First heart transplant patient of Mumbai's KEM hospital in 56 yrs dies after 40 days

Monday, 2 September 2024
Mahesh Padav, 38, made history as the first patient in 56 years to undergo a heart transplant at Mumbai’s KEM Hospital, but tragically passed away 40 days post-surgery. He developed a sudden fever, potentially due to infection or organ rejection. The cause of death remains uncertain. The hospital has two more patients awaiting heart transplants.

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Mumbai: KEM’s first heart transplant patient in 56 years passes away

40-year-old transplant recipient succumbed to an infection just 40 days after his surgery, raising concerns over post-discharge care
Mid-Day on September 2, 2024

First heart transplant patient of Mumbai's KEM hospital in 56 yrs dies after 40 days

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