Iswarya Hospital, Chennai Successfully Removed 6 cm Tumor from Heart of a 63-Year-Old Man !
Iswarya Hospital, Chennai Successfully Removed 6 cm Tumor from Heart of a 63-Year-Old Man
~ A Lemon sized tumor blocking blood flow through heart valves of the patient was removed successfully~
Chennai, March 17th, 2025: : Iswarya Hospital, a super speciality hospital at OMR, Chennai has successfully performed a complex cardiac surgery to remove a Lemon sized myxoma tumor from the heart of a 63-year-old patient. The surgery was conducted by a team of cardiac surgeons headed by Dr S Muthukkumaran, the surgery marks a crucial turning point in the patient’s recovery after his long battle with heart issues caused by the benign tumor which was not deducted until the patient was admitted at Iswarya Hospital. This is the first complex surgery performed at Iswarya Hospital since its launch in January 2025.
The 63-year-old patient, resident of Chennai, was experiencing difficulty walking for a few minutes. He collapsed a few times while walking, but he would recover after being made to lie down in bed. His family was perplexed by his health status because, except from breathing difficulties when walking, he had no serious medical conditions. The patient developed a sudden, high fever and was taken to a private hospital in Chennai for treatment. The hospital’s doctors determined that the patient had pneumonia and began treating him, but the fever did not go away even after treatment for a few days, and his condition worsened in due course at the hospital.
The patient was referred to Iswarya Hospital, Dr S Muthukkumaran, Consultant, Cardiothoracic and Vascular Surgeon at Iswarya Hospital examined the patient, the cardiac CT scan and 2D ECHO of the patient’s revealed a ball-sized tumour in the heart that was obstructing blood flow to the heart valves, causing shortness of breath. The tumour was growing in the heart and, if left untreated, would have spread to other organs. The condition is called cardiac myxoma and it is a rare benign tumour that usually develops in the left atrium of the heart. The patient’s family was briefed on the complex surgery. The surgery was performed by Dr S Muthukkumaran, Dr R.S.Sandheep, and his team, who successfully removed the tumor, restoring proper circulation and heart function. The patient has now recovered completely, and he has regained full mobility.
“Myxomas are quite rare but can have severe consequences if not addressed promptly,” said Dr S Muthukkumaran, Consultant, Cardiothoracic and Vascular Surgeon at Iswarya Hospital, OMR, Chennai. “This was a delicate surgery, and we are pleased that the procedure was successful. Heart myxomas are often asymptomatic or show only mild symptoms in the early stages, which can make diagnosis challenging. The successful surgery highlights the importance of early detection and intervention for heart-related conditions, even those as rare as myxomas, added Dr S Muthukkumaran
We are proud to have successfully completed the first complex heart tumor surgery at our hospital, marking a significant milestone in our commitment to providing advanced and compassionate care, said, Dr Arun Muthuvel, Managing Director, Iswarya Hospital. The successful operation on a 63-year-old patient demonstrates the exceptional skill and dedication of our medical team, as well as the cutting-edge technology available at our facility. We remain committed to delivering world-class treatment and improving the health and well-being of our community, added Dr Arun.
The 63-year-old patient expressed his gratitude to the medical team and is looking forward to resuming a more active lifestyle after his recovery. ” I am incredibly grateful for the skilled doctors and team at Iswarya Hospital, who had performed my heart tumor surgery, I never imagined I’d undergo such a complex procedure, but thanks to their expertise and care. I am happy that I can now walk without any difficulties and support.
