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The Hindu
6 days ago
- Health
- The Hindu
Kauvery Hospital opens specialised HCM clinic at its facility in Vadapalani
Kauvery Hospital, Vadapalani, has launched a specialised Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy (HCM) Clinic offering comprehensive diagnosis and treatment for the condition in a single, integrated facility. HCM is a genetic heart disorder marked by abnormal thickening of the heart muscle, potentially leading to breathlessness, chest pain, fainting, or sudden cardiac death. Early identification and structured management are essential. The clinic provides full-spectrum services: genetic testing (including PGT-M), counselling, family screening, advanced imaging (MRI, echo), biomarker diagnostics, alcohol septal ablation (ASA), SESAME technology, electrophysiological studies, device implantation (pacemakers, ICDs), surgical options such as septal myectomy and mitral valve repair, and evaluation for heart transplantation in advanced cases. P. Manokar, senior interventional cardiologist, clinical lead, Heart Failure & Transplant Program at the Hospital , said, 'HCM requires tailored treatment. Our clinic enables early detection and coordinated management across all modalities.' Anbarasu Mohanraj, clinical lead – Cardiovascular Surgery, added, 'For cases not responding to medical therapy, surgical intervention is assessed through a multidisciplinary team.' Aravindan Selvaraj, executive director, said, 'By housing all services under one roof, we reduce delays and eliminate fragmented referrals. This model offers structured, evidence-based care for HCM patients.'
The Hindu
29-05-2025
- Health
- The Hindu
Hospital launches clinic for pulmonary hypertension
Kauvery Hospital, Vadapalani, has launched a first-of-its-kind Pulmonary Hypertension (PH) clinic under its Department of Cardiology. It is designed to offer comprehensive care, including medical, interventional and surgical evaluation and treatment, and follow-up for patients affected by PH. PH is a serious yet frequently underdiagnosed condition, particularly in children and high-risk adults. P. Manokar, Senior Interventional Cardiologist and Clinical Lead for the Heart Failure and Transplant Programme, described it as the 'neglected cousin' of systemic hypertension. 'It is a debilitating disease. Some patients can barely walk ten steps without severe breathlessness. In advanced stages, both the quality and duration of life are significantly reduced. For those with idiopathic PH, survival beyond two years can be challenging,' he said. At the launch, Anbarasu Mohanraj, Clinical Lead and Senior Consultant, Cardiovascular and Thoracic Surgery at the hospital, who is spearheading the clinic, stressed the importance of early diagnosis and coordinated care. 'The incidence of PH has not necessarily increased, but our ability to diagnose it has improved significantly over the last two decades. If left untreated, PH can lead to worsening heart function. This clinic adopts a multidisciplinary approach to ensure that every aspect of the patient's condition is addressed,' he said. Recently, three patients aged between 26 and 72, including a Central government employee and an international official, underwent successful Pulmonary Thromboendarterectomy surgeries at Kauvery Hospital within ten days, he added. The clinic will also treat rare conditions such as Chronic Thromboembolic Pulmonary Hypertension — a form of PH caused by long-standing blood clots in the pulmonary arteries.
