Patna: A private hospital in Bihar’s capital says it has introduced advanced procedures for the treatment of complex cardiac arrhythmias, potentially reducing the need for patients to travel to larger metropolitan centres for specialised care.
Medanta Hospital announced the development at a press conference on Friday, outlining its growing electrophysiology (EP) services and reporting improved outcomes in patients treated for abnormal heart rhythms.
Hospital officials said the facility now offers radiofrequency (RF) ablation procedures supported by 3D cardiac mapping technology. The service is being led by a full-time electrophysiologist, Dr Papi Bala.
Cardiac arrhythmias — conditions that cause the heart to beat too quickly, too slowly or irregularly — are often underdiagnosed or managed with medication alone. Specialists at the hospital said RF ablation, a minimally invasive procedure that targets and neutralises abnormal electrical pathways in the heart, can address the underlying cause of the condition rather than simply controlling symptoms.
According to the hospital, patients undergoing the procedure typically experience rapid relief and are able to resume normal activities within a few days, although outcomes may vary depending on the severity of the condition.
Dr Pramod Kumar, director and head of the Medanta Heart Institute, said the addition of EP services strengthens the hospital’s ability to provide comprehensive cardiac care. “This allows us to diagnose and treat both structural and electrical heart conditions with greater precision under one roof,” he said.
The hospital’s medical director, Dr Ravi Shankar Singh, said the expansion reflects a broader effort to make advanced medical care accessible within Bihar. “Our aim is to ensure patients no longer need to travel to cities such as Delhi for specialised cardiac treatment,” he said.
Medical experts warn that untreated arrhythmias can increase the risk of serious complications, including stroke and sudden cardiac arrest, underscoring the importance of early diagnosis and timely intervention.
