Premature Birth Treatment in India
About Premature Birth
Key Highlights
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Specialized Neonatal Care: Ensures immediate access to life-saving NICU support for the premature infant.Multidisciplinary Team: Involves obstetricians, neonatologists, and specialized nurses for comprehensive care.Advanced Monitoring: Continuous fetal and maternal monitoring to guide timely interventions.listrongImproved Infant Outcomes:/strong Protocols like antenatal corticosteroids significantly enhance lung development and survival rates./lilistrongMaternal Health Focus:/strong Care plans address both the delivery and the mother's postpartum recovery and emotional well-being./li/ul
Who is this surgery for?
- Spontaneous onset of regular uterine contractions with cervical changes before 37 weeks.
- Premature rupture of membranes (PROM) before term.
- Medical conditions in the mother such as preeclampsia, severe infection, or uncontrolled diabetes.
- Placental complications like placenta previa or abruptio placentae.
- Multiple gestation (twins, triplets).
- Certain fetal conditions, including growth restriction or congenital abnormalities.
- Cervical insufficiency (incompetent cervix).
How to prepare
- Hospital Admission: Immediate admission to a hospital with a Level III NICU.
- Fetal Assessment: Ultrasound to confirm gestational age, fetal position, and well-being.
- Maternal Evaluation: Monitoring of vital signs, lab tests, and screening for infection.
- Medication Administration: Corticosteroids (e.g., betamethasone) to accelerate fetal lung maturity if time permits.
- Tocolytic Therapy: Attempts to temporarily slow or stop labor to allow for steroid effectiveness or transfer to a specialized center.
- Counseling: Detailed discussion with the obstetrician and neonatologist about risks, NICU care, and the delivery plan.
Risks & possible complications
- For the Baby: Respiratory distress syndrome (RDS), intraventricular hemorrhage (brain bleed), infections, necrotizing enterocolitis (NEC), long-term neurodevelopmental delays, and vision or hearing problems.
- For the Mother: Postpartum hemorrhage, infection (chorioamnionitis, endometritis), emotional distress including postpartum depression, and increased risk in future pregnancies.
- Procedure-related: Complications from emergency cesarean section if required, or side effects from tocolytic medications (e.g., maternal tachycardia, pulmonary edema).
Recovery & hospital stay
- Immediate Postpartum: Mother is monitored for bleeding and infection. Emotional support is initiated.
- Infant Care: Baby is transferred to the NICU for specialized respiratory, nutritional, and developmental support; parents are encouraged for kangaroo care (skin-to-skin contact) when possible.
- Maternal Physical Recovery: Similar to a term delivery, with attention to healing from any surgical intervention (e.g., C-section).
- Lactation Support: Guidance on pumping and providing breast milk, which is crucial for the preterm infant's immunity and development.
- Follow-up: Long-term follow-up for the baby with pediatric specialists and for the mother with her obstetrician, including mental health support.
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Typical hospital stay:
3-7 days (Mother); NICU stay for baby varies from weeks to months
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Expected recovery time:
Maternal physical recovery: 6-8 weeks; Infant developmental follow-up continues for years
Frequently Asked Questions
If you are considering premature birth in India, these questions and answers can help you make a confident, informed decision.
Popular choices for premature birth in India include Kamineni Hospital, King Koti, Manipal Hospital Old Airport Road, Manipal Hospital Mukundapur, SIMS Hospital Vadapalani, Manipal Hospital Dwarka, 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 premature birth. MediFyr helps you compare obstetrics and gynaecologists 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 premature birth compare across other countries where we have data.
| Country | Estimated cost range | Typical stay | Recovery time | View details |
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| India | INR 150 Thousand – 800 Thousand | 3-7 days (Mother); NICU stay for baby varies from weeks to months | ~ Maternal physical recovery: 6-8 weeks; Infant developmental follow-up continues for years | Know More |
| Turkey | TRY 525 Thousand – 2.8 Million | 3-7 days (Mother); NICU stay for baby varies from weeks to months | ~ Maternal physical recovery: 6-8 weeks; Infant developmental follow-up continues for years | Know More |
Top hospitals for Premature Birth in India
These partner hospitals in India have dedicated obstetrics and gynaecology teams and experience managing patients undergoing premature birth.
Hyderabad, India
20 Doctors
Priya Saxena, a 28-year-old software engineer,...
Priya Saxena, a 28-year-old software engineer, was expecting her first child after two years of fertility treatments. At 28 weeks, she developed severe pre-eclampsia, experiencing debilitating headaches, sudden swelling, and dangerously high blood pressure. Her obstetrician, Dr. Mehta, explained that the condition was threatening both Priya and the baby, and an immediate delivery via C-section was the only safe option. Priya was terrified, feeling her body had failed and grieving the loss of a full-term pregnancy. The neonatal team was present in the operating room, and her son, Arjun, weighing just 2.3 pounds, was whisked to the NICU. Priya's recovery was physically slow, compounded by the emotional strain of being separated from her fragile son. For 68 days, she and her husband lived in the NICU, learning to care for Arjun through his incubator. The emotional journey was a rollercoaster of fear, guilt, and profound hope. Today, Arjun is a thriving, curious toddler with some ongoing respiratory check-ups. Priya's anxiety has slowly transformed into a fierce, protective love, and she volunteers to support other NICU parents, turning her traumatic start into a source of strength and empathy.
Obstetrics and Gynaecologists for Premature Birth
Explore experienced obstetrics and gynaecologists who regularly perform premature birth and provide pre- and post-operative care in India.
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