A medical team imported and modified the valve in a “world-first” and carried out pioneering keyhole surgery on Julia Butterworth’s heart in September 2024.

The 8-year data may hold value for TAVI—the newest Sapien valve uses the same tissue—but many other variables differ.

Where this device will fit in with other emerging options remains to be seen, but it might hold an advantage in large annuli.

China’s mechanical heart valves market is expected to hit $50m in 2033 amidst an increasing incidence of cardiovascular diseases.

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