Karnataka: In a landmark achievement for Indian cardiology and the Make in India initiative, a 70-year-old homemaker suffering from severe heart disease has been successfully treated with the country’s first indigenously developed Mitral Clip device (MyClip) at a Bengaluru hospital.
This marks Karnataka’s first successful Transcatheter Edge-to-Edge Repair (TEER) procedure using a made-in-India device.
The patient, who had endured severe breathlessness, swollen feet, and fatigue for nearly two years, was diagnosed with severe mitral regurgitation (MR) — a condition where blood flows backward from the heart’s lower chamber to its upper chamber instead of circulating through the body. This had significantly weakened her heart and reduced its pumping capacity.
Traditional treatments for MR open-heart surgery, heart transplant, or medication — were not viable in her case due to her age and associated risks. Instead, cardiologists opted for a non-surgical mitral valve repair using the new MyClip device, a cost-effective alternative developed by Meril Life Sciences.
Until recently, India relied entirely on expensive US-made mitral clips, limiting access to advanced heart repair for many patients. Meril’s MyClip, launched in June 2025 after receiving regulatory approval, has made this life-saving treatment more affordable and accessible to Indian patients.
The minimally invasive TEER procedure was led by Dr. Kishore K.S., senior interventional cardiologist, who inserted the MyClip through a small puncture in the thigh, repairing the leaky mitral valve without open surgery.
“The procedure took about an hour, and the patient recovered within a day,” Dr. Kishore said. “She was discharged soon after and is now able to walk and perform her daily routine comfortably.”
Dr. Kishore further explained: “Patients with severe mitral regurgitation often face high surgical risks due to age, diabetes, or frailty. If untreated, MR can have devastating outcomes — with more than 50 percent not surviving beyond a year. This MyClip procedure offers a life-saving alternative for such patients.”
According to health experts, over 4.2 million Indians suffer from severe MR, with at least 1.2 million linked to heart failure or previous heart attacks. Thousands of elderly patients across Karnataka alone face similar challenges, often being unfit for surgery or transplant.
The MyClip TEER system enables precise closure of the mitral valve flaps, preventing blood from leaking into the lungs. Most patients recover within three to five days and return quickly to normal activities.
The success of this case underscores how India’s Make in India program is transforming healthcare by offering world-class, affordable, and indigenous medical solutions, ensuring that advanced cardiac care is no longer limited by cost or accessibility.
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