Centre De Recherche De L'institut Universitaire De Cardiologie Et De Pneumologie De Quebec

This study tests whether 8 weeks of a blood thinner (DOAC) or antiplatelet medication works better to prevent clots on a device placed in the heart's left atrial appendage. The device is used to reduce stroke risk in people with atrial fibrillation. The trial involves 510 adults …

This study compares two types of replacement heart valves placed through a thin tube (TAVI) in people whose surgically implanted aortic valves are small (23mm or less) and no longer working well. The goal is to see which device leads to fewer problems like high pressure across th…

This study compares two ways to replace a narrowed heart valve in patients 65 and older: a less invasive catheter-based method (TAVR) versus open-heart surgery (SAVR). The goal is to see which approach works better for people with small valve openings. About 300 participants will…

This study looks at people with severe aortic stenosis who are scheduled for a TAVI procedure. Researchers use a portable heart monitor for at least a week before the procedure to find hidden heart rhythm problems that might otherwise go unnoticed. The goal is to see if catching …