New Delhi, Jan. 22 -- Cardiac care has undergone a notable transformation over the last five decades. From the first balloon angioplasty performed in 1977 to today's image-guided, precision-driven interventions, the journey of heart care mirrors the evolution of medicine itself-moving steadily towards more targeted treatment for patients. In India, this evolution has been especially pronounced, as the country addresses one of the world's highest burdens of cardiovascular disease while also emerging as a global hub for medical technology innovation.

This transformation formed the core narrative of PRISM-PCI Conclave 2026, hosted by Meril Life Sciences at its academy in Vapi from January 16 to 18. The event brought together nearly 300 inte...