A Review of the Incidence and Management of NewOnset Atrial Fibrillation Post Transcatheter Aortic Valve Implantation |Biomedgrid

Transcatheter Aortic Valve Implantation (TAVI) is an established treatment option for patients with aortic stenosis who are considered highrisk for surgical valve replacement. New-onset atrial fibrillation (NOAF) is a serious adverse event post TAVI that is predictive of poor outcomes and whose pathophysiology remains unclear. The incidence of NOAF post-TAVI has a reportedly broad range depending on the study but has been correlated to procedure approach, choice of valve, and the use of general anesthesia. While surgical aortic valve replacement (SAVR) has traditionally been the preferred treatment for aortic stenosis, recent studies have demonstrated the benefits of expanding TAVI into a larger patient population. Additionally, the management of NOAF post-TAVI remains highly variable. This review paper aims to summarize the incidence of NOAF and to outline management strategies.