Congestive Heart Failure Treatment in India
About Congestive Heart Failure
Key Highlights
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Improves heart pumping efficiency and blood circulation.Reduces debilitating symptoms like shortness of breath and fatigue.Can address the root structural cause of heart failure (e.g., blocked arteries, faulty valves).May decrease long-term reliance on certain medications.Significantly enhances quality of life and functional capacity.Can be a life-saving intervention for advanced heart failure./ul
Who is this surgery for?
- Severe heart failure symptoms (like breathlessness, fatigue) not controlled by maximum medical therapy.
- Underlying coronary artery disease requiring bypass surgery (CABG).
- Significant heart valve disease (stenosis or regurgitation) causing heart failure.
- Certain congenital heart defects leading to heart failure.
- End-stage heart failure as a bridge to transplant or as destination therapy (VAD implantation).
- Selected cases of dilated cardiomyopathy where surgical ventricular restoration is possible.
How to prepare
- Comprehensive cardiac evaluation including echocardiogram, cardiac catheterization, and stress tests.
- Optimization of medical therapy for heart failure and other conditions (e.g., diabetes, hypertension).
- Pre-operative counseling with the cardiac surgeon and anesthesiologist.
- Routine blood tests, chest X-ray, and ECG.
- Discontinuation of certain blood-thinning medications as advised by the doctor.
- Fasting for 8-12 hours before the surgery.
- Arranging for post-operative support and care at home.
Risks & possible complications
- Bleeding during or after surgery, potentially requiring transfusion.
- Risk of infection at the surgical site or in the chest (mediastinitis).
- Blood clots leading to stroke, heart attack, or pulmonary embolism.
- Abnormal heart rhythms (arrhythmias) which may require temporary pacing.
- Kidney dysfunction, especially in patients with pre-existing kidney disease.
- Reactions to anesthesia.
- Stroke or neurological complications.
- Failure of the surgical repair or device, requiring re-operation.
Recovery & hospital stay
- Initial recovery in the Intensive Care Unit (ICU) for 1-3 days for close monitoring.
- Pain management with medications; breathing exercises to prevent lung complications.
- Gradual mobilization starting with sitting, then walking with assistance.
- Incision care instructions to prevent infection.
- Participation in a structured cardiac rehabilitation program for supervised exercise and education.
- Strict adherence to prescribed medications, including diuretics, ACE inhibitors, and beta-blockers.
- Regular follow-up appointments with the cardiologist and surgeon.
- Lifelong lifestyle modifications including a heart-healthy diet, fluid/salt restriction, and no smoking.
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Typical hospital stay:
7-14 days
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Expected recovery time:
6-12 weeks for initial recovery; 3-6 months for full functional recovery
Frequently Asked Questions
If you are considering congestive heart failure in India, these questions and answers can help you make a confident, informed decision.
Popular choices for congestive heart failure in India include Miot Hospital Chennai, Kamineni Hospital, King Koti, Kamineni Hospital, Tadigadapa, Manipal Hospital Old Airport Road, Manipal Hospital Bhubaneswar, 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 congestive heart failure. MediFyr helps you compare cardiac surgeons 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 congestive heart failure compare across other countries where we have data.
| Country | Estimated cost range | Typical stay | Recovery time | View details |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| India | INR 250 Thousand – 1.5 Million | 7-14 days | ~ 6-12 weeks for initial recovery; 3-6 months for full functional recovery | Know More |
| Turkey | TRY 875 Thousand – 5.25 Million | 7-14 days | ~ 6-12 weeks for initial recovery; 3-6 months for full functional recovery | Know More |
Top hospitals for Congestive Heart Failure in India
These partner hospitals in India have dedicated cardiac surgery teams and experience managing patients undergoing congestive heart failure.
Hyderabad, India
20 Doctors
Vihaan Williams, a 68-year-old retired schoolteacher...
Vihaan Williams, a 68-year-old retired schoolteacher from a small town in Ohio, had always been active, tending to his garden and volunteering at the local library. Over the past year, he noticed a profound change. Simple tasks like walking to his mailbox left him gasping for air. His ankles swelled so much that his shoes no longer fit, and he began waking up at night choking for air, propped up by pillows. His primary care doctor diagnosed him with advanced systolic heart failure. Despite maximum medication, his heart function continued to decline. His cardiologist, Dr. Evans, recommended a Left Ventricular Assist Device (LVAD) implantation as a 'destination therapy' to support his failing heart and improve his quality of life. Vihaan was terrified of the idea of a mechanical pump inside his body and the lifestyle changes it required. The surgery was long, but successful. His recovery in the hospital was challenging, learning to manage the LVAD's external components. However, within weeks, the color returned to his face. For the first time in a year, he could breathe easily and walk around his garden without stopping. Emotionally, he journeyed from feeling like a burden to his family to reclaiming his independence. The LVAD, which he initially saw as an intrusion, became his 'second chance,' allowing him to return to his beloved library and enjoy quiet afternoons with his grandchildren.
Cardiac surgeons for Congestive Heart Failure
Explore experienced cardiac surgeons who regularly perform congestive heart failure and provide pre- and post-operative care in India.
- 31 Years Experience
- Pediatric Cardiac surgeon
Miot Hospital Chennai, Chennai
- 37 Years Experience
- Cardiac surgeon
Miot Hospital Chennai, Chennai
- 30 Years Experience
- Cardiac surgeon
Manipal Hospital Sarjapur Road, Bangalore
- 21 Years Experience
- Cardiac surgeon
Manipal Hospital Sarjapur Road, Bangalore
- 11 Years Experience
- Cardiac surgeon
Manipal Hospital Sarjapur Road, Bangalore
- 13 Years Experience
- Cardiac surgeon
- 31 Years Experience
- Cardiac surgeon
Manipal Hospital Whitefield, Bangalore
- 13 Years Experience
- Cardiac surgeon
Manipal Hospital Whitefield, Bangalore
- 15 Years Experience
- Cardiac surgeon
Manipal Hospital Old Airport Road, Bangalore
- 30 Years Experience
- Cardiac surgeon
Manipal Hospital Old Airport Road, Bangalore
- 16 Years Experience
- Cardiac surgeon
Manipal Hospital Old Airport Road, Bangalore
- 23 Years Experience
- Cardiac surgeon
Manipal Hospital Mysore, Mysore
- 13 Years Experience
- Cardiac surgeon
Manipal Hospital Vijayawada, vijayawada
- 23 Years Experience
- Cardiac surgeon
Manipal Hospital Malleshwaram, Bangalore
- 37 Years Experience
- Cardiac surgeon
SIMS Hospital Vadapalani, Chennai
- 8 Years Experience
- Cardiac surgeon
SIMS Hospital Vadapalani, Chennai
- 11 Years Experience
- Cardiac surgeon
SIMS Hospital Vadapalani, Chennai
- 17 Years Experience
- Cardiac surgeon
SIMS Hospital Vadapalani, Chennai
- 11 Years Experience
- Cardiac surgeon
Manipal Hospital Hebbal, Bangalore
- 15 Years Experience
- Cardiac surgeon
Manipal Hospital Hebbal, Bangalore