Healthy Soch
India
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Mumbai/New Delhi, December 09, 2025:
A 40-year-old man was brought to the Emergency Department of Wockhardt Hospitals, Mira Road with chest pain, breathlessness and intense sweating- classic red flags of a potential cardiac emergency. These symptoms raised strong suspicion of a heart-related emergency. An ECG done on arrival showed significant changes that pointed toward possible heart damage. The medical team acted fast to stabilise him and begin further evaluation.
Interventional Cardiologist, Dr. Ashish Mishra at Wockhardt Hospitals, Mira Road examined the patient and uncovered two major underlying concerns. His blood sugar levels were severely uncontrolled for a long period, with an HbA1c reading above 14%. In addition, his LDL cholesterol level was above 160 mg/dL, which is far higher than safe limits. Both these conditions had been silently damaging his coronary arteries for years without clear symptoms.
To confirm the extent of the damage, a coronary angiography was performed. The results showed critical blockages in several important heart vessels, including the LAD, Ramus, circumflex and the right coronary artery. Such widespread blockages can turn fatal if not treated in time. Fortunately, his heart’s pumping ability (EF 60%) was still normal, which allowed doctors to plan intervention.
Considering the severity,
Considering the severity,
Dr. Ashish Mishra performed a complex angioplasty. Multiple stents were placed to open the narrowed arteries and restore smooth blood flow to the heart. The procedure went well, and the patient responded to treatment. He was later discharged with optimised medical therapy and clear guidance on diet, exercise and regular monitoring.
Speaking about the case, Dr. Ashish Mishra said: “Heart disease is no longer limited to older people. When sugar and cholesterol stay uncontrolled for years, damage starts quietly inside the arteries. This patient had no warning signs until the problem became critical. A simple annual health check-up could have prevented this. Early prevention protects the heart far better than late treatment.”
This case is a strong reminder that uncontrolled diabetes and cholesterol can lead to serious heart blockages much earlier than expected. Regular check-ups and lifestyle awareness remain the best defence.
This case is a strong reminder that uncontrolled diabetes and cholesterol can lead to serious heart blockages much earlier than expected. Regular check-ups and lifestyle awareness remain the best defence.
