Journey of a Heart Surgeon | Dr. Yugal Mishra | TEDxIIM Raipur
13 Sep 2024 (5 days ago)
Early Challenges and Solutions in Open Heart Surgery
- Surgeons were initially challenged with protecting the brain during open heart surgery because stopping circulation to the heart also deprived the brain of oxygen.
- The development of the heart-lung machine, initially a collaboration between cardiac surgeons and engineers at General Motors, provided a solution for brain protection during open heart surgery.
Dr. Lillehei's Contributions and Dr. Mishra's Journey
- Dr. Lillehei's 1954 open-heart surgery patient survived for 67 years, highlighting the success of early advancements in the field.
- Dr. Yugal Mishra had an interest in keyhole surgery but was passionate about heart surgery.
- Dr. Mishra traveled to Moscow for a post-doctoral course at the Bak Institute of Cardiovascular Surgery.
- Dr. Mishra worked with Dr. CAF in Bangalore to learn keyhole coronary artery surgery and began performing keyhole beating heart surgeries.
Advancements in Robotic Technology and Treatment for Heart Failure
- The SSI Mantra system, currently under development, aims to revolutionize robotic technology in India.
- Ventricular assist devices, such as the left ventricular assist device, are being used as a treatment for terminal heart failure until a heart transplant becomes available.