Jammu, Apr 06: Department of Cardiology at the All-India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS) Jammu has successfully performed a high-precision, life-saving intervention on a patient presenting with a critical Non-ST Elevation Myocardial Infarction (NSTEMI).
The procedure involved complex Left Main (LM) bifurcation stenting with advanced calcium modification in a heavily calcified lesion—one of the most challenging scenarios in interventional cardiology.
The patient, according to an AIIMS Jammu spokesperson, presented with a serious heart condition, and diagnostic imaging revealed a complex left main bifurcation lesion further complicated by dense calcification, making conventional stenting highly challenging and high-risk.
The procedure was successfully carried out by Dr Zubair Farooq, Assistant Professor, Department of Cardiology and Dr Mayank Saini, Assistant Professor, Department of Cardiology, using state-of-the-art Intravascular Lithotripsy (IVL), a cutting-edge technology that uses sonic pressure waves to safely fracture calcium deposits within the arterial walls without damaging surrounding soft tissue, thereby enabling precise stent placement and restoration of optimal blood flow.
The success of this high-end intervention was supported by the dedicated efforts of the Cath Lab technical staff and specialized nursing team, ensuring seamless execution and patient safety.
Prof (Dr) D N Sharma, Executive Director and CEO, AIIMS Jammu, congratulated the cardiology team on this significant achievement and stated that the milestone reflected the institute’s growing capability to deliver advanced, world-class cardiac care.
He emphasised that the successful use of innovative technologies like IVL demonstrated AIIMS Jammu’s commitment to excellence in patient care, cutting-edge treatment and continuous advancement in healthcare services for the region.
He further appreciated the team’s dedication and coordinated efforts in handling such complex cases with precision and expertise.
“This achievement also marks a phase of rapid growth for the Department of Cardiology at AIIMS Jammu,” he stated.
Since the commissioning of the Cardiac Cath Lab just three months ago, the department has successfully performed nearly 150 cardiac and peripheral procedures, including coronary angioplasties, implantable device procedures and peripheral vascular interventions, establishing AIIMS Jammu as an emerging centre of excellence in cardiovascular care in North India.
