Patent Foramen Ovale
Patent foramen ovale (PFO) is a common anatomic variant associated with intermittent right-to-left shunting. Transcatheter PFO closure has been proposed to address multiple clinical conditions including stroke, transient ischemic attack, migraine, and decompression illness.
Art Director: Jamie Sardo
Producer: Steven Taikina
Role: Art Direction, Illustration, Animation, Editing, Compositing
Atherosclerosis Cardiovascular Disease
Atherosclerosis is thickening or hardening of the arteries caused by a buildup of plaque in the inner lining of an artery. Risk factors may include high cholesterol and triglyceride levels, high blood pressure, smoking, diabetes, obesity, physical activity, and eating saturated fats.
Art Director: Jamie Sardo
Producer: Steven Taikina
Role: Art Direction, Illustration, Animation, Editing, Compositing
Transcatheter
Aortic Valve Replacement
Transcatheter aortic valve replacement (TAVR), is a minimally invasive procedure used to replace the aortic valve in patients with aortic valve stenosis. The aortic valve is a “one-way check valve” that allows blood to go from the left side of the heart to the brain and the rest of the body.
Art Director: Jamie Sardo
Producer: Steven Taikina
Role: Art Direction, Illustration, Animation, Editing, Compositing
