Exploring the synergies between focused ethnography and integrated knowledge translation.

Background: Issues with the uptake of research findings in applied health services research remain problematic. Part of this disconnect is attributed to the exclusion of knowledge users at the outset of a study, which often results in the generation of knowledge that is not usable at the point of care. Integrated knowledge translation blended with qualitative methodologies has the potential to address this issue by working alongside knowledge users throughout the research process.

Understanding experiences of undergoing transcatheter aortic valve implantation: one-year follow-up.

Background: Transcatheter aortic valve implantation (TAVI) is the treatment of choice for frail, older adults with severe symptomatic aortic stenosis. Although research about long-term clinical outcomes is emerging, there is limited evidence from the perspectives of patients and family caregivers on their perceived benefits and challenges after TAVI.

Aims: The aim of this study was to describe older adults and family caregivers' perspectives on undergoing TAVI at one year post-procedure.