Medical Marvel: Triple Life-saving Heart Surgeries Performed in One Go

In a groundbreaking medical achievement, a 72-year-old man from Tamil Nadu underwent a rare and complex triple surgery at Kauvery Hospital. The patient, suffering from breathing difficulties due to severe cardiac and vascular issues, required immediate intervention to prevent life-threatening complications.

The comprehensive procedure addressed three critical conditions: severe aortic valve stenosis, mild aortic valve regurgitation, and significant blockages in major coronary arteries and the left internal carotid artery. Under normal circumstances, these conditions would necessitate multiple surgeries, but due to the patient's critical status, the medical team opted for a single, extensive operation.

Led by Dr. Murugu Sundara Pandian, Senior Consultant & Cardiothoracic Surgeon, the surgery involved carotid artery blockage removal, aortic valve replacement, and coronary artery bypass. Their success highlights the leaps in cardiac surgery, as Dr. Pandian remarked on the capability to restore heart function and circulation, enhancing the patient's quality of life.

(With inputs from agencies.)