By employing the Harmony Transcatheter Pulmonary Valve (TPV) technology to successfully complete two pulmonary valve replacements, Amrita Hospital in Faridabad has reached a noteworthy milestone in the provision of cardiac care. Treating patients with Tetralogy of Fallot, a congenital heart ailment that affects a considerable number of newborns worldwide, has advanced dramatically because to this novel method.
If untreated, tetralogy of Fallot, an uncommon but serious birth condition, can cause cyanosis and oxygen deprivation, which can be fatal. Patients with this condition often struggle with growing pulmonary valve leakage, which can eventually result in damage to the heart muscle and other consequences. The Harmony TPV system is a non-invasive alternative to open cardiac surgery that promises effective valve replacement without requiring numerous surgical operations.
Head of Pediatric Cardiology at Amrita Hospital in Faridabad, Dr. S Radhakrishnan, emphasized the seriousness of Tetralogy of Fallot and its high incidence. Cyanosis can usually be resolved with corrective surgery, allowing patients to resume normal lives. But with time, the effects of valve leakage can cause symptoms like exhaustion and dyspnea, which calls for novel remedies like the Harmony valve.
The Harmony TPV system is a major advancement in cardiac care. The defective valve is replaced during a two-hour minimally invasive operation that is accessed through the patient’s leg vein. With this method, open cardiac surgery is not necessary, which leads to a quick recovery and less scarring. The efficacy of this cutting-edge treatment option was demonstrated by the smooth surgeries and two-day discharge of patients undergoing this procedure at Amrita Hospital.
Following the treatment, routine check-ups are essential for tracking patients’ progress and guaranteeing the best possible recovery. The first check-ups are planned one month after the treatment, and then there are regular six-month intervals and annual check-ups after that. Amrita Hospital stresses the significance of post-surgical care.
The triumph of Amrita Hospital’s Harmony TPV operations emphasizes not just their proficiency in heart treatment but also the capacity of cutting-edge technologies to transform healthcare results. With this accomplishment, the hospital is positioned as a pioneer in the delivery of state-of-the-art care for congenital cardiac disorders, giving patients with Tetralogy of Fallot and related cardiac issues hope and a better quality of life.
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ECONOMIC TIMES
