Interventional Cardiology and Minimally Invasive Heart Treatments at ShardaCare – Healthcity

Interventional Cardiology is a cutting-edge field that utilises minimally invasive techniques to diagnose and treat heart and blood vessel diseases. These procedures avoid the need for open surgery or large incisions by using thin tubes called catheters, which are inserted through a small skin puncture. Guided by X-ray or Ultrasound imaging, these catheters navigate to the affected areas of the heart or blood vessels. This approach offers patients numerous benefits, including quicker recovery times, reduced pain, a lower risk of infection, and shorter hospital stays.

At ShardaCare – Healthcity, our team of skilled Interventional Cardiologists utilises advanced Cardiac Anaesthesia techniques and minimally invasive approaches to provide optimal care for patients with cardiac conditions. Our goal is to offer comprehensive, effective treatments that help patients recover swiftly while minimising the risks associated with traditional heart surgeries.

Interventional Cardiology at ShardaCare – Healthcity effectively addresses a range of heart conditions, including Coronary Artery Disease (CAD), Valvular Heart Disease, and Structural Heart Disease.

Coronary Artery Disease (CAD) occurs when the arteries that carry blood to the heart become narrowed or blocked, leading to symptoms such as chest pain or heart attacks. Valvular Heart Disease involves dysfunction of the heart valves, disrupting blood flow between the heart chambers and potentially causing fatigue, swelling, or heart failure. Structural Heart Disease includes abnormalities in the heart's shape or function, either congenital or acquired. Examples include Atrial Septal Defect (ASD), Ventricular Septal Defect (VSD), Patent Foramen Ovale (PFO), and Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy (HCM).

At ShardaCare – Healthcity, we offer a range of advanced, minimally invasive procedures in Interventional Cardiology to address these heart conditions. These include:

• Coronary Angiography: This procedure uses special dye and X-rays to visualise the heart's arteries and detect blockages or narrowing.
• Coronary Angioplasty and Stenting: A procedure where a balloon and stent are used to open blocked arteries and restore blood flow.
• Coronary Atherectomy and Rotablation: Devices are used to remove plaque that causes arterial blockages.
• Balloon Valvuloplasty: This procedure widens narrowed or stiff heart valves to improve heart function.
• Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement (TAVR): A minimally invasive procedure where an artificial valve is implanted via a catheter, without removing the old valve.
• Transcatheter Mitral Valve Repair (TMVR): This procedure involves clipping or suturing the mitral valve leaflets to reduce mitral regurgitation.
• Device Closure of ASD, VSD, and PFO: A device is placed via a catheter to seal defects in the heart chambers, preventing blood mixing.
• Alcohol Septal Ablation: Alcohol is injected into a coronary artery branch to shrink thickened heart muscle and relieve obstruction.
• Left Atrial Appendage Closure (LAAC): A device is placed via catheter to block the left atrial appendage, reducing the risk of stroke.

At ShardaCare – Healthcity, we combine Cardiac Anaesthesia expertise with Cardiothoracic & Vascular Surgery to offer a multidisciplinary approach to heart care. Our advanced techniques ensure optimal outcomes while providing patients with the safest, least invasive options for cardiac treatment.

We are dedicated to providing personalised care and ensuring that every patient receives the best treatment for their heart condition. Whether you require complex Cardiothoracic & Vascular Surgery or a simple catheter-based procedure, ShardaCare – Healthcity is your trusted partner in heart health.