Apollo Hospital Hyderabad Achieves Breakthrough: First E-CPR Survival in Southern India

Apollo Hospitals Hyderabad has achieved a ground-breaking milestone by successfully treating the first-ever E-CPR survivor in the Telugu-speaking states. This remarkable achievement underscores Apollo’s commitment to pioneering advanced critical care solutions.

On September 10th, 22-year-old Ms. Kattam Swathy arrived at Apollo Hospital, Jubilee Hills, with severe breathing difficulties and unreportable blood pressure. Despite initial treatments in the emergency department, her condition worsened, leading to cardiac arrest. In this critical moment, the decision to initiate E-CPR (ECMO-assisted CPR) was made, marking a pivotal step in her treatment.

E-CPR involves using ECMO (extracorporeal membrane oxygenation), a life-saving procedure that temporarily takes over heart and lung functions. During Ms. Swathy’s cardiac arrest, the E-CPR team swiftly initiated ECMO while continuing chest compressions. This advanced technique allowed the medical team to maintain blood flow to vital organs, providing crucial time to address the underlying causes of her cardiac arrest.

• ECMO Technology: Temporarily supports heart and lung functions
• E-CPR Process: Combines ECMO with CPR for enhanced survival chances

Apollo’s Critical Care Team emphasized, the importance of rapid decision-making and expert coordination in Ms. Swathy’s successful recovery. Ms. Swathy’s recovery highlights the transformative potential of E-CPR in emergency cardiac care. By the seventh day post-treatment, both the ventilator and ECMO were removed, and she was discharged on the tenth day in good health. This case illustrates how E-CPR can significantly improve survival rates and neurological outcomes for patients experiencing cardiac arrest.

• Survival Statistics: Sudden cardiac death affects 180,000 to 250,000 individuals annually
• E-CPR Advantages: Offers better survival chances and improved quality of life

Mr. Neeraj Lal, COO of Apollo Hospitals Hyderabad, stated, “This success story demonstrates our dedication to adopting cutting-edge technologies that save lives and enhance patient outcomes.”

A New Era in Emergency Care

The successful implementation of E-CPR at Apollo Hospitals Hyderabad sets a new standard in critical care. This innovative approach increases survival rates and ensures a higher quality of life for patient’s post-recovery. Ms. Swathy’s case exemplifies the life-saving impact of well-coordinated medical teams equipped with advanced technology.

Apollo Hospitals remains at the forefront of global healthcare leadership by continuously integrating innovative techniques into its services. As E-CPR becomes more widely adopted, Apollo is committed to expanding its capabilities and improving patient care across all its facilities.