Chennai, 18 th October, 2024: In a remarkable medical achievement, the heart of a
brain-dead patient in CMC Ranipet was transported to MGM Healthcare in Chennai
for a life-saving transplant within just 1 hour and 30 mins. This feat was made
possible due to the collective efforts of medical professionals and the dedicated
support of traffic authorities in both cities.
The donor heart, harvested from a 20-year-old man who met with a tragic road
traffic accident in Vellore, was swiftly transported today. The Heart and Lung
Transplant Team, led by the accomplished Dr. KR Balakrishnan, made the strategic
decision to transport the precious organ by road via Kanchipuram,
Sunguvarchatram, Sriperumbudur, Maduravoyal, Koyambedu reaching Aminjikarai
ensuring the fastest possible arrival to Chennai.
This exceptional achievement was made possible through the coordinated efforts of
the medical teams and the unwavering support of the Ranipet, Chennai, and Greater
Chennai Traffic Police. The establishment of a "green corridor" facilitated the swift and seamless transportation of the organ. Such green corridors have proven to be
invaluable in expediting organ transfers from donors to recipients, contributing to the
efficiency of organ transplantation procedures and saving numerous lives. The
Medical Green Corridor initiative has emerged as a vital tool in enhancing organ
transplant procedures and increasing the number of lives saved across India.
The heart was transplanted into a 34-year-old female patient suffering from heart
failure due to dilated cardiomyopathy. Under the skillful guidance of Dr. KR
Balakrishnan, Director of the Institute of Heart and Lung Transplant & Mechanical
Circulatory Support at MGM Healthcare, the transplant was performed with great
success, offering the recipient a new lease of life.
This remarkable achievement stands as a testament to the dedication of healthcare
professionals and the collaborative spirit of communities working together to save lives.
The rapid organ transportation, coupled with the expertise of the medical team,
exemplifies the incredible progress made in organ transplantation and highlights the
potential for further advancements in the field. MGM Healthcare extends its sincere
thanks and gratitude to TRANSTAN for its invaluable support and cooperation in
making this life-saving procedure possible.
