Introduction: Mr. Pasupathy, a 53-year-old gentleman from Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, underwent a routine health check-up in July 2018, revealing four critical blocks in his heart blood vessels. His local cardiologist recommended early Coronary Artery Bypass Grafting (CABG), which was a shocking revelation for Mr. Pasupathy, given his prior good health. Concerned about the risks and recovery associated with traditional CABG, he began seeking alternatives to address his apprehensions.
Discovery of MICS at Apollo Hospitals: After weeks of research, Mr. Pasupathy discovered Apollo Hospitals in India, offering Minimally Invasive Cardiac Surgery (MICS) for CABG. Prompt responses to his inquiries via email addressed his concerns, and he was able to send his medical results to Chief Surgeon Dr. Sathyaki P. Nambala for evaluation. Following a positive assessment, Mr. Pasupathy decided to pursue surgery at Apollo Hospitals.
Consultation and Procedure: Upon arrival at Apollo, Mr. Pasupathy met with Dr. Sathyaki, who recommended arterial bypass surgery over venous bypass considering his age. The advantages of arterial bypass, particularly graft patency, were explained to him. The surgery proceeded smoothly without any complications, and Mr. Pasupathy was pleasantly surprised to find himself sitting up and having breakfast the day after the surgery. Remarkably, he was discharged just two days post-surgery, highlighting the swift recovery associated with MICS.
Recovery and Follow-up: Following discharge, Mr. Pasupathy chose to remain in Bangalore for leisure and his scheduled follow-up check-up a week later. Within two days of returning home, he felt rejuvenated enough to resume his work, feeling like a new man.
Conclusion: Mr. Pasupathy’s journey exemplifies the transformative impact of Minimally Invasive Cardiac Surgery (MICS) in addressing complex heart conditions with minimal disruption to patients’ lives. His positive experience underscores the effectiveness of MICS in providing swift recovery and improved outcomes, allowing individuals like Mr. Pasupathy to regain their health and vitality with gratitude towards the skilled medical team at Apollo Hospitals, particularly Dr. Sathyaki and his team.
