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The Hindu
19-06-2025
- Health
- The Hindu
TEVAR procedure performed by cardiologists saves elderly man in Madurai hospital
A 70-year-old man, who was suffering from a life threatening bulge in the major artery of his chest - a thoracic aortic aneurysm - was successfully treated by a team of surgeons at the Meenakshi Super Speciality Hospital. Addressing a press conference here on Wednesday, cardiologist Sivakumar and team members said that the patient was in cardiogenic shock, a critical condition where the heart is unable to pump enough blood. A CT aortogram revealed that the aneurysm had ruptured into the oesophagus, making the situation extremely grave, he said. The doctors performed a minimally invasive procedure called Thoracic Endovascular Aortic Repair (TEVAR), placing a stent graft inside the damaged artery through a small puncture in the leg. The rupture was immediately sealed, leading to a remarkable recovery. The patient's blood pressure and kidney function improved significantly, and he was discharged with medication and is now doing well under close follow-up. In another patient, using the Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement (TAVR), a non-surgical method of replacing a severely narrowed aortic valve through a catheter-based approach, the team of surgeons successfully treated a 68-year-old man. The patient had severe narrowing of the aortic valve (aortic stenosis) and was admitted with congestive cardiac failure (CCF). He had biventricular dysfunction with a reduced heart pumping capacity (ejection fraction of 35%), kidney failure (AKI), ascites, and pulmonary hypertension. After evaluation and stabilisation with dialysis, the team performed TAVR, replacing the diseased valve through a small puncture in the groin. Once the new valve began to function, the patient showed rapid improvement in heart and kidney function. His liver condition also began to stabilise, and he was discharged in a stable condition. In recent times, the hospital had successfully performed Transcatheter Edge-to-Edge Repair (TEER), a technique that clips the leaking mitral valve to reduce mitral regurgitation without the need for open-heart surgery, for a 41-year-old male, Dr. Sivakumar added. Before the advent of structural interventions, surgeons had to do open-heart surgery, stopping the heart, and using a heart-lung machine to fix or replace valves or walls. Recovery was long and riskier. Today, these advances allow surgeons to treat heart problems through blood vessels using advanced imaging and tiny tools. The procedures offer faster recovery, less pain and new hope for elderly or high-risk patients who couldn't undergo traditional surgery. These high-risk structural interventions were performed by a multidisciplinary team including S. Selvamani, N. Ganesan, M. Sampath Kumar, Jeyapandiyan, Thomas Xavier, S. Kumar, R.M. Krishnan, Rajan, and Prabhu Kumarappan Chidambaram.
Time of India
12-06-2025
- Health
- Time of India
Rare op saves man with cardiac issue
1 2 3 Kolkata: A rare cardiac surgery at a private hospital saved the life of a 72-year-old man who had an 'aortic bulge'—a swelling or enlargement—in the major blood vessel (aorta) inside the chest. This bulge was dangerously close to key arteries that supply blood to the brain and arms, making the condition potentially life-threatening. This unusual condition, known as Ortner's Syndrome or Cardio-vocal syndrome, affects 1% to 3% of cardiac patients in India, making it one of the rarest cases. A Thoracic Endovascular Aneurysm Repair (TEVAR) procedure was performed to cure the bulge, called an aneurysm, which had pressed a nerve controlling the voice box, causing the patient's voice to become hoarse. Rabindra Kumar Sarkar, the patient, who is also diabetic and hypertensive, was wheeled into Manipal Hospital Dhakuria on May 25 with chest pain and a hoarse voice. While doctors found the second symptom unusual, a CT aortography was conducted, revealing the rare bulge. It was decided that a TEVAR would be performed to treat the bulge. "This case was difficult as the aneurysm was found in a very tricky spot, just next to the left subclavian artery (the major blood vessel that supplies blood to the upper limbs, as well as parts of the neck and head) in the descending thoracic aorta, which is a sensitive area, close to major arteries that supply blood to the brain and arms," said Kaushik Mukherjee, head of Cardiothoracic and Vascular Surgery (CTVS), who supervised the procedure along with Shubhabrata Banerjee, consultant vascular surgeon. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Преносими лазерни заваръчни пистолети, 50% отстъпка LYH Купете сега Undo Despite the high-risk location, the clinicians successfully deployed a stent graft without open-heart surgery or additional bypass. The aneurysm was sealed, and critical vessels remained untouched. The patient underwent the surgery on May 26 and was discharged within two days. The patient said he consulted several physicians, including an ENT specialist, but none could treat the hoarseness of his voice. " Follow more information on Air India plane crash in Ahmedabad here . Get real-time live updates on rescue operations and check full list of passengers onboard AI 171 .
Muscat Daily
12-05-2025
- Health
- Muscat Daily
First ever complex TEVAR surgery in private hospital saves life of road accident victim
Muscat – A seat belt is always a lifesaving mechanism. With the experience of a complex life threating operation, doctors from Muscat Private Hospital (MPH) urged all, even at back seats, to sport seat belts. This ensures the impact due to an accident to be less and thus have less sudden effect on the heart and lungs. Mumtaz Ahmed (a Pakistani national) critically injured in a severe car crash on April 25 in Kalba, Musandam, was initially treated at a government hospital. Despite stabilising efforts, a serious tear in the aorta near his heart, coupled with rib and spine fractures and liver damage, made his condition life-threatening. Due to overcrowded emergency cases in the government sector, he was shifted to Muscat Private Hospital. A 12-member team of experts from Muscat Private Hospital performed a highly complex and life-saving vascular procedure for hours called TEVAR (Thoracic Endovascular Aortic Repair)—on a 38-year-old road accident victim recently. The complex operation involved teamwork involving the Cathlab, ICU, OT nurses and multiple departments including anesthesia, radiology and administration. This marks the first time the procedure has been performed in a private hospital in the country, showcasing advanced medical capabilities and swift emergency response. Dr Ahmed Salim Mohammed al Aufi, Consultant Vascular and Trauma Surgeon, led the multidisciplinary team in performing the TEVAR procedure on May 3. He said, 'The operation was delicate and critical, but successful. The patient is stable, conscious, and responding well to physiotherapy. This case also highlights the importance of wearing seatbelts in both front and back seats. He had to put stem of 12mm to stop the blood clotting.' He has severe complications including high blood pressure but we had all our resources to help him out of the danger. Dr Raymond Elias, Medical Director, added, 'This is a significant moment for Oman's private healthcare. The TEVAR case demonstrates not just medical innovation but commitment to saving lives.' He also called for people to wear always seat belts so that the impact gets less. Dr Zahra Ghanim Ahmed, Dr Amr Hassan, and CEO Hassan al Lawati also played key roles in the operation and coordination. Lawait said, 'This is a perfect example of Public-Private Partnership in healthcare, aligning with Oman Vision 2040. We don't compete—we complete each other in service of the nation. Behind every success are unsung heroes—our nurses, technicians, ambulance and lab teams.'
Observer
10-05-2025
- Health
- Observer
Omani becomes first doctor to perform rare Surgery in the region
An Omani doctor and his team have become the first in the region to perform a highly critical and rare surgery on a road accident victim who had a narrow escape in a head on collision in the Wilayat of Khasab two weeks ago. Dr Ahmed Salim Mohammed al Aufi, Consultant Vascular and Trauma Surgery at the Muscat Private Hospital, carried out a vascular procedure — TEVAR (Thoracic Endovascular Aortic Repair) — successfully on May 03 which helped him live a better life after the accident that claimed the life of another passenger inside the ill-fated car that met with the accident. Termed as the first ever in a private hospital in Oman, this medical breakthrough showcases cutting-edge expertise, advanced technology and unwavering commitment to patient care in the private sector. "We are glad to announce that the TEVAR procedure was successfully performed on a critically injured patient, for the first time in the private hospitals in Oman. The patient, a 38-year-old male, was brought to us after a serious road traffic accident that occurred on April 25. He sustained multiple injuries, including rib and spine fractures, a liver injury and most critically, a serious tear in the main blood vessel (aorta) near the heart — a condition that is often fatal if not treated immediately," said Raymond Elias, Medical Director. Mumtaz Ahmed was involved in a serious car crash on April 25, in the Wilayat of Khasab, Musandam Governorate following which he was taken to nearby Government Hospital, where doctors checked his condition and ran detailed scans. They found he had multiple injuries, including broken ribs, a fractured spine, a liver injury and a dangerous tear in a major blood vessel near his heart. To keep his blood pressure under control, he was admitted to the Intensive Care Unit (ICU), where he received special medication. Doctors initially tried to transfer him to Government Hospital, which has advanced vascular treatment facilities, but due to multiple emergencies, was unable to be shifted. After discussing with the authorities at the hospital, they explored private healthcare options and decided to move Mumtaz to Muscat Private Hospital, in the Wilayat of Bausher, ensuring he received the best possible care. Dr Ahmed al Aufi carried out the minimally invasive Thoracic Endovascular Aortic Repair (TEVAR) procedure on May 3 that involved inserting a stent through the blood vessels to repair the torn aorta. This delicate operation was performed with great precision by its multidisciplinary medical team. "It is a significant milestone in Oman's private healthcare sector and a major medical achievement at Muscat Private Hospital. The procedure of the highly complex and life-saving vascular procedure TEVAR Case was a complete success and the patient is now recovering well. He is conscious, stable and undergoing physiotherapy. He is expected to be discharged by the end of this week after routine follow-up scans," said Dr Al Aufi. 'It is the result of the collaboration and coordination between government and private hospitals as well as among various departments within us which worked as a team in making it a success which thrives to align our activities towards Oman Vision 2040,' said Hassan al Lawati, the CEO.
Time of India
07-05-2025
- Health
- Time of India
SSKM docs pull off rare stent grafting op, a first in E India
Kolkata: Doctors at the state-run IPGMER (Institute of Post Graduate Medical Education and Research) pulled off a medical feat by deploying an unusual route for stent grafting on a 66-year-old patient with a condition called aortic dissection .The medical team is preparing to present this case in medical journals as the first of its kind, at least in eastern India. This procedure, which costs around 20 lakhs in private hospitals, was entirely funded by the state patient, Shahamina Bibi, came with complaints of chest pain and was detected with aortic dissection, where there is a tear in the inner layer of the aorta's wall. This allows blood to flow between the aorta's layers, causing them to separate and compromising the blood flow to vital organs. It can trigger complications like aortic rupture or cardiac stent grafting via a small incision in the groin is the standard treatment, doctors found that the patient's femoral artery was too narrow. A cardiology team led by Saroj Mandal, with senior resident Sayantan Panda and the CTVS team including Subhendu Mahapatra, came together for the procedure through an incision in the abdomen for the procedure known as TEVAR (Thoracic Endovascular Aortic Repair)."We conduct two to three procedures of stenting for aortic dissection every month. But in this case, the patient's femoral artery was too narrow, making this route highly risky," said Mandal. In this case, doctors accessed the aorta directly through an incision in the abdomen to deliver the stent graft for repairing the aneurysm in the thoracic aorta."In this particular case, we had to explore a different access path altogether via an incision on the abdomen to introduce the stent. We completed the procedure uneventfully," said Mahapatra. The patient is now recuperating well. The doctor team is writing a paper detailing the procedure with the aim of submitting it to a reputed journal.
