Panchkula, July 9, 2025: Doctors at Fortis Hospital, Mohali successfully performed a complex coronary angioplasty on an 80-year-old man with chronic kidney disease (CKD), using Ultra-Low Contrast Angioplasty with Intravascular Ultrasound (IVUS) guidance, a cutting-edge technique that minimizes the risk of kidney injury. The procedure was led by Dr Sudhanshu Budakoty, Senior Consultant – Cardiology, Fortis Hospital, Mohali who opted for the advanced techniqueto ensure precision and safety. The patient was discharged in a stable condition within two days.
Patient from Solan was already battling CKD from 5 years and when he visited Fortis Hospital , he was presented with high creatinine levels, severe chest pain, breathlessness and coronary artery disease. He was at an extremely high risk for conventional angioplasty, which involves the use of contrast dye to visualize the blood vessels during the procedure and that has the chances of damaging the kidney function.
Whereas, the advanced ultra-low contrast technique combined with IVUS imaging is a minimally invasive approach that allows doctors to accurately diagnose and treat blockages. In this procedure, a very minimal contrast dye is used, thereby avoiding the risk of further kidney damage or dialysis.
Speaking about the procedure in the press conference, Dr Budakoty said, “This patient had significant coronary artery disease, but being a CKD patient, conventional angioplasty posed a high risk of worsening his kidney function. Using IVUS, we could clearly assess the vessel size, lesion characteristics, stent placement and expansion, all while minimizing contrast use. This ensured an excellent outcome without compromising kidney health.”
He added that advanced imaging modalities like IVUS and Optical Coherence Tomography (OCT) are routinely used at Fortis Mohali to treat high-risk cardiac patients who were earlier considered unfit for angioplasty.
“These technologies help us achieve superior outcomes by guiding us through complex cases, even in patients with severe comorbidities like CKD. At Fortis Mohali, we remain committed to offering evidence-based, innovative cardiac care to every patient,” he said.
IVUS (Intravascular Ultrasound) uses sound waves to visualize blood vessels from inside, allowing precise measurement of blockages and optimal stent deployment. OCT (Optical Coherence Tomography) is another state-of-the-art imaging technique that uses light waves to produce high-resolution images of coronary arteries, aiding in accurate diagnosis and treatment planning.
With its team of expert cardiologists and adoption of world-class technology, Fortis Hospital, Mohali continues to be at the forefront of interventional cardiology, delivering outstanding care to high-risk patients with complex cardiac conditions.
About Fortis Healthcare Limited
Fortis Healthcare Limited – an IHH Healthcare Berhad Company – is a leading integrated healthcare services provider in India. It is one of the largest healthcare organizations in the country with 27 healthcare facilities, ~4,750 operational beds (including O&M facilities), and over 400 diagnostics centers (including JVs). The Company is listed on the BSE Ltd and National Stock Exchange (NSE) of India. It draws strength from its partnership with a global major and parent company – IHH, to build upon its culture of world-class patient care and superlative clinical excellence. Fortis employs over 23,000 people (including Agilus Diagnostics Limited) who share its vision of becoming the world’s most trusted healthcare network. Fortis offers a full spectrum of integrated healthcare services ranging from clinics to quaternary care facilities and a wide range of ancillary services.
