.- 5 Transcatheter Valve Treatment: Peri-procedural Management.- 6 Surgical Treatment of Mitral Regurgitation and Aortic Stenosis.