Triple vessel bypass surgery done at MGMGH
Trichy: Mahatma Gandhi Memorial Govt Hospital in Trichy said on Wednesday it had successfully carried out a complex triple vessel bypass surgery on a 50-year-old man. Dean Dr M Kumaravel said at a press conference that this was the first time they operated on a patient with three blocked coronary arteries.
Tired of too many ads? go ad free now
Hospital authorities also confirmed the resumption of cardiac surgeries, which had been suspended since 2022 due to lack of in-house cardiothoracic surgeons. The recent coronary artery bypass surgery, performed last Thursday, was carried out by a private cardiothoracic surgeon hired under NHM (National Health Mission) guidelines. "We last did a double vessel bypass in 2022," the dean added. He said the patient is stable and was able to walk within three days of the procedure.
Authorities said the hospital has been performing more angiograms in recent years, and has upgraded several facilities, including echocardiogram unit. Responding to questions, Dr Kumaravel said the upcoming oncology block will be funded through PMJKV funds. A decision is pending on whether it will be located within the existing campus or at a new site. The installation of a PET scan centre is expected to begin by the last week of July.
It was also announced that the two non-functional lifts in the super-specialty block will be repaired using funds from MP Durai Vaiko and corporate social responsibility (CSR) contributions. Additionally, a new block, under construction at a cost of ₹110 crore and expected to accommodate 600 beds, is scheduled for completion by Nov. The MRI scan centre will now operate 24x7, reducing report turnaround time to three days, down from the seven to ten days earlier.
Try Our AI Features
Explore what Daily8 AI can do for you:
Comments
No comments yet...
Related Articles
The Hindu
13 hours ago
- The Hindu
Treatment of rare genetic disorder in 23-year-old woman prevents loss of vision and life
A 23-year-old Chennai resident was successfully treated at a city hospital for a rare and life-threatening condition—cortical venous thrombosis (CVT) with bilateral papilloedema—caused by hereditary hyperhomocysteinemia. A press release said that prompt intervention by the neurology team at Iswarya Hospital, OMR saved her vision and prevented a potentially fatal stroke. She presented with a severe headache and persistent vomiting, the release said. MRI revealed CVT, where clots obstruct brain venous drainage, raising intracranial pressure. Fundus examination confirmed bilateral papilloedema. Further testing identified hyperhomocysteinemia, a rare genetic disorder that significantly increases clotting risk in young people. To relieve pressure, doctors performed a lumboperitoneal (LP) shunt surgery using a programmable valve typically reserved for brain shunts. The three-hour surgery was successful, with post-op imaging showing improvement. She was discharged in stable condition, the release added. Balasubramaniam, Senior Consultant Neurologist, stressed the importance of fundus exams in young patients with persistent headaches to detect papilledema early.
&w=3840&q=100)
Business Standard
13 hours ago
- Business Standard
Delhi govt plans to roll out MRI, CT Scan services at state-run hospitals
Delhi Health Minister Pankaj Singh on Thursday said the government is planning to start MRI and CT scan services in state-run hospitals at subsidised rates to make it affordable for patients in need. According to the minister, the services are currently available only in LNJP and GB Pant hospitals. Talking to PTI, Singh said that the government is planning to start MRI and CT scan services in all state-run hospitals to make it affordable and accessible to all patients in need. "We are planning to float a tender," he said. He added that health is the key to developing the capital and ensuring a better future for its citizens. According to officials, the government plans to have PPP model and the patients might have to pay Rs 2,500 for the scans. The current cost of MRI and CT scans ranges from Rs 6,000 to Rs 10,000 in private facilities, depending on the version and technology used.
India Today
21 hours ago
- India Today
CT scan and MRI facilities to start soon in Delhi Government hospitals
Good news for people living in Delhi: The Delhi government is soon going to start CT scan and MRI facilities in its government hospitals. Health Minister Pankaj Singh has confirmed that the necessary process for launching these services is already day, thousands of patients visit government hospitals in Delhi for treatment. However, most of them face long delays in getting an MRI scan, which is crucial for diagnosing serious health issues. Currently, out of 36 government hospitals in the capital, only three hospitals, LNJP, GB Pant, and Indira Gandhi Hospital, offer MRI to this shortage, patients either wait for several months for their scan or pay a high price to get it done in private centres. To solve this problem, the Delhi government has decided to provide these facilities in more hospitals. MRI in 34 Hospitals, CT Scans in 12The government will now roll out MRI scan services in 34 hospitals and CT scan services in 12 hospitals. However, patients may have to pay up to Rs 2,400 for the scan. These services are likely to be provided under a Public-Private Partnership (PPP) model, which will help reduce the financial burden on comparison, private centres charge anywhere between Rs 5,000 and Rs 15,000 for an MRI to Health Minister Pankaj Singh, the availability of these services will not only make the treatment process faster but also provide much-needed relief to patients. In many cases, the patient's condition is critical, and an MRI is urgently needed. "But due to a lack of machines, treatment often gets delayed,' he MRI and CT Scans MatterMRI (Magnetic Resonance Imaging) is a modern and detailed diagnostic test that helps doctors understand the condition inside the body clearly. It is especially important in detecting serious illnesses like cancer and brain launched, this step by the Delhi government is expected to make healthcare more accessible, affordable, and efficient for ordinary people.
