Lucknow, Feb 25 (IANS) – An 85-year-old woman, suffering from severe Aortic stenosis, underwent a life-saving Trans-catheter Aortic Valve Implantation/Replacement (TAVI/TAVR) procedure at Lari Cardiology, King George’s Medical University (KGMU) in Lucknow. Prof Sharad Chandra successfully performed the procedure, improving the patient’s heart function and reducing severe symptoms.
Prof Sharad Chandra revealed that the patient had been experiencing recurrent fainting and breathlessness due to severe Aortic stenosis and severe mitral regurgitation with only 30% heart function. Despite seeking treatment at various hospitals, surgery was denied due to high risks. Traditional open-heart surgery was not an option, so TAVI/TAVR was chosen as a safer alternative for high-risk patients.
Utilizing a balloon-expandable valve, the TAVI procedure was successfully performed by Prof Sharad Chandra and his team at KGMU. The patient was discharged within three days and able to resume normal activities without any symptoms. Within a month, the patient’s heart function improved to over 50% and severe mitral regurgitation reduced to mild within three months.
This successful outcome showcases the effectiveness of TAVI in treating severe Aortic stenosis and highlights the importance of advancements in cardiac intervention for high-risk patients. Prof Sharad Chandra expressed hope that this procedure offers a ray of hope to other patients facing similar complex cardiac conditions, emphasizing the need for continued advancements in the field.
The case of the 85-year-old woman at KGMU exemplifies how innovative procedures like TAVI/TAVR can provide life-saving options for patients with severe cardiac conditions. With the successful outcome of this procedure, many high-risk patients may find hope in the advancements of cardiac interventions available at leading medical institutions like KGMU.
