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8 Jul

Transcatheter Tricuspid Valve Intervention: What Physicians Should Know About TEER and TTVR

For many years, the tricuspid valve was often referred to as the “forgotten valve” of the heart. While aortic and mitral valve diseases received major attention in structural heart disease, tricuspid regurgitation was frequently diagnosed late and managed mainly with medications, especially in elderly or high-risk patients. Today, this approach is changing. With the […]

26 Jun

MitraClip / TEER for Leaky Mitral Valve: Minimally Invasive Treatment for Mitral Regurgitation in India

Breathlessness is not always because of lung disease. Tiredness is not always due to age. Swelling in the legs, difficulty lying flat, repeated hospital visits for heart failure, or unexplained fatigue can sometimes point to a leaky mitral valve, medically known as mitral regurgitation. In mitral regurgitation, the mitral valve does not close properly, allowing […]

16 Jun

Can an 80+ or 90+ Year Old Patient Undergo TAVR Safely?

For many Indian families, the moment they hear that an elderly parent or grandparent has a “severe heart valve narrowing,” the first worry is usually this: “At this age, can they safely undergo treatment?” This question becomes even more emotional when the patient is 80, 85, 90, or older. Traditionally, many elderly patients with severe […]

21 May

When the Heart Is Weak, Treatment Needs Strength: Advanced Interventions for Patients with Very Poor Heart Function

For many patients, the words “your heart function is very poor” feel frightening. They may think treatment options are limited. Some are told they are “high-risk.” Some are afraid of angioplasty, pacemakers, rhythm procedures, or any heart intervention because they believe their heart may not tolerate it. But modern cardiology has changed the way we […]

13 May

India’s First Dedicated TAVR/TAVI for Pure Aortic Regurgitation: A Landmark Heart Team Achievement

I am extremely happy to share a very special and fulfilling milestone in my journey in structural heart interventions. I was privileged to be part of the heart team that successfully performed India’s first dedicated TAVR/TAVI for pure Aortic Regurgitation. This was not just another valve procedure. It was a landmark moment because pure Aortic […]

7 May

Stentless PCI vs Stent Angioplasty: Understanding the Right Treatment for Heart Blockages | Dr. A B Gopalamurugan

For decades, stent angioplasty has been one of the most widely used treatments for blocked heart arteries. During angioplasty, a narrowed coronary artery is opened to restore blood flow to the heart. In many cases, a small metal mesh tube called a stent is placed inside the artery to keep it open. Modern drug-eluting stents […]

1 May

Who Is the Right Candidate for Stentless PCI? Patient Selection Guide

For many years, coronary angioplasty has been closely associated with stent placement. When a heart artery becomes narrowed or blocked, doctors often open the artery using balloon angioplasty and place a metallic stent to keep the vessel open. Stents have saved millions of lives and remain an important part of modern interventional cardiology. However, not […]

22 Apr

Drug Coated Balloon Angioplasty: A Smarter Stent-Free Option in Selected Heart Patients? | Dr. A B Gopalamurugan

When most people hear the word angioplasty, they immediately think of a stent. That is understandable, because stents have become one of the most common and effective ways to treat narrowed coronary arteries. But modern interventional cardiology is evolving, and in selected patients, treatment may sometimes be possible without leaving a permanent metal implant behind. […]

18 Apr

Angioplasty Without Stent: Is It Really Possible? | Dr. A B Gopalamurugan

When patients hear the word angioplasty, they almost automatically think of a stent. In fact, one of the most common questions patients ask is:Can angioplasty be done without stent? The answer is yes — in selected cases, it is possible. But this is also where the discussion becomes more important and more nuanced. Just because […]

28 Feb

Your Heart Deserves the Best: How to Find the Right Cardiac Hospital in Chennai

When it comes to heart health, choosing the right cardiac hospital is one of the most important decisions you can make. Instead of only searching for the “highest-rated” hospital, it is important to look at specific factors that directly affect the quality of care and your treatment outcome. If you are looking for the best […]

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