Introduction
A Heart Attack is not just pain; it is muscle death. Every minute that an artery remains blocked, a part of the heart muscle dies permanently (“Time is Muscle”). Clot-busting medicines (Thrombolysis) are the old way. The modern Gold Standard is PAMI (Primary Angioplasty in Myocardial Infarction). Primary Angioplasty in Kolkata
Dr. Avishek Saha, a specialist in emergency cardiac care, explains Primary Angioplasty in Kolkata—the fastest, most effective way to stop a heart attack in its tracks.
1. The “Golden Hour” Rule Primary Angioplasty in Kolkata
Speed is everything.
- The Concept: The first 60 minutes after chest pain starts is called the Golden Hour.
- The Goal: If the artery is opened within this hour, the heart muscle can be saved almost completely.
- The Action: Do not wait for the pain to subside. Rush to a hospital that has a 24/7 Cath Lab, like the ones where Dr. Saha practices.
2. Mechanical Extraction vs. Medicine
Why is Angioplasty better than clot-busting injections?
- Medicine: It only dissolves the clot partially and often leaves the underlying blockage (plaque) behind. The heart attack can return.
- Primary Angioplasty: Dr. Saha mechanically sucks out the clot and places a stent to widen the artery permanently.
- The Result: The blood flow is restored 100%, and the risk of a second attack is minimized.
3. “Door-to-Balloon” Time
This is the metric of a world-class cardiologist.
- The Definition: The time from when you enter the hospital door to when the balloon opens your artery.
- The Standard: International guidelines say it must be under 90 minutes.
- Dr. Saha’s Record: His team is trained for rapid triage, often achieving times of < 60 minutes, ensuring maximum survival.
4. Radial Access in Emergency
Even in an emergency, Dr. Saha prefers the wrist (Radial) route.
- Why? Patients on blood thinners during a heart attack have a high risk of bleeding.
- The Benefit: The wrist artery bleeds much less than the groin artery, making it safer for critical patients who are on high doses of anti-platelet medication.
5. 24/7 Availability is Key Primary Angioplasty in Kolkata
A heart attack doesn’t watch the clock. It can happen at 3 AM. You need a doctor who is “On Call” 24/7. Dr. Saha is attached to hospitals with round-the-clock Cath Lab teams, ready to operate at a moment’s notice.
Verify Dr. Saha’s Emergency Credentials:
- Manipal Hospitals: Emergency Cardiac Profile
- Fortis Healthcare: Acute Heart Care
- Iris Health Services: Doctor Bio
- Practo: Patient Stories on Saving Lives
Why Choose Dr. Avishek Saha? Primary Angioplasty in Kolkata
- Calm Under Pressure: Emergency cases are chaotic. Dr. Saha is known for his cool-headed leadership in the Cath Lab, making split-second decisions that save lives.
- Complete Care: He manages the critical ICU phase post-angioplasty to prevent complications like Heart Failure or Arrhythmia.
Don’t Wait. Act.
If you have chest pain, ignore the traffic. Ignore the cost. Rush to the ER. A stent in time saves the heart.
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