Excelsior Correspondent
JAMMU, Nov 27: Shri Mata Vaishno Devi (SMVD) Narayana Superspeciality Hospital, Katra has achieved a groundbreaking milestone by performing Jammu and Kashmir’s first-ever combined Coronary Artery Bypass Grafting (CABG) and Carotid Endarterectomy (CEA) surgery.
This landmark procedure, performed on 74-year-old patient Raj Singh, demonstrates the Hospital’s expertise in managing complex, high-risk cases requiring exceptional multidisciplinary coordination and advanced post-operative care.
The patient Raj Singh was presented with episodes of unconsciousness and dizziness and was admitted to the Neurology Department. Following a diagnosis of Cerebrovascular Accident (CVA), a CECT of the head and neck revealed bilateral carotid artery stenosis, while coronary angiography showed double vessel disease. Given the critical nature of his condition, the medical team planned a combined surgical approach to address both cardiac and neurovascular conditions.
The patient underwent CABG alongside right carotid endarterectomy. The surgery, led by Dr Vinod Bhan, Senior Consultant Cardiac Surgery, and Dr Romil Dutt, Consultant Cardiac Surgery, was supported by the Cardiac Anaesthesia team comprising Dr Pankaj Kumar Gupta and Dr Veenakshi. The procedure was completed successfully, and the patient was extubated the next day. After an uneventful recovery, he was discharged on 7th day. At his first follow-up recently, the patient reported no complaints and is in stable condition.
Dr M M Mathavan, Facility Director at SMVD Narayana Superspeciality Hospital said, “This milestone reflects the Hospital’s commitment to delivering cutting-edge healthcare to the region. It would not have been possible without the team’s expertise and the continued support of the Shrine Board”.
Dr Yashpal Sharma, Executive Director of SMVD Institute of Medical Excellence, remarked, “This achievement highlights the Hospital’s ability to perform high-risk, advanced procedures that require expertise, precision, and multidisciplinary care. The vision and support of the Shrine Board have been instrumental in making Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Narayana Superspeciality Hospital a leader in advanced healthcare in J&K.”
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