Tag Archives: Cardiothoracic surgery

When the Heart and Lungs need support: Kauvery Centre for ECMO & Advanced Life Support

: 06-Nov-2026   |   :Dr. K. Madhan Kumar, Director – ECMO & VAD | Senior Consultant – Cardiothoracic & Transplant Surgeon, Kauvery Hospital, Vadapalani

At Kauvery Hospital, Vadapalani, advanced life-support technology and multidisciplinary expertise come together to support patients facing complex medical emergencies. When the heart or lungs begin to fail, some critically ill patients may require additional support despite conventional treatment. Extracorporeal Membrane Oxygenation (ECMO) is an advanced life-support technique that temporarily supports heart and lung function by […]

The Unsung Hero of Heart Surgery: Medical Balloons in Cardioplegia Catheters

: 09-Jul-2026   |   :Divya Joshi,Executive Domestic Marketing-Ami Polymer Pvt Ltd

In the realm of cardiac surgery, technology can be small yet impactful. Cardioplegia catheters, which incorporate small medical balloons, help to shield the heart during surgery. This is done by facilitating controlled distribution of the cardioplegia solution. This article assesses the ways balancing function, size, and technology in the design of cardioplegia catheters impacts surgical […]