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Nurse TAVI Coordinator: Clinical Insights, Competence Management, and Future Directions

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  • Francesco Limonti,
  • Francesco Gravante,
  • Nicola Ramacciati
Francesco Limonti
Department of Biomedicine and Prevention, University of Rome Tor Vergata, Rome, Italy; Cardio-Toraco Vascular Department, A.O.U. Sant’Anna, Ferrara (Fe), Italy
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Francesco Gravante
Department of Anesthesia, Local Health Authority of Caserta, Caserta, Italy
Nicola Ramacciati
Department of Pharmacy, Health and Nutritional Sciences (DFSSN), University of Calabria, Rende, Italy
DOI: https://doi.org/10.36253/if-3367

Published 2025-05-06

Keywords

  • Transcatheter aortic valve replacement,
  • Tavi Coordinator,
  • Advanced Practice Nursing,
  • TAVI Nurse,
  • Nurse Practitioner,
  • Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement,
  • Aortic Stenosis
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Abstract

Severe aortic stenosis is an increasingly prevalent valvular condition due to population aging, associated with debilitating symptoms and high mortality when left untreated. Transcatheter aortic valve implantation (TAVI) has revolutioned the management of aortic valve disease by providing a minimally invasive alternative that reduces hospital stays and enhances clinical outcomes. In this context, the TAVI Nurse Coordinator plays a crucial role in overseeing the entire patient care pathway. This includes conducting comprehensive frailty assessments and educating both patients and caregivers during the preoperative phase, as well as managing postprocedural follow-up - ensuring seamless multidisciplinary coordination and personalized patient care.

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