Dr. S. Ramasamy, Non-Invasive Cardiology & EECP Expert Replies:
The main objective for many heart patients today is to find a treatment of heart blockage without surgery. Most seek to avoid undergoing angioplasty or Heart bypass surgery due to fears related to invasive procedures, potential complications, financial burden, lack of trust in recommendations, or simply the belief that surgery isn’t needed yet.
EECP therapy is completely external and non-surgical, making it the safest choice for patients who want to avoid surgical risks and long recovery. It stimulates natural collateral blood vessels, improving heart function without cutting or implants.
While angioplasty and bypass may be suitable for certain patients, EECP is the ideal option for those with stable angina, mild to moderate blockages, or who cannot undergo surgery due to risk factors like age or diabetes.
| Alternative Treatment | Description & Benefits | Limitations |
|---|---|---|
| EECP (Enhanced External Counter Pulsation) | Non-invasive, outpatient therapy that improves blood flow using pressure cuffs; acts as a natural bypass over 35 sessions. | Requires daily sessions; best for stable patients; slower to take effect. |
| PCI (Angioplasty + Stent) | Minimally invasive, opens narrowed arteries using balloons and stents. Quick relief for selected blockages. | Risk of restenosis, may need repeat procedures, involves stent placement. |
| Robotic-Assisted CABG | Uses robotic tools for less invasive coronary surgery with smaller incisions and faster recovery. | Still surgical, not widely available, expensive. |
| Hybrid Revascularization | Combines bypass (for major blockages) and PCI (for minor ones) in a staged or single operation. | Complex procedure, requires hybrid cath lab and skilled team. |
| Medication & Lifestyle Management | Statins, beta-blockers, aspirin combined with diet, exercise, and stress reduction can prevent surgery in early stages. | Not enough for advanced/multi-vessel disease; requires strong compliance. |
Vaso-Meditech EECP Treatment – A Natural Bypass. Often called a Natural Bypass, Vaso-Meditech EECP treatment stimulates the formation of new blood vessels around blocked arteries. Instead of removing blockages, EECP helps the body create new pathways for blood flow, making the blockages irrelevant.
At Heal Your Heart – Chennai, our EECP experts provide customized, science-backed programs for patients who want to avoid traditional surgery. This therapy enhances natural blood circulation without needles, cuts, or anesthesia.
EECP THERAPY uses a proprietary technology to inflate and deflate a series of pneumatic cuffs enclosing the lower extremities of the patients. Treatment is administered on a padded table in which three sets of electronically controlled inflation and deflation valves are located.
