Noora Hospital performs Kashmir’s first cardiology procedure using Indian IVL Technology

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Srinagar, Oct 08: In a landmark achievement for cardiac care in Jammu & Kashmir, Noora Hospital Srinagar has successfully performed the first-ever coronary intervention in Kashmir using Indian-made Intravascular Lithotripsy (IVL) technology.

The breakthrough procedure was led by Prof Dr Nisar Ahmad Tramboo, Director, Cardiology and Dr Ghulam Nabi, supported by the skilled Cath Lab team headed by Mr Reyaz Ahmad, along with Azhar Shabir, Aiman, Danish, Kaisar, Faisal, and other dedicated technologists.

The use of Indian IVL technology marks a major milestone in advancing interventional cardiology within the valley. IVL employs sonic pressure waves to safely modify hardened calcium deposits inside coronary arteries, ensuring optimal stent deployment and improved long-term outc