Fig. 6
From: Imaging in Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement (TAVR): role of the radiologist
Transapical access using the Edwards SAPIEN THV. a Delivery device in situ with crimped device on balloon across the native aortic valve. a Left thoractomy is used to gain access to the left ventricular apex and the delivery catheter is advanced with a purse-string suture technique for haemostasis. b Expanded balloon with deployed aortic valve prosthesis in correct position. (Source: Edwards Lifesciences)