An operation or catheter procedure that replaces a heart valve that is too narrow or leaks, with a mechanical or tissue valve.
Pending doctor checkThe faulty valve is repaired where possible, or replaced with a mechanical valve (which lasts very long but needs blood thinners for life) or a tissue valve. Some patients can have a new valve placed through a tube in the leg (TAVI) instead of open surgery.
People with a narrowed or leaking heart valve causing breathlessness, chest pain, tiredness or fainting, often after rheumatic fever or from age.
Every patient gets their own estimate, in writing, from the hospital. These are the things that move it.
Room types, equipment and running costs differ from one hospital to the next.
A surgeon's fee follows their experience and how complex the operation is.
Keyhole or robotic surgery, and the make of any implant, can change the price.
Other conditions, earlier treatment and the tests you need before treatment all count.
Days in hospital, any time in intensive care and the weeks you spend recovering in India.
Physiotherapy, medicines to take home and follow-up visits are added only if your doctor asks for them.
The estimate is not final until the doctor has examined you in India. If anything changes, we explain it before you agree to it.
Get your written estimateMechanical valves last longer but need daily blood thinners. Tissue valves avoid this but may wear out after 10 to 20 years. The surgeon helps you choose.
Often, especially leaking mitral valves. Repair is preferred where possible.
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