A frightening complication after TAVI with Portico Valve: A case report of a “frozen” leaflet stuck in the opened position.

Abstract

A stuck leaflet is a rare complication of transcatheter aortic valve implantation (TAVI). It occurs when one of the leaflets in the implanted valve doesn’t open and close properly. This complication can lead to serious health problems, even death.

Keywords

• frozen leaflet
• tavi
• valve in valve
• aortic stenosis