Andhra patient flies to Manipal for advanced angioplasty, praised by Kolkata’s cardiac experts

Manipal Hospital in Udupi welcomed a patient from Andhra Pradesh seeking an elective coronary artery bypass achieved through advanced angioplasty techniques. The procedure, performed by a team of experienced cardiothoracic surgeons, employed state‑of‑the‑art imaging and stent technology to minimize complications and promote faster recovery.

While the patient’s primary referral came after consultants in Kolkata highlighted the hospital’s rising excellence in cardiac care, the decision was driven by the desire for the latest minimally invasive options. The Manipal team, which has been featured in multiple national medical journals, incorporates real‑time intravascular ultrasound (IVUS) and drug‑eluting stents to improve long‑term outcomes.

Post‑operative imaging showed a successful left coronary artery repair with no residual stenosis, and the patient is expected to return to routine activities within a week. The case underscores the growing collaboration between regional medical centres and demonstrates that individuals from across Karnataka and neighboring states can access world‑class cardiac care without leaving India. Source: Google News – Manipal.