Cerebral Embolic Protection Devices during TAVI: A Meta-Analysis of 11,589 Patients With Trial Sequential Analysis

Document Type : Abstracts

Abstract

Transcatheter aortic valve implantation (TAVI) is associated with procedure-related stroke. Cerebral Embolic protection devices (CEPDs) are designed to reduce the risk of embolic debris reaching the brain; However, the evidence supporting their efficacy remains controversial.