Adjuvant Radiation in Aortic Valvuloplasty - ARAVA
Adjuvant Radiation in Aortic Valvuloplasty - ARAVA
This study will examine the effect of external beam radiation therapy in the prevention of
 restenosis following successful balloon aortic valvuloplasty in severe, symptomatic aortic
 stenosis.
Inclusion Criteria:

 -  Severe Aortic Stenosis

 -  NYHA Class 2-4 CHF Symptoms

 -  Age > 75

 -  EuroSCORE > 7

 -  Prohibitively High Risk for Aortic Valve Replacement Surgery as Designated by a
 Cardiac Surgeon