Patient Testimonial - COR Triatrium Dextrum Repair with closure of ASD and VSD

About Sandya Rani's Treatment and Recovery

Sandya Rani was diagnosed with a rare and complex congenital heart condition commonly described as having a "hole in the heart and five chambers." This condition, medically known as COR triatrium dextrum, significantly affected her heart function and overall health. The situation was further complicated by her medical history of thyroid cancer, making treatment more challenging.

Seeking specialized cardiac care, Sandya Rani approached Medicover Hospitals, Visakhapatnam, where she consulted Dr Karunakara Padhy and the expert cardiothoracic team. After detailed evaluation and careful planning, the medical team recommended open-heart surgery to correct the complex structural defects. This critical decision marked the beginning of her journey toward heart stability and improved quality of life.

Patient Words

"Undergoing open-heart surgery for such a complex condition was overwhelming, especially with my previous thyroid cancer history. However, from the moment I was treated at Medicover Hospitals, Visakhapatnam, I felt reassured and supported.

Dr Karunakara Padhy and the entire surgical team patiently explained every step of the treatment and handled my case with great care and precision. Thanks to their expertise and attentive post-operative care, I am recovering well. I am deeply grateful to the team for helping me successfully overcome this high-risk condition and giving me hope for a healthier future."

- Sandya Rani

What is a Hole in the Heart and a Five-Chambered Heart?

A condition described as a "hole in the heart and five chambers" refers to a complex congenital heart defect present from birth. In this case, it includes COR triatrium dextrum, a rare condition in which a membrane divides one of the heart's upper chambers, creating an extra chamber.

This condition may also be associated with holes between the heart chambers, such as atrial septal defect (ASD) and ventricular septal defect (VSD). These abnormalities disrupt normal blood flow and increase pressure on the lungs and heart.

Common symptoms may include:

If left untreated, complex congenital heart defects can lead to serious complications such as heart failure or pulmonary hypertension, making timely surgical correction essential.

What Treatment did we provide to Sandya Rani at Medicover?

At Medicover Hospitals, Visakhapatnam, Sandya Rani underwent a successful COR triatrium dextrum repair along with closure of ASD and VSD under the expert care of Dr Karunakara Padhy and the CTVS surgical team.

This open-heart surgery was necessary to correct the rare five-chambered heart structure and restore normal blood flow. Given the complexity of the condition and her prior thyroid cancer history, the surgery was considered high-risk and required advanced planning and multidisciplinary expertise.

The treatment process included: