Former Narsampet MLA Peddi Sudarshan Reddy Critical After Pulmonary Embolism, on Ventilator Support

Former Narsampet MLA and senior BRS leader Peddi Sudarshan Reddy continues to be in critical condition at Yashoda Hospital in Secunderabad, where he is on mechanical ventilation after suffering a massive pulmonary embolism that led to cardiac arrest, hospital officials said.

Reddy was initially treated at a private hospital in Warangal after collapsing due to a pulmonary embolism that caused hemodynamic collapse and shock. He was revived after multiple rounds of CPR and Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS), following an estimated 45 minutes of downtime, according to a health bulletin issued by Yashoda Hospital on Tuesday.

After initial thrombolysis — a procedure to dissolve blood clots — in Warangal, Reddy was shifted to Yashoda Hospital for advanced critical care. A multidisciplinary team of specialists in critical care, pulmonology, cardiology and neurology is overseeing his treatment.

Critical Care and Neurological Assessment

Doctors said his blood pressure and vital parameters are being maintained with minimal support, but he remains on mechanical ventilation. The hospital bulletin noted that there has been no meaningful neurological response to verbal or painful stimuli since admission, despite the absence of sedatives.

EEG, MRI brain and CT scans have indicated features suggestive of anoxic brain injury — a condition that occurs when the brain is deprived of oxygen for an extended period. A comprehensive neurological reassessment is scheduled after the completion of the 72-hour observation period to evaluate his prognosis more accurately.

Reddy’s family has been kept informed about his condition on a continuous basis, the bulletin added.

Political Background

Peddi Sudarshan Reddy represented the Narsampet Assembly constituency in Warangal district as a member of the Bharat Rashtra Samithi (BRS). He served as MLA and has been a prominent figure in the region’s political landscape. His current health situation has drawn attention from party colleagues and local residents who have been following updates on his condition.

Messages of concern have also been conveyed by political leaders across party lines in Telangana, though the hospital has not confirmed any visitors due to the intensive nature of his care.

What Happens Next

The next critical milestone is the neurological assessment after the 72-hour observation period, which will help doctors determine the extent of any brain injury and the likelihood of recovery. Until then, Reddy remains under close observation in the intensive care unit, with his vital signs being continuously monitored.

The hospital has not provided a timeline for when he might be weaned off mechanical ventilation, as that depends entirely on his neurological recovery and ability to breathe independently.

Why This Matters for Hyderabad Readers

The health of a former MLA and senior political figure from the Telangana region is a matter of public interest, particularly for residents of Warangal and the Narsampet area, as well as those who follow state politics. The case also highlights the seriousness of pulmonary embolism — a condition that can strike suddenly and requires immediate medical intervention. For readers in Hyderabad, Yashoda Hospital is a major healthcare institution, and the multidisciplinary approach being used in this case reflects the standard of advanced critical care available in the city.

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Source: Telangana Today – Hyderabad – https://telanganatoday.com/former-mla-peddi-sudarshan-reddys-health-remains-critical