Udaipur, March 20 (Udaipur Kiran): The Cardiology Department of Pacific Institute of Medical Sciences (PIMS), Umarda, has successfully treated a 14-year-old child suffering from a heart condition using the Balloon Mitral Valvotomy (BMV) technique.
PIMS Chairman Ashish Agarwal informed that the treatment was carried out free of cost under the Bhamashah scheme.
Head of Cardiology, Dr. Mahesh Jain, said the child was diagnosed with rheumatic heart disease, with a severely narrowed mitral valve. After detailed examination, the team opted for the advanced Balloon Mitral Valvotomy (BMV) technique instead of conventional open-heart surgery, considering the associated risks and complexities.
The minimally invasive procedure was successfully performed by Dr. Mahesh Jain and his team. Cardiac anaesthetist Dr. Vipin Sisodiya and CTVS surgeon Dr. Vivek Rawat played important roles in the treatment.
Following the procedure, the child’s condition improved, with better blood flow and quicker recovery compared to traditional surgery.
What is BMV Technique?
Dr. Jain explained that Balloon Mitral Valvotomy is a minimally invasive procedure in which a special balloon catheter is used to gradually widen the narrowed mitral valve, allowing normal blood flow. The technique is particularly effective in patients suffering from rheumatic heart disease and offers lower risk and faster recovery compared to open-heart surgery.
He added that the BMV technique can prove beneficial for many patients in the future, especially those who want to avoid or are not suitable for open-heart surgery.
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