Stroke Treatment in India
About Stroke
Key Highlights
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Provides 24/7 specialized monitoring of neurological status and vital signs.Enables rapid administration of time-sensitive treatments like thrombolytics (clot-busting drugs).Facilitates immediate management of life-threatening complications (e.g., brain swelling, seizures).Involves a coordinated team of neurologists, intensivists, nurses, and therapists for comprehensive care.Aims to limit the extent of brain damage and improve the chances of functional recovery.
Who is this surgery for?
- Acute ischemic stroke eligible for intravenous thrombolysis (tPA) or mechanical thrombectomy.
- Acute hemorrhagic stroke (intracerebral or subarachnoid hemorrhage).
- Stroke with a decreased level of consciousness (e.g., coma).
- Stroke accompanied by significant breathing difficulties requiring respiratory support.
- Stroke with unstable blood pressure, cardiac arrhythmias, or other critical medical complications.
- Large stroke with significant brain swelling (cerebral edema) at risk of herniation.
How to prepare
- Immediate emergency medical service (EMS) activation and rapid transport to a stroke-ready hospital.
- Rapid neurological assessment in the emergency department using scales like the NIH Stroke Scale.
- Urgent brain imaging (CT scan or MRI) to determine stroke type (ischemic or hemorrhagic).
- Blood tests to check clotting function, blood sugar, and electrolyte levels.
- Establishment of intravenous (IV) access and initiation of cardiac monitoring.
- Briefing of the patient (if conscious) and family about the critical situation and treatment plan.
Risks & possible complications
- Bleeding complications, especially from thrombolytic therapy.
- Progression of cerebral edema leading to increased intracranial pressure.
- Seizures during the acute phase.
- Infections such as pneumonia or urinary tract infections.
- Deep vein thrombosis (DVT) or pulmonary embolism from immobility.
- Dysphagia (swallowing difficulty) leading to aspiration pneumonia.
- Long-term neurological deficits (paralysis, speech problems, cognitive impairment).
Recovery & hospital stay
- Initial stabilization in the ICU, with gradual weaning from ventilatory or blood pressure support as the condition improves.
- Early mobilization and initiation of physical, occupational, and speech therapy as soon as medically safe.
- Close monitoring for and management of post-stroke complications.
- Transition to a dedicated stroke unit or general ward for continued rehabilitation.
- Development of a long-term recovery plan involving medication management, lifestyle modifications, and outpatient therapy.
- Ongoing support for the patient and family to cope with the psychological and physical impacts of stroke.
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Typical hospital stay:
5-14 days
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Expected recovery time:
Several months to years
Frequently Asked Questions
If you are considering stroke in India, these questions and answers can help you make a confident, informed decision.
Popular choices for stroke in India include Manipal Hospital Baner, Manipal Hospital Dwarka, Manipal Hospital Varthur Road, Manipal Hospital Hebbal, Manipal Hospital Patiala, 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 stroke. MediFyr helps you compare critical cares 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 stroke compare across other countries where we have data.
Top hospitals for Stroke in India
These partner hospitals in India have dedicated critical care teams and experience managing patients undergoing stroke.
Pune, India
48 Doctors
Vihaan Das, a 58-year-old software engineer...
Vihaan Das, a 58-year-old software engineer and avid morning walker, was working late when he suddenly felt his right arm go limp and his speech become slurred. His wife, noticing his face drooping on one side, called an ambulance immediately. In the ER, a CT scan confirmed an ischemic stroke caused by a large clot blocking a major artery in his brain. The critical care neurologist recommended an emergency mechanical thrombectomy, a procedure to physically remove the clot. Anxious and terrified of losing his ability to code or speak, Vihaan was rushed to the angio suite. He was awake but sedated during the procedure, feeling pressure but no pain as the doctor navigated a catheter through his arteries to retrieve the clot. Post-procedure, he regained significant movement in his arm within hours. After a week in the Neuro-ICU and two weeks of inpatient rehab, he walked out with a slight residual weakness and a determined plan for outpatient therapy. His emotional journey swung from the initial shock and fear of dependency to profound gratitude for the swift intervention, now championing stroke awareness in his community.
Critical Cares for Stroke
Explore experienced critical cares who regularly perform stroke and provide pre- and post-operative care in India.
- 22 Years Experience
- Pulmonologist
Manipal Hospital Bhubaneswar, Bhubaneshwar
- 6 Years Experience
- Critical Care
- 27 Years Experience
- Critical Care
Kamineni Hospital, King Koti, Hyderabad
- 15 Years Experience
- Critical Care
Metro Hospital, Sector 11, Noida
- 12 Years Experience
- Critical Care
Kamineni Hospital, King Koti, Hyderabad
- 11 Years Experience
- Critical Care
Manipal Hospital Old Airport Road, Bangalore
- 11 Years Experience
- Critical Care
- 9 Years Experience
- Critical Care
Manipal Hospital Old Airport Road, Bangalore
- 9 Years Experience
- Critical Care
Manipal Hospital Old Airport Road, Bangalore
- 9 Years Experience
- Critical Care
Kamineni Hospital LB Nagar, Hyderabad
- 9 Years Experience
- Critical Care
Manipal Hospital Old Airport Road, Bangalore
- 7 Years Experience
- Critical Care
Kamineni Hospital LB Nagar, Hyderabad
- 7 Years Experience
- Critical Care
Kamineni Hospital LB Nagar, Hyderabad
- 7 Years Experience
- Critical Care
Kamineni Hospital, Tadigadapa, vijayawada
- 20 Years Experience
- Critical Care
Manipal Hospital Dhakuria, Kolkata
- 32 Years Experience
- Critical Care
Manipal Hospital Dhakuria, Kolkata
- 20 Years Experience
- Critical Care
Artemis Hospital Gurgaon, Gurgaon
- 14 Years Experience
- Critical Care
Manipal Hospital Varthur Road, Bangalore
- 13 Years Experience
- Critical Care
Manipal Hospital EM Bypass, Kolkata
- 11 Years Experience
- Critical Care
Manipal Hospital Whitefield, Bangalore