Apollo Children’s Hospital Pioneers Non-Surgical Fontan Procedure
Apollo Children's Hospital Pioneers Non-Surgical Fontan Procedure, Revolutionizing Pediatric Heart Treatment
* World-First Achievement Offers New Hope for Children with Complex Cardiac Conditions*
Chennai, 27th August, 2024: Apollo Children's Hospital has marked a groundbreaking milestone in pediatric cardiac care by successfully performing the Fontan procedure without surgical intervention. This achievement, led by Dr. Neville AG Solomon, Head of the Cardiac Department, and Dr. CS Muthukumaran, Head of Interventional Cardiology, represents a significant leap forward in treating complex heart conditions in children.
With a track record of over 6,500 open-heart surgeries and 10,133 interventional procedures, Apollo Children's Hospital has established itself as a leader in pediatric cardi...