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Laser angioplasty saves patient with 100% kidney artery blockage
19 Aug
Summary
- A 60-year-old man's life-threatening hypertension was treated with laser angioplasty.
- The procedure cleared a 100% blockage in his left renal artery.
- This advanced technique successfully restored kidney function and stabilized blood pressure.
A critical medical intervention successfully treated a 60-year-old male patient in Kolkata who presented with uncontrolled hypertension and hypertensive urgency. His blood pressure had reached dangerous levels of 220/120 mmHg despite multiple medications, accompanied by severe symptoms including headache, chest discomfort, and semi-consciousness. Investigations revealed a complete 100% blockage in the left renal artery due to a thrombus, rendering conventional angioplasty impossible.
Interventional Cardiologist Dr. Soumya Kanti Dutta opted for an advanced laser-guided renal artery angioplasty at Manipal Hospital Dhakuria. This novel technique effectively dissolved the clot, paving the way for a stent to be placed and restoring vital blood flow to the left kidney. The procedure led to a marked improvement in kidney function, resumption of normal urination, and crucial stabilization of his blood pressure.
Dr. Dutta highlighted the significance of this procedure, stating it represents a major advancement in treating severe renal artery occlusion. Protecting kidney function is paramount in managing complex cardiovascular conditions. The patient's successful recovery underscores the potential of innovative laser technology to offer new hope and improved outcomes for patients facing similar life-threatening blockages.
