Apollo Hospitals, Navi Mumbai, organised a special event under the leadership of its structural heart specialists to mark Heart Valve Disease Awareness Day observed every year on February 22. The initiative aimed to raise awareness about the increasing cases of heart valve diseases and the various treatment options available. Structural heart disease is a condition that affects the heart's valves and chambers, with cases rising annually. This condition can either be congenital or develop later due to specific causes.
Congenital heart diseases (CHD) such as Atrial Septal Defect (ASD) and Ventricular Septal Defect (VSD) are treated by pediatric interventional cardiologists. In adulthood, factors like rheumatic heart disease (RHD), aging, calcium buildup, and genetic predisposition can contribute to the onset of structural heart disease. Symptoms may include breathlessness, chest pain, dizziness, palpitations, swelling in the ankles, legs, or abdomen. Many individuals overlook early symptoms, making awareness crucial. Early detection can help prevent complications.
On the occasion of Heart Valve Disease Awareness Day, Apollo Hospitals, Navi Mumbai, reaffirmed its commitment to saving lives alongside its cardiac specialists. These specialists are trained in advanced structural heart devices such as cardiac valves, rhythm management devices, pacemakers, and ventricular assist devices. They emphasized the importance of regular health check-ups for early diagnosis of heart conditions.
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Dr. Rahul Gupta, Senior Consultant - Interventional Cardiology, Structural Heart Disease & Rhythm Disorder Specialist, Valve Expert (TAVI, TMVR) at Apollo Hospitals, Navi Mumbai, shared a case study:
"We specialise in minimally invasive procedures (which involve fewer incisions and minimal blood loss), offering patients a second chance at a healthy life. One of our patients, a 73-year-old woman, had severe complications and was too weak for open-heart surgery. She had a history of rheumatic heart disease (RHD) and had undergone mitral valve replacement in 2017. An ECG revealed she had a severe tricuspid valve disorder. Traditional surgery was not a viable option, so we performed the TRIC valve procedure, which yielded excellent results. She was discharged the very next day, and her ability to perform daily tasks improved significantly."
Similarly, Dr. Mahesh Ghogre, Senior Consultant - Interventional Cardiology, Structural Heart Disease, and TAVI Specialist at Apollo Hospitals, Navi Mumbai, shared another success story:
"A 91-year-old male patient initially visited us for a dental procedure but mentioned experiencing dizziness twice. Upon examination, he was diagnosed with severe aortic stenosis, which posed a high risk for traditional surgery. We successfully performed a Transcatheter Aortic Valve Implant (TAVI), a minimally invasive alternative to conventional valve replacement. Today, he can comfortably carry out his daily activities, and this procedure has given him a new lease on life."
This initiative highlights the importance of early detection, advanced treatment options, and expert care in managing heart valve diseases.
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