Chennai, January 08, 2026: For the first time in Tamil Nadu, Kauvery Hospital, Vadapalani, has launched an advanced electroanatomical mapping technology, to provide cutting-edge cardiac electrophysiology treatments for complex heart rhythm disorders, including atrial fibrillation of the upper chambers and the dangerously fast ventricular tachycardia of the lower chambers.
The system along with a range of advanced cardiac electrophysiology technologies, that enable precise detection and targeted treatment of abnormal heart rhythm sources was launched in the presence of Actor R. Sarathkumar along with Dr. Aravindan Selvaraj, Co-Founder and Executive Director of Kauvery Group of Hospitals and, Dr. Deep Chandh Raja, Senior Consultant & Director of Cardiac Electrophysiology at Kauvery Hospital, Vadapalani
The CARTOтДвя╕П 3 system allows doctors to create high-resolution, 3D maps of the heartтАЩs electrical activity, helping them precisely locate and treat the sources of abnormal rhythms. The newly introduced CARTOSOUND┬оя╕П technology provides real-time imaging of the heart during procedures. Kauvery Hospital has also launched the QDOT┬оя╕П catheter, which delivers high-power, short-duration energy for faster and more controlled treatment of atrial fibrillation, along with the nGEN┬оя╕П radiofrequency system for ablation, which safely destroys the heart tissue responsible for irregular signals.
In his comments, Mr. Sarathkumar, said, тАЬI am happy that Kauvery Hospital, Vadapalani is pioneering advanced approaches in the treatment of arrhythmias, helping patients lead healthier lives. Heart health is truly the foundation of overall well-being, and it is important for everyone to take care of it. Simple steps such as maintaining a proper diet, practicing discipline in daily routines, exercising regularly, and leading a stress-free life can make a huge difference in keeping the heart strong and healthy.тАЭ
Dr. Aravindan Selvaraj, Co-Founder and Executive Director of Kauvery Group of Hospitals, added, тАЬThese advanced technologies enable us to perform procedures with higher safety and success rates, even in challenging cases. This initiative positions Chennai on the global map for advanced arrhythmia care and marks a major milestone in cardiac treatment at Kauvery Hospital. By bringing globally established technologies to Tamil Nadu for the first time, we are ensuring patients can access world-class care closer to home.тАЭ
Talking about the new technologies, Dr. Deep Chandh Raja, Senior Consultant & Director of Cardiac Electrophysiology at Kauvery Hospital, Vadapalani, said, тАЬHeart rhythm disorders, or arrhythmias, occur when new short circuits develop in the heartтАЩs electrical system. Patients may experience palpitations, dizziness, breathlessness, or fainting. These electrical issues are evaluated using an Electrophysiology Study, and many can be safely treated with radiofrequency ablation. However, complex arrhythmias like atrial fibrillation and ventricular tachycardia require advanced technology and specialised expertise for safe and effective treatment. With these new launches, we are making some of the most sophisticated treatments for heart rhythm disorders available in Tamil Nadu, and in some cases in India, for the first time.тАЭ
Chennai, January 6, 2026: Doctors at MGM Cancer Institute have successfully treated a 41-year-old male smoker with advanced tongue cancer (squamous cell carcinoma), a condition previously considered inoperable at several hospitals as the tumour, measuring approximately 5 ├Ч 3 cm with significant vertical extension, had spread across the entire anterior tongue, the floor of the mouth, and reached the hyoid bone, a bone in the upper neck that supports the tongue.
The patient underwent a composite resection, a single, extensive surgery aimed at removing all cancer-affected tissue. This included complete removal of the front portion of the tongue (anterior total glossectomy), removal of cancer-involved tissue from the floor of the mouth, and removal of the affected portion of the jaw bone (segmental mandibulectomy). The procedure also required removal of the hyoid bone.
Following complete tumour removal, doctors rebuilt the tongue and mouth using free flap reconstruction, an advanced technique in which healthy tissue from another part of the body was used to restore normal shape and function. As a final step, radiation therapy was administered to eliminate any remaining cancer cells at the microscopic level, ensuring complete cancer control.
The complex medical and surgical procedures were carried out by a multidisciplinary team comprising Dr. M.A. Raja, Director and Senior consultant – Medical Oncology; Dr. Sivaram Ganesamoni, HOD and Senior Consultant, Surgical Oncology; Dr. Manikandan Venkatasubramaniyan, Senior Consultant, Surgical Oncology; Dr. A. Siva Kumar, Plastic Surgeon.
Commenting on the case, Dr. Raja said, тАЬThe patient, a known smoker, presented with a persistent ulcer and abnormal growth on the tongue. Clinical examination revealed extensive involvement of the anterior tongue and floor of the mouth. A biopsy confirmed squamous cell carcinoma, a common form of oral cancer. Further evaluation with a whole-body PET scan showed that the tumour had extended deep into the tissues, reaching the hyoid bone.тАЭ
He added that considering the advanced stage of the disease and the patientтАЩs young age, the multidisciplinary tumour board recommended chemotherapy given before surgery (neoadjuvant chemotherapy) to shrink the tumour and improve surgical outcomes. тАЬAfter two cycles of chemotherapy, follow-up PET scans showed a good partial response, following which the patient was reassessed and taken up for surgery,тАЭ he said.
In his comments Dr. Sivaram Ganesamoni said, “This case highlights the integration of multimodality expertise in action, delivering results even in a seemingly impossible clinical scenario. Each one of the specialists involved are to be commended for the clinical excellence.”
Explaining the surgical procedure, Dr. Manikandan Venkatasubramaniyan said, тАЬThe surgery involved an anterior total glossectomy, which is the complete removal of the front portion of the tongue, along with resection of the entire floor of the mouth. In addition, a segmental mandibulectomy was performed to remove the affected part of the jaw bone on the right side, and the hyoid bone was also removed. To restore the large surgical defect and preserve function, the team carried out advanced reconstruction using a Free Anterolateral Thigh (ALT) flap, in which healthy tissue from the patientтАЩs left thigh was transplanted to rebuild the removed structures. The patient is disease free and is back to his routine life.тАЭ
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