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For the first time ever, doctors have successfully replaced a heart valve through a small incision in the neck using robotic assistance, eliminating the need for a traditional open-chest surgery. (consultqd.clevelandclinic.org)

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[–] thisispiggy@lemmy.world 2 points 1 month ago

How does this compare to Tavr, which is already minimally invasive?