29-Year-Old Intern Living Away from Family Survives Heart Attack Following Timely Medical Intervention by Fortis Hospital, Anandapur 

29-Year-Old Intern Living Away from Family Survives Heart Attack Following Timely Medical Intervention by Fortis Hospital, Anandapur 

Kolkata, April 2025: A 29-year-old intern from Bihar, currently working and living alone in Kolkata, survived a life-threatening heart attack after timely and coordinated emergency care at Fortis Hospital, Anandapur. The young man, working at a firm in South City Business Park, was rushed to the Emergency Department of Fortis Anandapur with severe chest pain. 

Upon arrival, his condition was critical. His heart was failing to pump blood properly — a condition known as cardiogenic shock. Quick medical evaluation confirmed he was having a massive heart attack, and his heart function was dangerously weak. The Fortis emergency team immediately activated its “door-to-balloon” protocol – a rapid response system that moves a patient from hospital entry to artery-opening procedure within minutes. 

The patient was rushed to the cath lab, where a team led by Dr. Priyam Mukherjee, Senior Interventional Cardiologist, found that one of the main arteries supplying blood to the heart was 100% blocked, and another artery had barely any blood flow. He also had multiple blood clots, and his oxygen level had dropped significantly due to fluid buildup in the lungs, making it difficult for him to breathe. 

The situation worsened when his heart rhythm became dangerously fast multiple times, a condition known as ventricular tachycardia. To restore normal heart rhythm, the team had to perform defibrillation, which involves delivering electric shocks to the heart. He was then immediately placed on a ventilator to support his breathing, as his lungs were struggling to supply enough oxygen due to pulmonary edema (fluid buildup in the lungs). 

The medical team then performed an emergency thrombus aspiration (a procedure to remove blood clots) and angioplasty (a procedure where a balloon is used to open up a blocked artery). A stent was also placed in the artery to help keep it open, successfully restoring blood flow to his heart. 

He was then shifted to the ICU, where the critical care and anesthesiology teams carefully monitored him. Over the next two days, he steadily improved. He was taken off the ventilator, his blood pressure stabilized, and he began eating on his own again. He is now on the path to full recovery. 

Dr. Priyam Mukherjee, Senior Interventional Cardiologist, Fortis Hospital Anandapur, said 
“This was a highly complex and time-sensitive case. The patient came to us in full cardiac shock, with severe breathing issues and heart rhythm disturbances. Our ability to intervene so quickly is a result of strong teamwork and well-established emergency protocols. Unfortunately, we are seeing more young patients with serious heart ailments. In India, thousands of lives are lost every year due to sudden cardiac  

 arrests caused by delayed treatment. This case is a strong reminder of the need for greater awareness, quicker medical response, and preventive lifestyle choices.” 

Dr. Sanjukta Dutta, Head of Anesthesiology & Critical Care, Fortis Hospital Anandapur added “The case required rapid action across departments — from immediate intubation to post-surgery ICU care. It’s always more complex when young patients arrive without family support. We’re relieved to see him recover so well, especially given how critical he was on arrival.” 

Mr. Ashish Mukherjee, Facility Director, Fortis Hospital Anandapur, said “This case reflects our readiness to handle emergencies efficiently, even in high-stress situations. Our protocols combine clinical speed with compassionate care. When patients are away from their families, it's even more important to provide medical and emotional support.” 

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