Heinz Deschka

Dr. Heinz Deschka

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Academic Career Length

9Years (2018-Present)

(Calculated once Scilit publication data is synced: current year − year of first publication + 1)

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GKGerrit Kaleschke
Gerrit Kaleschke
FTFernando De Torres-Alba
Fernando De Torres-Alba
SMSven Martens
Sven Martens
HDHeinz Deschka
Heinz Deschka
Background/Objectives: Currently, the transfemoral approach is recognized as the primary method for accessing transcatheter aortic valve implantation (TAVI). However, alternative techniques are needed when the transfemoral access is not suitable. We proposed that a modified transaxillary approach through the distal left axillary artery is both viable and safe for conducting TAVI, potentially offering benefits for patients. Methods: From December 2018 to February 2024, a total of 24 patients (7 women, average age 77.9 ± 8 years) received TAVI using transaxillary access via the left axillary artery. The participants suffered from symptomatic severe aortic stenosis and were deemed TAVI candidates with iliofemoral anatomy unsuitable for a transfemoral route. The patient group displayed a high perioperative risk profile, with significant peripheral artery disease or severe obstructive infrarenal aortic conditions. The implantation of the aortic prosthesis was carried out through the left distal axillary artery. A balloon-expandable valve was used in every instance. Results: In the examined cohort, the 30-day mortality rate was 4.2%. A new pacemaker was necessary for four patients (16.7%). One case exhibited a new moderate neurological dysfunction. Additionally, one patient required surgical revision of the access point due to ischemia. Conclusions: Our findings indicate that transaxillary TAVI via the distal left axillary artery has yielded encouraging outcomes. This approach is practicable and safe, does not prolong the procedure, minimizes surgical trauma, ensures excellent access regardless of chest anatomy, and is sparing for the brachial plexus. As a single-center pilot study, our findings require confirmation in larger, prospective cohorts with extended follow-up to fully validate the safety and long-term efficacy of this technique.

25 April 2018 in Zeitschrift für Herz-,Thorax- und Gefäßchirurgie
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Heinz Deschka

5 May 2021 in Zeitschrift für Herz-,Thorax- und Gefäßchirurgie
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Heinz Deschka
HWHenryk Welp
Henryk Welp
JSJürgen Sindermann
Jürgen Sindermann
SMSven Martens
Sven Martens

20 August 2023 in JTCVS Techniques
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HDHeinz Deschka
Heinz Deschka
SOStefan Orwat
Stefan Orwat
SBSabine Bleiziffer
Sabine Bleiziffer
GKGerrit Kaleschke
Gerrit Kaleschke