Burden Comorbidities and Transcatheter Aortic Valve Implantation

Impact of Burden of Comorbidities on Health Related Quality of Life Six Months After Transcatheter Aortic Valve Implantation in Patients Aged 75 Years and Older.

The aim of the study is to determine whether the burden of comorbidities measured by CIRS-G (Cumulative Illness Rate Scale) is associated with a non-amelioration of the health related quality of life measured by questionnaire called "SF-36", six months after a transcatheter aortic valve replacement in older patients. During the comprehensive geriatric assessment realized before the valve implantation, the following data are recorded and their impact of the health related quality of life will also be analysed: comorbidity, age, depression, functional status, the cognitive impairment and malnutrition.

Inclusion Criteria:

• Patients aged 75 years and older
• Patients referred for a transcatheter aortic valve implantation
• Patients who have a comprehensive geriatric assessment realized during the three months before the valve implantation
• Patients who provide informed written consent

Exclusion Criteria:

• Patients who refuse the study
• Patients with a legal guardian