- The patient, who had recurrent refractory heart failure with an ejection fraction of just 15%, underwent TEER therapy and was able to avoid a heart transplant.
- He arrived from Iraq with severely compromised heart function (EF 15%), multi‑organ failure, and had already been advised a heart transplant at multiple centres.
- The MitraClip (TEER) procedure successfully repaired the leaking mitral valve, restoring stable heart rhythm and improving pumping efficiency.
- His total hospital stay lasted 10 days, including 5 days on ventilator support, after which he made a full recovery and was discharged with continued home‑care monitoring.
Delhi – 12 December 2025: In a landmark achievement, Paras Health Gurugram has successfully saved the life of 58‑year‑old Iraqi patient, Hadi Mustafa Hamad, who arrived at the hospital in a near‑collapse state with 15% heart function, severe multi‑organ failure, and had been advised a heart transplant at multiple centres.
The patient was suffering from refractory repeated heart failure, fluid‑filled lungs, unstable blood pressure, and declining kidney function. His symptoms had been misdiagnosed as asthma for nearly two years, as diabetes masked his chest pain. By the time he reached Paras Health, he was on a ventilator and Intra‑Aortic Balloon Pump (IABP) support, with most hospitals refusing further intervention.
A multidisciplinary team led by Dr. Amit Bhushan, Director & Unit Head – Cardiology, Paras Health Gurugram, performed a rare, high‑risk dual intervention using MitraClip (TEER) to repair the severely leaking mitral valve and restore circulation.
A Life‑Saving, Multi‑Step Intervention
Explaining the complexity, Dr. Amit Bhushan said:
“This was one of the most challenging cases we have managed. A single intervention alone could not have saved him. We deployed a second MitraClip, during which the patient went into shock and required CPR. After multiple episodes of instability, he was revived. The MitraClip repaired the leaking valve, restored forward blood flow, and stabilised the heart enough to support recovery. This coordinated, stepwise approach was the only viable path when every other option had been exhausted.”
Following the procedure, the patient remained in the CCU on ventilator support for five days, with a total hospital stay of 10 days. He made a full recovery and was discharged under home‑care supervision.
What is MitraClip (TEER)?
TEER (Transcatheter Edge‑to‑Edge Repair) is a minimally invasive valve‑repair procedure performed through a vein in the leg. A small clip is attached to the leaking mitral valve to prevent backward blood flow, improving heart rhythm and pumping efficiency. It is often the only option for patients too high‑risk for open‑heart surgery.
A 14‑Member Specialist Team Behind the Success
The complex intervention involved 14 specialists, including interventional and non‑invasive cardiologists, cardiac anaesthesia, intensivists, cath‑lab teams, paramedical staff, and technical experts guiding the MitraClip under 3D TEE and fluoroscopy.
Key members included:
Dr. Sushant Srivastava (Chairman – CTVS), Dr. Nadeem, Dr. Ambika, Dr. Adil, Dr. Faisal Mufti, Dr. Nitish Sharma, Dr. Nasreen, Dr. Sangamitra, and Dr. Ranjan, who played crucial roles throughout the procedure and postoperative care.
Family Testimonial
A family member, Faris Hamad, said: “Every hospital told us only a transplant could save him. At Paras Health Gurugram, the team gave us clarity, confidence, and a real chance at recovery. Watching him walk out after being admitted on a ventilator felt nothing short of a miracle.”
Remarkable Recovery
Within ten days:
- Heart function improved from 15% to nearly 40%
- Kidney function normalised
- Lung congestion resolved
- The patient began walking and breathing independently
Earlier, he struggled to walk a few steps; now he enjoys long morning walks without difficulty.
A Centre of Excellence for Complex Cardiac Care
This case demonstrates how advanced heart‑repair technologies like MitraClip (TEER) are transforming outcomes for patients who are too high‑risk for open‑heart surgery. It reinforces Paras Health Gurugram’s position as a leading centre for complex cardiac interventions in India.
