Patient Testimonial - BT shunt procedure

About Ch. Narendra's Treatment and Recovery

For the parents of Ch. Narendra's diagnosis of Tetralogy of Fallot, a complex congenital heart condition, was both overwhelming and frightening. Their infant was facing serious oxygen-related issues that required immediate and specialized medical attention.

After seeking multiple opinions, they approached Medicover Hospitals, Visakhapatnam, where their child came under the care of Dr Karunakara Padhy, CTVS Specialist.

Following a thorough evaluation, the medical team recommended a BT shunt procedure to stabilize the baby's condition and improve oxygen levels. This critical intervention marked a turning point, offering hope and a path toward better health and growth for their young son.

Patient Words

"This was an extremely emotional time for our family. We were filled with fear and uncertainty until we saw our child's recovery after treatment at Medicover Hospitals, Visakhapatnam.

Dr Karunakara Padhy and the entire surgical team handled our baby's condition with great care and precision. Their confidence, dedication, and compassion gave us strength during a very difficult phase.

Seeing Narendra's improvement and physical transformation has brought immense relief and happiness to our family. We are deeply thankful for the life-saving treatment and excellent care provided."

- Parents of Ch. Narendra

What is Tetralogy of Fallot?

Tetralogy of Fallot (TOF) is a rare and complex congenital heart defect that is present from birth. It involves four structural abnormalities in the heart that reduce the amount of oxygen-rich blood flowing to the body.

Due to poor oxygenation, babies with TOF often develop a bluish color of the skin and lips, known as cyanosis.

Common symptoms in infants include:

Surgical treatment is required to improve blood flow and oxygen levels. Depending on the baby's age and condition, this may involve a temporary procedure like a BT shunt or a complete corrective surgery later.

What Treatment did we provide to Ch. Narendra at Medicover?

At Medicover Hospitals, Visakhapatnam, Ch. Narendra underwent a successful BT shunt (Blalock-Taussig shunt) procedure under the expert care of Dr Karunakara Padhy and the pediatric cardiac surgery team.

This procedure was performed as a life-saving, temporary solution to improve blood flow to the lungs and increase oxygen levels until the child becomes eligible for complete corrective heart surgery.

The treatment process included:

The successful outcome of the BT shunt procedure significantly improved the baby's oxygen levels and overall condition, demonstrating Medicover Hospitals' expertise in managing complex and critical pediatric heart conditions.