Health ministry asked to examine coronary stent safety concerns

Cabinet secretariat has directed the Union health ministry to investigate safety issues related to coronary stents. These concerns were raised by Rajya Sabha member Ajeet Madhavrao Gopchade regarding models withdrawn in Sri Lanka. Gopchade emphasized the need for strengthening India's regulatory framework for coronary stents. He called for improved clinical documentation and robust traceability for implanted stents. His representation highlighted the importance of patient follow-up and monitoring of device-related complications.