Doctors in Delhi performed Southeast Asia’s first hybrid heart surgery, saving the life of a 29-year-old man in critical condition. The team at Fortis Memorial Research Institute in Gurugram decided to operate after multiple hospitals refused due to the high risks involved.
The patient, a resident of Bihar, suffered a ruptured thoracic abdominal aorta, the main artery that carries blood from the heart to vital organs. Before arriving in Gurugram, he was misdiagnosed at several hospitals, which worsened his condition. At admission, his heart was functioning at only 15 percent, making conventional surgery extremely risky.
Therefore, the surgical team opted for a hybrid approach. They combined open bypass surgery with minimally invasive endovascular repair. Using this technique, doctors placed a stent graft to seal the ruptured artery and restore blood flow to his vital organs.
Initially, experts estimated almost a 50 percent chance of death. However, the patient responded well to the procedure. He recovered steadily and was discharged within six days. Currently, he remains under follow-up care, and doctors plan another surgery to improve heart function once he gains strength.
Hospital officials said the surgery marks a major milestone for cardiac care in Southeast Asia. They highlighted the importance of early diagnosis, advanced techniques, and specialized care for complex heart conditions. Moreover, they emphasized that hybrid procedures can save lives when conventional surgery alone carries high risk.
Medical experts hope this successful surgery encourages other hospitals in the region to adopt hybrid cardiac procedures. Furthermore, the case demonstrates how combining traditional and minimally invasive techniques can achieve outcomes previously considered impossible.
Overall, this success story shows how innovation, skill, and timely intervention can save lives even in extremely challenging cardiac cases.
