Cardiac Surgery
Cardiac surgery covers a range of procedures performed on the heart and its blood vessels to treat conditions such as blocked arteries, faulty valves, and irregular heart rhythms.
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Cardiac treatment in India covers everything from diagnostic angiography to open-heart procedures, handled by cardiac teams who work with high patient volumes every year. Common surgeries include bypass grafting, valve repair or replacement, and minimally invasive angioplasty done through a small catheter instead of open surgery.
India has grown into one of the go-to destinations for heart patients from across the world, and a lot of that comes down to the mix of experienced surgeons, modern cath labs, and pricing that stays well below US or UK rates for the same procedure. Every patient starts with a cardiac work-up, gets a clear treatment plan and cost estimate, and is assigned a coordinator who handles travel, admission, and follow-up visits after discharge.
Cardiac surgery is recommended once medication and lifestyle changes are no longer enough to manage the underlying heart condition on their own.
- Coronary Artery Disease
- Heart Valve Disorders
- Congenital Heart Defects
- Arrhythmia (Irregular Heartbeat)
- Heart Failure
- Cardiomyopathy
The right procedure depends on the extent of blockage, valve condition, and overall heart function. Our cardiac team reviews the angiography and other reports before recommending a course of treatment.
Coronary Angioplasty
A catheter-based procedure that opens blocked arteries using a balloon and stent, done without open-chest surgery.
Coronary Artery Bypass Grafting (CABG)
Reroutes blood flow around blocked arteries using a graft, usually recommended for multiple or severe blockages.
Heart Valve Repair or Replacement
Fixes or replaces a damaged valve so blood flows through the heart the way it should, using mechanical or tissue valves.
Patients with severe artery blockages, damaged valves, congenital heart defects, or heart failure that no longer responds to medication are usually advised surgery after a full cardiac evaluation.
Angioplasty patients are often discharged within 2 to 3 days, while bypass or valve surgery usually needs 5 to 7 days in the hospital, including time in the ICU.
Both options exist. Off-pump (beating heart) bypass avoids the heart-lung machine and can mean a shorter recovery, while on-pump bypass is preferred for more complex blockages.
Most patients need 2 to 3 weeks of local recovery and a cardiologist's clearance before flying, depending on the procedure and how the healing is progressing.
Yes. Cardiac procedures are performed at NABH and JCI accredited hospitals with dedicated ICUs, and every case goes through a detailed pre-operative work-up before the surgical team proceeds.
Most patients resume light activity within 4 to 6 weeks, with full recovery, including cardiac rehab, generally taking around 3 months.
Blood thinners and cholesterol-lowering medication are typically prescribed long term to keep the arteries clear and lower the risk of another cardiac event.
Most international cardiac patients plan for 15 to 20 days, covering the initial evaluation, surgery, hospital recovery, and a follow-up check before travelling home.