Shreyas Talpade

Actor Shreyas Talpade was admitted to a Mumbai hospital following a heart attack. He underwent angioplasty and is currently in a stable condition.

“Shreyas, aged 47, experienced a heart attack while shooting for ‘Welcome to the Jungle’ in the evening. He underwent angioplasty and is currently in stable condition,” said a source close to the actor, as reported by khabrain24. Shreyas Talpade is currently admitted to Bellevue Hospital in Andheri West, Mumbai.

Meanwhile, the 47-year-old actor is preparing for his role in ‘Welcome to the Jungle,’ directed by Ahmed Khan. The star-studded cast includes Akshay Kumar, Disha Patani, Suniel Shetty, Paresh Rawal, Raveena Tandon, Jacqueline Fernandez, Sanjay Dutt, Rajpal Yadav, Kiku Sharda, Daler Mehndi, Mika Singh, Rahul Dev, Mukesh Tiwari, Sharib Hashmi, Inaamulhaq, Zakir Hussain, and Yashpal Sharma.

This marks the third installment of the successful ‘Welcome’ franchise, with the original featuring Feroz Khan, Akshay Kumar, Katrina Kaif, Anil Kapoor, Nana Patekar, and Paresh Rawal. In 2015, the second installment, titled ‘Welcome Back,’ was released, starring John Abraham and Shruti Haasan.

Earlier this year in March, actor Sushmita Sen also experienced a heart attack and underwent angioplasty. The 47-year-old actor shared the update with her fans through an Instagram post, stating, “I suffered a heart attack a couple of days back…Angioplasty done…stent in place…and most importantly, my cardiologist reconfirmed ‘I do have a big heart.'”

what is Angioplasty?

Angioplasty is a medical intervention employed to open narrowed or obstructed blood vessels, commonly performed on coronary arteries that supply blood to the heart muscle. The procedure involves a catheter, a thin tube with a balloon on its tip, threaded through blood vessels to the site of blockage. Once positioned, the balloon is inflated, expanding the narrowed artery and compressing plaque or fatty deposits against the artery walls, thereby enhancing blood flow to the heart.

In some instances, a stent, a small mesh tube, may be inserted during angioplasty to maintain the openness of the artery. The stent acts as a supportive scaffold, preventing the artery walls from collapsing and ensuring sustained patency.

Angioplasty serves as a prevalent technique for addressing conditions like coronary artery disease and peripheral artery disease. It proves effective in alleviating symptoms such as chest pain (angina) and enhancing blood circulation to the affected regions. As a minimally invasive alternative to open-heart surgery, angioplasty is widely accepted as a standard treatment for various cardiovascular conditions.

Risks and complications

1. Infection: There is a risk of infection at the catheter insertion site.
2. Bleeding: Bleeding may occur at the puncture site or inside the artery.
3. Blood vessel damage: The blood vessel may get damaged during the catheter insertion.
4. Allergic reaction: Some patients may have an allergic reaction to the contrast dye used during the procedure.
5. Blood clots: Formation of blood clots is a potential complication.
6. Heart attack or stroke: In rare cases, the procedure may lead to a heart attack or stroke.
7. Kidney problems: The contrast dye can sometimes cause kidney issues, especially in patients with pre-existing kidney problems.
8. Re-narrowing of the artery: In some cases, the treated artery may become narrow again.
9. Need for additional procedures: Additional interventions or surgeries may be required in certain situations.
10. Radiation exposure: The use of X-rays during the procedure exposes the patient to some level of radiation.

It’s essential to note that while these risks exist, angioplasty is generally a safe and effective procedure, and the decision to undergo it is based on a careful assessment of the individual’s overall health and the severity of their condition by healthcare professionals.