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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. […]
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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 […]
Read MoreWhen 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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In the last decade, interventional cardiology has evolved from being purely angiography-guided to precision-guided coronary intervention. While conventional angiography shows a 2D silhouette of the artery lumen, it does not reveal what is happening inside the vessel wall. That’s where Intravascular Imaging transforms decision-making. Two powerful technologies dominate this space: IVUS (Intravascular Ultrasound) OCT (Optical […]
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Mitral regurgitation (MR) is one of the most common valvular heart diseases worldwide. For decades, surgery was the only definitive solution. However, not all patients are ideal surgical candidates — especially elderly individuals, those with heart failure, or patients with multiple comorbidities. This is where Mitral TEER (Transcatheter Edge-to-Edge Repair) has transformed modern cardiology. Commonly […]
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Transcatheter Mitral Valve Replacement (TMVR) is steadily redefining how mitral valve disease is treated in India—especially for younger patients who wish to avoid the long-term limitations of mechanical valves. A landmark clinical case led by Dr A B Gopalamurugan highlights how advanced tissue valve technology, combined with expert clinical judgment, can transform outcomes and quality […]
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Tricuspid valve disease has long been called the forgotten valve problem of the heart. For many years, it was often managed only with medications, even when symptoms became severe. Today, advances in heart care have changed this approach. Transcatheter Tricuspid Valve Implantation offers a minimally invasive option for patients who previously had limited treatment choices. […]
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What Is Percutaneous Pulmonary Valve Implantation Percutaneous Pulmonary Valve Implantation is a modern heart procedure that allows doctors to replace a damaged pulmonary valve without open-heart surgery. The word percutaneous means the valve is placed through blood vessels, usually from the leg, instead of opening the chest. This procedure is especially helpful for patients who […]
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The heart beats more than 100,000 times a day. Behind this effortless rhythm lie four delicate valves—the aortic, mitral, tricuspid, and pulmonary—that open and close in perfect synchrony to guide the flow of blood. When these valves begin to narrow or leak, the heart’s workload rises silently. Over time, fatigue, shortness of breath, swelling of […]
Read MoreI presented this lecture at India CTO 2023 and in it I share my personal approach to complex lesion preparation — when to choose laser, rotablation, orbital atherectomy or intravascular lithotripsy. In this article I outline real-case examples, explain the rationale behind choosing one device over another, and provide practical procedural end points that guide […]
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April 22, 2026
Drug Coated Balloon Angioplasty: A Smarter Stent-Free Option in Selected Heart Patients? | Dr. A B Gopalamurugan
April 18, 2026
Angioplasty Without Stent: Is It Really Possible? | Dr. A B Gopalamurugan
Your Heart Deserves the Best: How to Find the Right Cardiac Hospital in Chennai
February 25, 2026
Intravascular Imaging (IVUS vs. OCT): A Detailed Guide for Modern Coronary Interventions
February 17, 2026
Mitral TEER (MitraClip) — Patient Selection is Everything
February 4, 2026
TMVR in India: Redefining Mitral Valve Care Under the Leadership of Dr A. B. Gopalamurugan