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I have had an aortic valve inserted. 9 years ago.... If I need to replace it future can I have a TVI to replace the artificial one ?

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Mitchum

If it's a mechanical valve it shouldn't need replacing. It's there for life hopefully.

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cappachina

as stated if mechanical you won't need one if not maybe, certainly all the new tissue valves can be replaced by TAVI not sure about a 9 year old one

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