A Soldier’s Fight Against Neuro AVM: Shahadat’s Healing in India
When 24-year-old Mr. Shahadat Hossein, a proud soldier in the Bangladesh military, began experiencing sudden dizziness and fainting during a campaign, his active, adventurous life took a worrying turn.
What seemed like a one-time incident soon became more frequent and intense, and he gradually noticed his vision in one eye starting to deteriorate. Several evaluations were done in Bangladesh, but the complexity of his neurological symptoms required advanced neuro-imaging and neuro-interventional expertise that are still limited locally. His doctors advised him to seek advanced neurological treatment in India, and through a colleague who had previously used VivaVel’s services, Shahadat and his family contacted VivaVel Health.
At VivaVel, we always present patients with the best 2–3 hospital options in India based on their condition, technology needs, and specialist expertise. For Shahadat, we recommended Artemis Hospital, Gurgaon and Medanta Medicity, Gurugram – both leading choices for patients from Bangladesh seeking neuro treatment in India. Because his family was very concerned, they decided to be doubly sure by getting him evaluated at both hospitals.
For Shahadat and his family, travelling from Bangladesh to India for brain treatment was an overwhelming decision. VivaVel ensured that every step of the journey was seamless — from fast-tracked medical visa assistance, appointment scheduling, and documentation to airport pickup, hotel coordination, and language support. Our team stayed connected with him throughout his stay, helping with hospital formalities, daily logistics, and follow-up planning. This end-to-end support gave his family immense peace of mind and the confidence to proceed with treatment in a new country, knowing they were never alone during the entire process.
At Artemis Hospital, Shahadat was evaluated by Dr. Tariq Matin, and at Medanta Medicity, by Dr. Gaurav Goel — both highly respected leaders in neurovascular care. Their teams work with advanced biplane DSA angiography, hybrid neuro-operating rooms, and specialised neuro-interventional units equipped to diagnose complex brain vessel disorders with precision. Independent assessments at both hospitals confirmed the same diagnosis: an Arteriovenous Malformation (AVM) — a tangled cluster of abnormal arteries and veins in the brain that disrupts normal blood flow. If untreated, an AVM can lead to progressive neurological symptoms, seizures, vision loss, stroke, or even life-threatening hemorrhage.
The specialists discussed two main treatment options with him: microsurgical resection (complete surgical removal) and Endovascular Embolization. After careful evaluation of risks, recovery, and long-term outcomes, Shahadat chose Endovascular Embolization in India – a minimally invasive procedure in which a microcatheter is threaded through the blood vessels to reach the AVM and block the abnormal connections from inside. This approach avoids a large brain incision, reduces surgical risk, and usually allows a faster, smoother recovery than open surgery.
At VivaVel Health, we are honoured to have guided Shahadat’s cross-border treatment from Bangladesh to India, and we remain committed to helping more patients access safe, specialised care at the right hospitals, with the right experts, at the right time.
If you or a loved one is seeking safe, specialised treatment in India, VivaVel is here to guide you with trusted hospitals, expert doctors, and complete travel support — every step of the way.
Author
Naiyara Arshi, M.Sc. | B.Ed.











