Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], March 21: Alok (name changed), a 45-year-old man, was experiencing shortness of breath even during simple activities like climbing stairs. Concerned about his health, Alok consulted renowned cardiac surgeon Dr. Vishal Khullar, who recommended a 2 D echocardiogram.
Dr. Khullar, a leading cardiac surgeon in Mumbai, explained, “A 2 D Echocardiogram is a diagnostic test used to assess various cardiac conditions. In Alok’s case, the echocardiogram revealed a myxomatous mitral valve with prolapse of both the anterior and posterior mitral leaflets and severe mitral regurgitation. After a thorough analysis, we performed a mitral valve repair instead of valve replacement surgery.”
A myxomatous mitral valve with prolapse occurs when the mitral valve thickens, becoming floppy and rubbery. Mitral regurgitation can happen when the leaflets billow backward, causing blood to leak back into the heart’s upper chambers. This condition often leads to symptoms such as shortness of breath with exertion, similar to what Alok experienced.
Typically, such cases may require mitral valve replacement; however, this option was unsuitable for a young patient like Alok, who lives an active life. After carefully reviewing the echocardiogram images, Dr. Khullar made this decision. He then performed a triangular resection of the posterior mitral leaflet and repaired the mitral valve using an annuloplasty ring.
Following the procedure, a transesophageal echocardiogram confirmed successful mitral valve repair. Alok could lead an everyday life without experiencing shortness of breath, and his issue could be resolved. Additionally, he did not require blood thinners or face the risk of prosthetic valve degeneration, which could have necessitated another surgery. Dr. Khullar effectively addressed Alok’s cardiac problem. Vishal Khullar emphasizes the importance of expert consultations, stating, “In today’s stressful life, cardiac problems are on the rise. It is essential to undergo preventive checkups so an expert cardiologist can assess your heart health. Waiting to see a cardiac specialist until a problem arises is unwise. A simple test like a 2D echocardiogram delineates heart function and detects issues early. Thanks to advances in medical technology, patients with cardiac concerns can receive timely and effective treatment. Like Alok, we have helped many patients achieve a normal life with improved quality of life through timely cardiac procedures.”
About Dr. Vishal Khullar
Dr. Vishal Khullar is a leading cardiovascular surgeon in Mumbai, affiliated with the Lilavati Hospital and Research Centre in Bandra. He is known for his expertise and is considered one of the top heart surgeons globally. Dr. Khullar has worked as a Senior Associate at the renowned Mayo Clinic and received training at the Cleveland Clinic in Ohio.
Specializing in complex heart conditions, Dr. Khullar is recognized for performing mitral valve repair, aortic valve replacement, bypass surgery using total arterial revascularization, Left Ventricular Assist Device (LVAD) implantation, complex aortic surgeries, and heart and lung transplants.
Contact Dr. Vishal Khullar
If you want to schedule an appointment with Dr. Vishal Khullar, please call +91-9987077880 or email appointments@drvishalkhullar.com.
You can meet Dr. Vishal Khullar for consultation either at Lilavati Hospital OPD1 or at the VLSR clinic located in Bandra:
- VLSR – The Clinic
- 2nd Floor, Corinthian,
- Linking Road, Opp. DBS Bank,
- Khar West, Mumbai, Maharashtra 400052
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