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25 Sep

Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement (TAVR) in Chennai – Advanced Heart Valve Therapy by Dr. A.B. Gopalamurugan

For decades, patients diagnosed with severe aortic stenosis faced only one treatment option – open-heart valve replacement surgery. While effective, the procedure involved cutting open the chest, putting the patient on a heart-lung bypass machine, and a long recovery period. For elderly patients or those with multiple medical conditions, open-heart surgery often carried very high […]

25 Sep

Interventional Myotomy Using Electrosurgery for LVOT Obstruction – SESAME

Heart diseases are among the leading causes of morbidity and mortality worldwide, and India is no exception. While many cardiac conditions are treatable with medicines, stents, or surgery, some conditions require cutting-edge innovations. One such condition is Hypertrophic Obstructive Cardiomyopathy (HOCM), where the heart muscle becomes abnormally thickened, particularly the septum (the wall between the […]

1 Sep

Bicuspid TAVR (TAVI) in India: A Patient’s Complete Guide

Why this matters If you or a loved one has been told you have a bicuspid aortic valve (BAV) and now need treatment for aortic stenosis, you’ve probably come across the term TAVR (Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement, also called TAVI). In India, TAVR is no longer limited to a few metro hospitals—it’s becoming available at […]

12 Aug

A New Era in Heart Valve Replacement: India Welcomes the Motorised TAVR Delivery System

Introduction – A Game-Changer for Heart Valve Replacement in India Heart valve disease, particularly severe aortic stenosis, has long posed a significant health challenge in India. Traditionally, open-heart surgery was the gold standard for valve replacement, but not all patients—especially those with bicuspid aortic valves, high surgical risks, or multiple comorbidities—could undergo such an invasive […]

20 Jul

Revolutionizing Heart Care: Transcatheter Valve Replacement in India

In the realm of cardiac care, significant advancements have transformed the way we understand and treat heart conditions. A standout innovation is the Transcatheter Valve Replacement (TAVR), a minimally invasive procedure that is reshaping the future of heart valve surgery in India. Dr. A B Gopalamurugan, a pioneer in this field, shares insights into how […]

12 Jul

Understanding Heart Attack, Cardiac Arrest, and Heart Failure: Key Differences Explained

In the realm of cardiovascular health, terms like heart attack, cardiac arrest, and heart failure are often used interchangeably, leading to confusion. In this article, we delve into these conditions as explained by Dr. A B Gopalamurugan, a distinguished expert in interventional cardiology and electrophysiology. By understanding the nuances of each condition, we aim to […]

19 Jun

India’s First MITRIS Valve Replacement for Mitral Valve Failure – Performed by Dr. A B Gopalamurugan, Leading Valve Expert

In February 2022, Dr. A B Gopalamurugan, one of India’s best interventional cardiologists and valve specialists, successfully performed India’s first Mitral Valve Replacement using a MITRIS valve on a 38-year-old patient with advanced mitral valve failure. This cutting-edge valve technology is a game-changer — offering longer durability, eliminating the need for lifelong blood thinners, and […]

6 Jun

Mitral Valve Repair with TEER: Chennai Emerging as India’s Top Destination

Heart disease is changing — and so is how we treat it. One of the most promising breakthroughs for patients with leaking heart valves is Transcatheter Edge-to-Edge Repair (TEER) for Mitral Valve Repair. No longer do you need to undergo open-heart surgery to fix a leaking mitral valve. With TEER, patients can walk home within […]

5 Jun

Laser Angioplasty in India: Pioneered by Dr. A.B. Gopalamurugan in Chennai

Introduction: Redefining Heart Care in India Cardiovascular diseases remain the leading cause of mortality in India, and the need for advanced, minimally invasive treatments has never been greater. One such breakthrough in cardiac care is Laser Angioplasty—a technique that uses laser energy to open blocked coronary arteries, offering a safer and often more effective alternative […]

14 May

Chitra Hospitals Launches Cardiac Electrophysiology Super-Speciality at Rajapalayam, Cures 14-Year-Old Girl of Rare Heart Condition

Chitra Hospitals has launched a new Cardiac Electrophysiology super-speciality unit in Rajapalayam, successfully performing the region’s first heart electrical treatment (ablation) on a 14-year-old girl—completely curing her of a life-threatening heart rhythm disorder The young girl, who had been experiencing repeated episodes of extremely high heart rate reaching 250 beats per minute, had multiple hospital […]

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