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Bhubaneswar, May 13, 2025: 60-year-old Mr. Charan Mishra [name changed] lived a simple life, enjoying his post-retirement years with his family at the comfort of home in Balasore. One fateful day, while sitting leisurely, he felt a sudden pain in the back, accompanied by abdominal pain and fever, which soon became severe, requiring medical attention. As initial care hinted at something related to heart vessel problems, and given the concerning signs, he was referred to Manipal Hospital Bhubaneswar on 26 January, 2025 for superior care.
There, under the care of Dr. Dibya Ranjan Behera, Consultant – Interventional Cardiology, Mr. Charan was found to have Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm (AAA), a potentially fatal condition where the main blood vessel supplying the body (the abdominal aorta) becomes thinner and dangerously enlarged like a balloon on the verge of bursting. This expansion occurs mostly due to atherosclerosis or infections. Surprisingly, the patient had no known comorbidities, which could’ve been a risk factor leading to this issue. Such aneurysms can rupture unexpectedly, causing catastrophic internal bleeding, which often leads to sudden death if not treated in time.
Realizing the urgency of the situation, the medical team decided to perform a minimally invasive procedure called Endovascular Aortic Repair (EVAR). In this technique, a covered stent graft is placed across the aneurysm to exclude the ballooned sac from the main blood flow, significantly reducing the risk of rupture.
Dr. Dibya Ranjan Behera said, “This case underscores the importance of early diagnosis and the availability of advanced, life-saving interventions like EVAR in our region. We are happy to report that the patient was stable following the uneventful procedure. Special thanks are extended to Dr. Biswajeet Mohapatra, Dr. Subhashree Samantray, Dr. Rajeshree, Dr. Vivek Chowdhry, and the dedicated CATH Lab and CCU teams for their continued support and commitment to excellence in patient care.”
Dr. Saktimaya Mohapatra, Hospital Director, Manipal Hospital Bhubaneswar, stated, “This case really showcases how our amazing team of cardiologists and caregivers is capable of managing even the most complex cardiac conditions with clinical precision in the elderly. We take great pride in providing superior, timely care that saves lives, building a healthier community.”
The patient was discharged on 8 February 2025 and is on the road to recovery. Manipal Hospital Bhubaneswar continues to lead in advanced medical interventions, committed to giving critically ill patients a new lease of life through expert, coordinated care.
