Which artery closure method is safer after TAVR? new study has answers
NCT ID NCT06983938
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study tested two different methods of closing the main leg artery after a minimally invasive heart valve replacement (TAVR). One method used two small stitch-like devices, the other used one stitch device plus a plug. The goal was to see which approach caused fewer bleeding or blood vessel problems. The study involved 92 adults and was completed at a single center.
What this could mean
Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.
What this could lead to
If one method proves safer, it could become the preferred way to close the artery after TAVR, reducing complications.
What could go wrong
This is a small, single-center study with only 92 participants, so results may not apply to all hospitals or patients. It compares two existing techniques, not a new breakthrough.
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Locations
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Baylor Scott & White The Heart Hospital - Plano
Plano, Texas, 75093, United States