Dr. Dhritabrata Das Reviews

A 15-year-old with Marfan syndrome and aortic root dilation received personalized medical management and lifestyle advice from Dr. Das, delaying the need for surgery and allowing the patient to pursue academic goals.

A 7-year-old girl from a remote tribal village presented with severe cyanosis and fatigue; previously misdiagnosed as asthma. Dr. Das identified a complex Tetralogy of Fallot and organized a crowdfunding campaign for her surgery. Post-surgery, she made a full recovery and now participates in school sports.

An affluent 16-year-old athlete collapsed during a marathon, revealing an undiagnosed hypertrophic cardiomyopathy. Dr. Das implemented a tailored medication regimen and lifestyle modifications, allowing the patient to resume non-competitive physical activities with regular monitoring.

A newborn from a low-income family was rushed to Manipal with critical coarctation of the aorta. Dr. Das performed emergency surgery within hours of birth, coordinating with social workers to ensure follow-up care and financial support for the family.

A 12-year-old boy with Down syndrome and a complete AV canal defect had been refused surgery elsewhere due to complexity. Dr. Das successfully repaired the defect with a novel technique, and the child showed remarkable improvement in oxygen saturation and energy levels within weeks.

A 3-year-old from an urban slum presented with recurrent pneumonia and failure to thrive. Dr. Das diagnosed a large PDA and performed a minimally invasive device closure. The child’s health transformed dramatically, with no further hospitalizations.

A teenage refugee with no prior healthcare access was found to have severe pulmonary stenosis. Dr. Das arranged pro bono balloon valvuloplasty, resulting in immediate symptom relief and the patient’s successful integration into a local school.

A 5-year-old with Kawasaki disease and giant coronary aneurysms was managed by Dr. Das using a combination of immunosuppressive therapy and close monitoring, avoiding surgery. The aneurisms regressed significantly over six months.

An infant with heterotaxy syndrome and complex cardiac anomalies required a staged surgical approach. Dr. Das coordinated a multi-disciplinary team, and after three procedures over two years, the child achieved stable cardiac function.

A 14-year-old girl from an upper-middle-class family experienced sudden palpitations; diagnosed with WPW syndrome. Dr. Das performed a successful radiofrequency ablation, and she returned to her normal routine within days with no recurrence.

A 2-year-old with Williams syndrome and supravalvular aortic stenosis underwent a customized surgical repair by Dr. Das. The patient’s postoperative course was smooth, with significant improvement in gradient and developmental milestones.

A 10-year-old boy from a rural area presented with advanced Eisenmenger syndrome due to a neglected VSD. Dr. Das initiated targeted pulmonary hypertension therapy, improving quality of life despite the inoperable condition.

A newborn with hypoplastic left heart syndrome was deemed inoperable elsewhere. Dr. Das proposed an innovative hybrid procedure, combining surgery and catheterization, which extended the infant’s life by 18 months with good quality.

A 6-year-old with recurrent syncope was found to have long QT syndrome. Dr. Das implanted a subcutaneous ICD and provided genetic counseling for the family, preventing potential sudden cardiac death.

An 8-year-old from a single-parent household underwent successful ASD device closure by Dr. Das. The procedure was covered by hospital charity funds, and the child returned to school within a week with no restrictions.