Livasa Hospital Amritsar saves ‘inoperable’ heart patient with complex coronary intervention

Amritsar: Livasa Hospital Amritsar, in a remarkable demonstration of advanced cardiac care, successfully treated a critically ill heart patient who was previously declared unfit for surgery, using state-of-the-art complex coronary intervention techniques. The patient, suffering from severe blockage in all three major coronary arteries, had been advised bypass surgery elsewhere but declined due to personal concerns and high surgical risk. Seeking a safer alternative, he turned to Livasa Hospital with hope.

After comprehensive evaluation, Livasa’s cardiac team led by Dr. Anil Sharma, Senior Consultant – Interventional Cardiology, accepted the challenge and planned a high-risk but precisely executed Percutaneous Coronary Intervention (PCI) using cutting-edge technologies. The treatment not only restored blood flow to the heart but also allowed the patient to be discharged in a stable condition with a new lease on life.

The patient was diagnosed with Chronic Total Occlusion (CTO) — a condition in which a coronary artery is completely blocked and conventional treatment options offer limited success. Given the complexity and severity of the disease, the case demanded a highly specialized approach.

A High-Tech Approach to a High-Risk Case, The complex interventional procedure Involves the use of one or a combination of advanced cardiac technologies including:

• Intravascular Ultrasound (IVUS) & Optical Coherence Tomography (OCT) for internal imaging and precise planning 

• Rotational Atherectomy (Rotablation) to clear hardened plaque deposited inside the arteries 

• Intravascular Lithotripsy (IVL) to break calcium deposits safely 

• Ultra-Low / Zero-Contrast Angioplasty, especially beneficial for patients with kidney disease

These tools enabled accurate mapping of the blockage, selection of ideal stent sizes, optimal placement, and minimal complications. With the successful intervention, the patient is now on the path to recovery and is steadily returning to a normal and active life.

Dr. Anil Sharma said, “This successful procedure represents a new era in cardiology where technology and expertise work together to defeat even the most complex challenges. Not every heart needs to be opened — sometimes precision from within is enough.”

Anurag Yadav, CEO, Livasa Hospitals, said, “At Livasa Hospitals, we believe every patient deserves a fighting chance. This case reflects our commitment to advanced technology, medical excellence and compassionate care.”

Divya Prashant Bajaj, Facility Director, Livasa Hospital Amritsar, said, “This achievement highlights the clinical expertise of our cardiac team and our mission to bring world-class heart care to Amritsar and surrounding regions.”

Livasa Hospital Amritsar is part of the Livasa Hospitals network, a fast-growing chain of multi-super-specialty hospitals delivering ethical, technology-driven and patient-focused healthcare across North India. With advanced Cath labs, ICUs, operation theatres and expert clinicians, Livasa continues to redefine healthcare standards in the region.