Blood Clot Treatment in India
About Blood Clot
Key Highlights
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Prevents life-threatening complications like stroke, heart attack, or pulmonary embolism.Alleviates pain, swelling, and other symptoms associated with impaired blood flow.Utilizes a personalized treatment plan based on clot location, size, and patient health.Employs both medication management and, when necessary, minimally invasive or surgical interventions.Focuses on long-term prevention strategies to reduce the risk of future clot formation.
Who is this surgery for?
- Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT): Clot in a deep vein, usually in the leg, causing pain and swelling.
- Pulmonary Embolism (PE): A clot that travels to the lungs, causing chest pain and shortness of breath.
- Arterial Thrombosis: Clot in an artery, which can lead to stroke or heart attack.
- Atrial Fibrillation: An irregular heart rhythm that increases the risk of clot formation in the heart.
- Recent major surgery, trauma, or prolonged immobility (e.g., long flights).
- Certain genetic or acquired conditions that increase blood clotting (thrombophilia).
How to prepare
- Detailed medical history review and physical examination by the Internal Medicine specialist.
- Blood tests to check clotting function, kidney and liver health, and for markers like D-dimer.
- Imaging tests such as Doppler ultrasound, CT angiography, or V/Q scan to locate and assess the clot.
- Discussion of all current medications, especially any that affect bleeding (e.g., aspirin, NSAIDs).
- Informed consent process explaining the diagnosis, proposed treatment options, and potential risks.
- For planned procedures (like catheter-directed thrombolysis), instructions regarding fasting may be given.
Risks & possible complications
- Bleeding: The most common risk, especially with anticoagulant therapy, ranging from minor bruising to severe internal bleeding.
- Clot Recurrence: Despite treatment, new clots may form.
- Post-thrombotic Syndrome: Chronic leg pain, swelling, and skin changes after a DVT.
- Allergic Reaction: Rare reactions to contrast dye used in imaging or to medications.
- Medication Side Effects: Such as hair loss or skin rash with certain blood thinners.
- Procedure-specific Risks: For interventions, risks include damage to blood vessels, infection, or failure to completely remove the clot.
Recovery & hospital stay
- Initial monitoring in the hospital to ensure treatment effectiveness and manage any immediate complications.
- Strict adherence to prescribed anticoagulant medication regimen, including regular blood tests (INR checks for warfarin).
- Use of compression stockings as recommended to reduce swelling and prevent post-thrombotic syndrome.
- Gradual increase in physical activity as advised; walking is often encouraged to promote circulation.
- Lifestyle modifications such as staying hydrated, avoiding prolonged sitting/standing, and maintaining a healthy weight.
- Regular follow-up appointments with the Internal Medicine doctor to monitor recovery, adjust medications, and assess for recurrence.
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Typical hospital stay:
3-7 days
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Expected recovery time:
Several weeks to 3-6 months
Frequently Asked Questions
If you are considering blood clot in India, these questions and answers can help you make a confident, informed decision.
Popular choices for blood clot in India include Manipal Hospital Ghaziabad, Manipal Hospital Malleshwaram, Manipal Hospital EM Bypass, Manipal Hospital Kanakapura Road, KMC Hospital Mangalore, known for experienced specialists and advanced surgical infrastructure.
Look at the doctor’s years of experience, hospital association, patient reviews, and how often they perform blood clot. MediFyr helps you compare internal medicine specialists and book consultations online.
The overall cost depends on hospital category, surgeon’s experience, room type, implant or device used (if any), length of stay, tests, and post-operative care. Our team can help you get cost estimates from multiple hospitals before you decide.
Procedure cost in other countries
Here is an overview of how the estimated cost, hospital stay, and recovery time for blood clot compare across other countries where we have data.
Top hospitals for Blood Clot in India
These partner hospitals in India have dedicated internal medicine teams and experience managing patients undergoing blood clot.
Ghaziabad, India
43 Doctors
Aarav Reddy, a 42-year-old software engineer...
Aarav Reddy, a 42-year-old software engineer and father of two, had always been active but noticed increasing fatigue and a persistent, dull ache in his left calf after long hours at his desk. A family history of clotting disorders worried him, especially when his calf became swollen, warm, and turned reddish. His primary care physician, concerned about a possible Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT), ordered an ultrasound which confirmed a clot. The doctor recommended immediate initiation of anticoagulant therapy (blood thinners) to prevent the clot from growing or traveling to his lungs. Aarav started on a direct oral anticoagulant (DOAC). The treatment was straightforward, a daily pill, but came with anxiety about bleeding risks and frequent blood monitoring initially. Over six months, with careful management, the clot resolved. His swelling subsided, and he gradually returned to his walks with his children. Emotionally, he journeyed from fear and vulnerability, worried about his role as a provider, to immense relief and a newfound commitment to regular movement and hydration, feeling he had dodged a serious bullet for his family's sake.
Internal Medicine Specialists for Blood Clot
Explore experienced internal medicine specialists who regularly perform blood clot and provide pre- and post-operative care in India.
- 41 Years Experience
- Internal Medicine Specialist
Manipal Hospital Yeshwanthpur, Bangalore
- 11 Years Experience
- Internal Medicine Specialist
- 8 Years Experience
- Internal Medicine Specialist
- 8 Years Experience
- Internal Medicine Specialist
- 8 Years Experience
- Internal Medicine Specialist
- 22 Years Experience
- Internal Medicine Specialist
Manipal Hospital Whitefield, Bangalore
- 16 Years Experience
- Internal Medicine Specialist
Manipal Hospital Whitefield, Bangalore
- 15 Years Experience
- Internal Medicine Specialist
Manipal Hospital Whitefield, Bangalore
- 32 Years Experience
- Internal Medicine Specialist
Manipal Hospital Old Airport Road, Bangalore
- 18 Years Experience
- Internal Medicine Specialist
Manipal Hospital Patiala, Patiala
- 14 Years Experience
- Internal Medicine Specialist
Manipal Hospital Patiala, Patiala
- 8 Years Experience
- Internal Medicine Specialist
Manipal Hospital Patiala, Patiala
- 13 Years Experience
- Internal Medicine Specialist
Manipal Hospital Vijayawada, vijayawada
- 9 Years Experience
- Internal Medicine Specialist
Manipal Hospital Vijayawada, vijayawada
- 43 Years Experience
- Internal Medicine Specialist
Manipal Hospital Malleshwaram, Bangalore
- 36 Years Experience
- Internal Medicine Specialist
Manipal Hospital Malleshwaram, Bangalore
- 23 Years Experience
- Internal Medicine Specialist
Manipal Hospital Malleshwaram, Bangalore
- 23 Years Experience
- Internal Medicine Specialist
Manipal Hospital Kharadi, Pune
- 21 Years Experience
- Internal Medicine Specialist
Manipal Hospital Kharadi, Pune
- 15 Years Experience
- Internal Medicine Specialist
Manipal Hospital Jayanagar, Bangalore