1. Doctors Perform Minimally Invasive Cardiac Procedure in a Frail 92-Year-Old Woman A team at Manipal Hospital successfully treated a frail 92-year-old woman with severe ischemic mitral regurgitation using transcatheter mitral edge-to-edge repair (MTEER). The patient had a history of angioplasty, underlying lung disease, and poor cardiac function, and experienced breathlessness even during routine daily activities. She presented with NYHA Class IV symptoms at admission. Given her advanced age, frailty, and multiple comorbidities, the team led by Dr.
M. Sudhakar Rao opted for the minimally invasive procedure. Following the two-hour intervention, the patient regained mobility within days and was able to walk for 20–25 minutes without breathlessness or fatigue within a week. 2. WHO Announces $518 Million Plan to Combat Ebola Outbreak The World Health Organization (WHO) has unveiled a…
