Aortic Stenosis: Diagnosis and Clinical Management

Dear Colleagues,

Topic Background and History:
Aortic stenosis (AS) is one of the most common and serious valvular heart diseases, particularly among the aging population. Historically, surgical aortic valve replacement (SAVR) was the gold standard for treatment. However, over the past two decades, advancements in diagnostic imaging, minimally invasive techniques, and transcatheter aortic valve replacement (TAVR) have revolutionized the management of AS. Despite these innovations, challenges remain in early diagnosis, risk stratification, and optimizing treatment strategies for diverse patient populations.

Aim and Scope of this Special Issue:
This Special Issue of Medicina aims to provide a comprehensive exploration of the latest advancements in the diagnosis, clinical management, and treatment of aortic stenosis. It will serve as a platform for clinicians, researchers, and healthcare professionals to share cutting-edge research, discuss emerging therapies, and address unresolved challenges in the field. By fostering interdisciplinary collaboration, this Special Issue seeks to improve patient outcomes and refine clinical guidelines.

Cutting-Edge Research:
The Special Issue will highlight groundbreaking studies in areas such as advanced cardiovascular imaging (e.g., 3D echocardiography, cardiac MRI), novel biomarkers for early detection, and innovations in TAVR technology. Additionally, it will explore the role of artificial intelligence in risk prediction, the impact of multidisciplinary heart team approaches, and the long-term outcomes of emerging therapies.

What Kind of Papers We Are Soliciting:
We invite original research articles and review papers that contribute to the understanding and management of aortic stenosis, covering topics including but not limited to the following:

• Advances in diagnostic imaging and hemodynamic assessment;
• Comparative studies of TAVR vs. SAVR;
• Personalized medicine and risk stratification;
• Pathophysiology and progression of AS;
• Innovations in perioperative and postoperative care;
• Patient-centered outcomes and quality of life.

Dr. Tsung‐Ying Tsai
Guest Editor

Dr. Ali Aldujeli
Guest Editor Assistant

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• aortic stenosis
• echocardiography
• transcatheter aortic valve replacement (TAVR)
• surgical aortic valve replacement (SAVR)
• hemodynamics
• valvular heart disease
• cardiovascular imaging
• guideline-directed therapy
• prognosis
• multidisciplinary care