Learn about Myxoma Surgery Treatment in India — how it works, who it is for, recovery timelines, and what to expect before and after surgery. Compare hospitals and doctors experienced in Myxoma Surgery and request assistance for cost estimates or appointments.

About Myxoma Surgery

Myxoma surgery is a specialized cardiac procedure performed to remove a myxoma, a non-cancerous tumor that typically develops in the heart, most often within the left atrium. As the most common primary cardiac tumor, a myxoma can obstruct blood flow, cause embolic events like stroke, or lead to constitutional symptoms. The definitive treatment is surgical excision, which is usually performed by a cardiac surgeon via open-heart surgery (median sternotomy) requiring cardiopulmonary bypass. The goal is to completely remove the tumor along with a margin of healthy tissue from its attachment site, often the interatrial septum, to prevent recurrence. This curative procedure restores normal cardiac function and alleviates associated risks, offering patients an excellent long-term prognosis.

Key Highlights

    Curative treatment that completely removes the cardiac tumor.Prevents life-threatening complications like stroke or heart failure.Restores normal blood flow and cardiac chamber function.Offers a very low recurrence rate when completely excised.Provides definitive diagnosis through tissue pathology.Alleviates debilitating constitutional symptoms (e.g., fever, weight loss)./ul

Who is this surgery for?

  • Presence of a cardiac myxoma diagnosed via echocardiogram (TTE or TEE), CT, or MRI.
  • Risk of systemic embolism, such as transient ischemic attack (TIA) or stroke.
  • Obstruction of blood flow within the heart chambers (e.g., mitral valve inflow).
  • Constitutional symptoms like fever, weight loss, or malaise attributed to the tumor.
  • Progressive enlargement of the tumor on follow-up imaging.
  • Development of arrhythmias or signs of heart failure due to the tumor.

How to prepare

  • Comprehensive cardiac evaluation including echocardiography, ECG, and possibly cardiac MRI.
  • Pre-operative blood tests, chest X-ray, and assessment of kidney function.
  • Consultation with the cardiac surgeon and anesthesiologist to discuss the procedure plan.
  • Discontinuation of blood-thinning medications (e.g., aspirin, warfarin) as advised.
  • Fasting for 6-8 hours prior to the scheduled surgery.
  • Informed consent process detailing the risks, benefits, and alternatives.

Risks & possible complications

  • General risks of open-heart surgery and anesthesia.
  • Bleeding, infection, or reaction to the blood transfusion.
  • Stroke or other neurological complications from emboli or bypass.
  • Arrhythmias, such as atrial fibrillation, requiring management.
  • Damage to surrounding heart structures (e.g., valves, conduction system).
  • Rare recurrence of the myxoma if excision is incomplete.
  • Complications related to cardiopulmonary bypass.

Recovery & hospital stay

  • Initial recovery in the Cardiac ICU for 1-2 days for close monitoring.
  • Pain management and breathing exercises to prevent lung complications.
  • Gradual mobilization starting with sitting in a chair, then short walks.
  • Incision care instructions and monitoring for signs of infection.
  • Follow-up appointments for wound check and cardiac assessment (e.g., echocardiogram).
  • Guidance on resuming activities, driving, and returning to work, typically after several weeks.
  • Long-term periodic echocardiographic surveillance to monitor for recurrence.
  • checked Typical hospital stay: 7-10 days
  • checked Expected recovery time: 6-8 weeks for full recovery

Frequently Asked Questions

If you are considering myxoma surgery in India, these questions and answers can help you make a confident, informed decision.

Procedure cost in other countries

Here is an overview of how the estimated cost, hospital stay, and recovery time for myxoma surgery compare across other countries where we have data.

Country Estimated cost range Typical stay Recovery time View details
India USD 3,680 – USD 7,887 7-10 days ~ 6-8 weeks for full recovery Know More
Turkey USD 26,663 – USD 57,134 7-10 days ~ 6-8 weeks for full recovery Know More

Top hospitals for Myxoma Surgery in India

These partner hospitals in India have dedicated cardiac surgery teams and experience managing patients undergoing myxoma surgery.

SPARSH Hospital, Hennur Road

  • IconBangalore, India
  • Icon37 Doctors

Manipal Hospital

  • IconBhubaneshwar, India
  • Icon55 Doctors

Miot Hospital

  • IconChennai, India
  • Icon250 Doctors

Manipal Hospital

  • IconSiliguri, India
  • Icon30 Doctors

SIMS Hospital

  • IconChennai, India
  • Icon71 Doctors

Manipal Hospital Mukundapur

  • IconKolkata, India
  • Icon145 Doctors

Manipal Hospital Malleshwaram

  • IconBangalore, India
  • Icon105 Doctors

SPARSH Hospital, Yelahanka

  • IconBangalore, India
  • Icon54 Doctors

Kamineni Hospital, Tadigadapa

  • Iconvijayawada, India
  • Icon44 Doctors

Medanta The Medicity

  • IconGurgaon, India
  • Icon900 Doctors

Nanavati Max Hospital

  • IconMumbai, India
  • Icon187 Doctors

SS SPARSH Hospital, RR Nagar

  • IconBangalore, India
  • Icon6 Doctors
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Cardiac surgeons for Myxoma Surgery

Explore experienced cardiac surgeons who regularly perform myxoma surgery and provide pre- and post-operative care in India.

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Dr. Anurag Goyal - Cardiac surgeon at Medanta Hospital Gurgaon with 16 years experience
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Dr. Firdoos Ahmad Mir - Cardiac surgeon at Medanta Hospital Gurgaon with 14 years experience
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Dr. Madhur Sahay - Cardiac surgeon at Medanta Hospital Gurgaon with 14 years experience
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Dr. Mohan Venkatesh Pulle - Cardiac surgeon at Medanta Hospital Gurgaon with 14 years experience
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Dr. Swarnika Srivastava - Cardiac surgeon at Medanta Hospital Gurgaon with 14 years experience
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Dr. Vikas Mudgal - Cardiac surgeon at Medanta Hospital Gurgaon with 14 years experience
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