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How to Individualize Coronary Assessment and Revascularization in Severe AS Patients Undergoing TAVI in the Era of Lifetime Management?

Year: 2026

Type: article

Abstract: Coronary artery disease (CAD) often coexists with severe aortic stenosis (AS) in patients undergoing transcatheter aortic valve implantation (TAVI), posing a complex diagnostic and therapeutic challenge. As TAVI is increasingly used for younger, lower-risk patients, managing CAD is becoming a personalized, long-term clinical concern. This narrative review summarizes the current evidence on coronary assessment and revascularization strategies in individuals with severe AS. Invasive coronary angiography remains the leading method for anatomical coronary imaging, but coronary computed tomography angiography is emerging as a reliable alternative that may reduce unnecessary invasive procedures in certain patients. The routine performance of PCI before TAVI is under increasing scrutiny, and available data support a more selective approach based on lesion significance, CAD complexity, procedural timing, and anticipated need for future coronary access. Significant uncertainties remain concerning the physiological evaluation of lesions, the timing and completeness of revascularization, and the treatment of left main or multivessel disease. Additional phenotype-specific and longitudinal studies are needed to improve management algorithms for this population.

Source: Journal of Clinical Medicine

DOI: 10.3390/jcm15103671