When your heart skips a beat during a romantic movie, that’s sweet.When it skips a beat while you’re quietly sitting at home — that’s a warning sign. For millions worldwide, those skipped beats, rapid pulses, and irregular rhythms are due to atrial fibrillation (AF) — the most common sustained heart rhythm disorder.And here’s the real […]
Catheter ablation is a revolutionary, minimally invasive procedure that has transformed the way atrial fibrillation (AF) is treated—especially when medications fail to control the condition. Yet, despite its increasing adoption and promising results, many patients remain apprehensive or confused about the procedure. In this blog, we’ll address the most common concerns patients express about catheter […]
By Dr. M.S. ChandramouliMD, DM, IDCCM, PDF(EP), ECDSConsultant Electrophysiologist & Heart Failure SpecialistYashoda Hospitals – Secunderabad 📞 For Appointments: 906 342 0686 Introduction A heart attack, heart failure, or heart surgery may feel like the end of the road. But with the right support, it can actually be a new beginning. That’s the power of […]
By Dr. M.S. ChandramouliMD, DM, IDCCM, PDF(EP), ECDSConsultant Electrophysiologist and Heart Failure SpecialistYashoda Hospitals, Secunderabad 📞 For appointments: 9063420686 Introduction Your heart isn’t just a pump—it’s a finely tuned electrical machine. But what happens when that electrical system goes haywire? One of the most common—and most dangerous—conditions that arises from this disruption is Atrial Fibrillation […]
Introduction Imagine a tiny device, no bigger than a vitamin capsule, quietly nestled inside your heart, working tirelessly to keep your heartbeat steady—all without wires or a visible bump under your skin. Welcome to the era of leadless pacemakers, a breakthrough that is transforming the way we treat slow heart rhythms (bradycardia). In this 2,000-word […]
Introduction Permanent pacemaker implantation is generally a standard cardiovascular procedure. However, anatomical variations and prior surgical interventions can introduce significant complexity. This case report presents a middle-aged female patient who required permanent pacing following bioprosthetic tricuspid valve replacement. The procedure was further complicated by the presence of a Thebesian valve at the coronary sinus (CS) […]
By Dr. M S ChandraMouli Introduction Tricuspid valve (TV) disease, though less common than left-sided valvular pathologies, can lead to significant morbidity, particularly when associated with congenital heart defects such as atrial septal defects (ASD). Surgical intervention, including bioprosthetic tricuspid valve replacement, is often required in advanced cases. However, postoperative complications such as complete […]
In the rapidly advancing field of cardiac care, Cardiac Implantable Electronic Devices (CIEDs) have become essential tools in managing a variety of heart rhythm disorders. Recently, our center witnessed a rare and intensive 36-hour span during which multiple CIEDs were implanted across different patient profiles, ranging from leadless pacemakers to advanced defibrillators and conduction system […]
Atrial arrhythmias can be challenging to manage in any patient—but when they occur in post-transplant recipients, the complexity rises significantly. Immunosuppressive medications, altered cardiac physiology, and long-term metabolic changes often blur the lines between typical cardiac care and transplant-specific concerns. This blog delves into a real-world case of persistent atrial flutter in a liver transplant […]
Introduction: Cardiac arrhythmias can be among the most challenging conditions to treat, especially when patients suffer from recurrent shocks from an Automated Implantable Cardioverter Defibrillator (AICD). The shock, while potentially lifesaving, can be a reminder of the heart’s precarious condition, and for many, this cycle of shocks can be physically and emotionally draining. For patients […]