Via MICS, AIIMS-R heralds 'new era of cardiac aid in state'

Raipur: The Department of Cardiothoracic and Vascular Surgery at AIIMS Raipur achieved a significant milestone by successfully implementing the Minimally Invasive Cardiac Surgery (MICS) protocol. This advanced surgical technique is revolutionising cardiac care globally.

AIIMS Raipur became the first govt institution in Chhattisgarh to perform MICS, heralding a new era in cardiac treatment in the state, an AIIMS Raipur spokesperson stated.

The MICS programme at AIIMS Raipur was meticulously developed and is being spearheaded by Dr G Saurabh and his dedicated team of cardiac surgeons within the Department of CTVS. MICS represents a contemporary approach to heart surgery, prioritising patient recovery through less invasive procedures. Instead of a traditional sternotomy (cutting through the breastbone), MICS involves smaller incisions. This results in benefits such as quicker recovery, reduced post-operative pain, and minimal scarring. Several patients at AIIMS Raipur already benefited from this surgery, said Dr Saurabh.

Lt Gen Ahok Jindal (Retd), Executive Director and CEO of AIIMS Raipur commended the team for this remarkable achievement. He stated that the successful implementation of MICS establishes a new standard in patient-centric care in the state.