Case of the week – Dr. Amit Ballamwar When Seconds Turned Critical at Midnight, Wockhardt Hospitals, Nagpur Gave a Family Their Hope Back

Wockhardt Hospitals, Nagpur Saves 72-Year-Old Woman in Dramatic Midnight Heart Emergency: A Powerful Reminder That Every Second Counts

Nagpur: In a remarkable life-saving effort shortly past midnight, Wockhardt Hospitals, Nagpur rescued a 72-year-old woman who suffered a major heart attack after dismissing her symptoms for nearly three hours. The incident underlines how urgent action and timely cardiac care can make a life-saving difference.

The elderly homemaker experienced continuous chest discomfort earlier in the evening but assumed it was due to acidity and visited a nearby clinic. Her symptoms rapidly worsened - severe chest pressure, heavy sweating, and a frightening feeling of danger, classic warning signs of a severe heart attack. Realizing the urgency, the local clinic promptly referred her to Wockhardt Hospitals, Nagpur.

The moment she arrived, the Emergency Department recognized the gravity of her condition. Without losing even a minute, the team initiated cardiac protocols and rushed her for an emergency angiography.

The procedure was led by Dr. Amit Ballamwar, Consultant Interventional Cardiologist, who discovered a 100% blockage in one of the heart’s major arteries, a condition that can turn fatal within minutes if left untreated. Acting swiftly, Dr. Ballamwar and his team restored blood flow by removing the clot and implanting two stents.

Within moments, her heart rhythm stabilized, marking a critical turning point.

Hospital officials highlighted the seamless coordination between the Emergency, Cath Lab, and ICU units that made the rescue possible. According to Dr. Ballamwar, “This patient survived because she reached a cardiac-ready hospital just in time. A delay of even a few more minutes could have caused irreversible heart damage.”

Walking back Again in 48 Hours, All thanks to timely rapid treatment, the patient was able to walk and interact with her family within two days. While her heart suffered some damage, early intervention prevented long-term disability and ensured a strong recovery outlook.

Doctors at Wockhardt Hospitals, Nagpur issued a strong public warning, urging people not to ignore chest pain that lasts more than 15–20 minutes. They advised seeking immediate medical help if chest discomfort comes with sweating, nausea, or breathlessness, as these may signal a serious cardiac emergency. 

The team stressed the importance of going straight to a cardiac-equipped hospital, as visiting clinics or trying home remedies can waste precious, life-saving minutes. They also reminded the community to keep blood pressure, diabetes, and cholesterol well-controlled to reduce the risk of such emergencies.

Wockhardt Hospitals, Nagpur aims to spread a clear message: In heart emergencies, time lost is muscle lost—and sometimes, time lost is a life lost.