Pune: Medicover Hospitals, Pune recently carried out a Transcatheter Aortic Valve Implantation (TAVI) on an elderly, high-risk patient afflicted with severe aortic valve stenosis, a first for the city in advanced cardiac care.
Aortic valve stenosis, a degenerative illness that is prevalent among elderly patients, is caused by the narrowing and calcification of the valve, resulting in chest pain, shortness of breath, and fatigue. If left untreated, it can result in heart failure or sudden cardiac death. The conventional treatment is open-heart surgery (SAVR), but it poses a high risk for older patients with multiple comorbidities.
The patient, Mrs. Rana, in this case presented with advanced age, diabetes, hypertension, asthma, and obesity, rendering her unsuitable for open-heart surgery. Following assessment by a multidisciplinary team, TAVI was selected as the best and safest option.
The procedure was performed through the femoral artery using conscious sedation, avoiding sternotomy or general anesthesia. The procedure was expertly led by Dr. Sonam Shinde, Interventional Cardiologist, with cardiac stability ensured by Dr. Prashant Shinde under the guidance of Dr. Manik Chopra and assisted by the experienced Cath Lab team. The valve was implanted successfully, and imaging was used to ensure correct positioning and function.
The patient was stable throughout the procedure, started walking within 24 hours, and was discharged on the fourth day. She is now back to normal activities with better cardiac performance and relief of symptoms.
Talking about the success, Dr. Sonam Shinde stated, “TAVI has changed the way high-risk patients are treated, providing them with a safer option than open-heart surgery.” Continuing, Dr. Prashant Shinde stated, “This case is a testament to teamwork and precision. To see our patient recover so rapidly is a great reward.”
This successful case is a testament to Medicover Hospitals, Pune’s dedication to providing world-class cardiac care through cutting-edge technology and superior teamwork.
