Laser-Guided Renal Artery Angioplasty Performed on Hypertension Patient in Kolkata
A 60-year-old male patient in Kolkata with uncontrolled hypertension underwent a laser-guided renal artery angioplasty at Manipal Hospital Dhakuria. Conventional angioplasty was not possible due to complete blockage of the left renal artery. The laser procedure dissolved the clot and allowed stent placement, restoring blood flow and improving kidney function. The patient’s blood pressure stabilized, and he is now stable. This procedure marks an advancement in treating severe renal artery occlusion using laser technology.
First-hand measurement across 2 sources
We measured how 2 outlets covered this story. No outlet gave this story a measurable political slant — there is no left–right reading to report. Overall sentiment is positive (75/100). Lens Score 35/100.
Outlets measured: thehindu, thetribune. See how each one headlined and framed the same story in the source comparison below.
AI Analysis
Sentiment was consistent across outlets (75–75/100), indicating broadly factual reporting rather than editorialising.
Coverage timeline
thetribune broke this story on 19 Aug, 11:02 am. Other outlets followed.