Intraventricular Hemorrhage Treatment in India
About Intraventricular Hemorrhage
Key Highlights
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Emergency intervention to relieve life-threatening pressure on the brain.Helps prevent or manage secondary hydrocephalus (fluid buildup).Minimally invasive options like External Ventricular Drainage (EVD) are often available.Aims to reduce further brain injury and improve long-term neurological outcomes.Performed by specialized neurosurgeons in advanced neurocritical care units.
Who is this surgery for?
- Significant bleeding into the brain's ventricles detected on CT or MRI scan.
- Rapidly increasing intracranial pressure (ICP) threatening brain function.
- Development of acute hydrocephalus due to blood obstructing CSF flow.
- Deteriorating level of consciousness or neurological exam.
- As a complication of severe head trauma, hemorrhagic stroke, or ruptured aneurysm.
- Common in premature infants with fragile blood vessels (Germinal Matrix Hemorrhage).
How to prepare
- Emergency stabilization: Securing airway, breathing, and circulation in the ICU.
- Rapid neuroimaging (CT scan) to confirm diagnosis and assess bleed size.
- Administration of medications to reduce brain swelling and prevent seizures.
- Informed consent process from patient or family, explaining the critical nature of the procedure.
- Blood tests and coagulation profile to guide management of bleeding risk.
- Preparation of the operating room or ICU bedside for sterile procedure.
Risks & possible complications
- Infection, including ventriculitis or meningitis, especially with external drains.
- Bleeding at the surgical site or new hemorrhage.
- Damage to surrounding brain tissue leading to neurological deficits.
- Failure of the drain or need for revision surgery.
- Persistent hydrocephalus requiring a permanent shunt placement.
- Seizures, stroke, or coma.
- Risks associated with general anesthesia.
Recovery & hospital stay
- Initial recovery in a Neuro-Intensive Care Unit (NICU/ICU) with close monitoring of neurological status and intracranial pressure.
- Gradual weaning and removal of external ventricular drains if ICP normalizes.
- Management of underlying cause (e.g., blood pressure control, aneurysm clipping).
- Early rehabilitation with physical, occupational, and speech therapy to address deficits.
- Regular follow-up imaging (CT/MRI) to monitor resolution of blood and ventricular size.
- Long-term follow-up for potential development of chronic hydrocephalus requiring shunt.
- Ongoing outpatient neurological and rehabilitative care.
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Typical hospital stay:
14-30 days or more
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Expected recovery time:
Several months to over a year for optimal rehabilitation
Frequently Asked Questions
If you are considering intraventricular hemorrhage in India, these questions and answers can help you make a confident, informed decision.
Popular choices for intraventricular hemorrhage in India include Medanta The Medicity, Kamineni Hospital LB Nagar, Cytecare Hospital, Miot Hospital Chennai, Nanavati Max Hospital, 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 intraventricular hemorrhage. MediFyr helps you compare neurosurgeons 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 intraventricular hemorrhage compare across other countries where we have data.
| Country | Estimated cost range | Typical stay | Recovery time | View details |
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| India | USD 2,719 – USD 8,701 | 14-30 days or more | ~ Several months to over a year for optimal rehabilitation | Know More |
| Turkey | USD 20,131 – USD 64,420 | 14-30 days or more | ~ Several months to over a year for optimal rehabilitation | Know More |
Top hospitals for Intraventricular Hemorrhage in India
These partner hospitals in India have dedicated neurosurgery teams and experience managing patients undergoing intraventricular hemorrhage.
Bangalore, India
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Neurosurgeons for Intraventricular Hemorrhage
Explore experienced neurosurgeons who regularly perform intraventricular hemorrhage and provide pre- and post-operative care in India.
- 24 Years Experience
- Neurosurgeon
Manipal Hospital Bhubaneswar