Learn about Valvuloplasty 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 Valvuloplasty and request assistance for cost estimates or appointments.

About Valvuloplasty

Valvuloplasty is a minimally invasive cardiac surgical procedure used to repair a narrowed or stenotic heart valve, most commonly the mitral or aortic valve. During the procedure, a specialized catheter with a deflated balloon at its tip is threaded through a blood vessel, typically in the groin, and guided to the affected valve under X-ray imaging. The balloon is then inflated to widen the valve opening, improving blood flow and relieving symptoms like shortness of breath, chest pain, and fatigue. This procedure is often an alternative to open-heart valve replacement, offering a shorter recovery time and reduced risk for suitable patients with specific types of valve disease.

Key Highlights

    Minimally invasive approach with smaller incisions.Shorter hospital stay and faster recovery compared to open-heart surgery.Effectively relieves symptoms of valve stenosis like breathlessness and fatigue.Can delay or potentially avoid the need for valve replacement surgery.Performed under local or general anesthesia, reducing overall procedural risk.

Who is this surgery for?

  • Mitral valve stenosis or aortic valve stenosis causing significant symptoms.
  • Patients who are high-risk candidates for traditional open-heart valve surgery.
  • To improve quality of life in patients with congenital valve abnormalities.
  • As a bridge to valve replacement in critically ill patients.
  • When echocardiogram confirms a pliable, non-calcified valve suitable for repair.

How to prepare

  • Comprehensive cardiac evaluation including echocardiogram and possibly a cardiac catheterization.
  • Blood tests, chest X-ray, and ECG to assess overall health.
  • Discussion of medications; some, like blood thinners, may need to be paused.
  • Fasting for 6-8 hours before the procedure.
  • Informed consent process detailing the procedure, benefits, and risks.

Risks & possible complications

  • Bleeding or hematoma at the catheter insertion site.
  • Infection or damage to the blood vessel used for access.
  • Blood clot formation, which could lead to stroke or heart attack.
  • Valve regurgitation (leakage) if the procedure damages the valve leaflets.
  • Arrhythmias (irregular heartbeats) during or after the procedure.
  • Rare complications include cardiac tamponade or emergency need for open surgery.

Recovery & hospital stay

  • Initial monitoring in a recovery area for several hours to check vital signs and the access site.
  • Hospital stay typically required for observation.
  • Patients are advised to avoid strenuous activity and heavy lifting for a specified period.
  • Follow-up appointments are crucial to monitor valve function via echocardiograms.
  • Adherence to prescribed medications, which may include blood thinners or antibiotics.
  • Reporting any signs of infection, increased pain, or shortness of breath to the doctor immediately.
  • checked Typical hospital stay: 2-3 days
  • checked Expected recovery time: 2-4 weeks

Frequently Asked Questions

If you are considering valvuloplasty 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 valvuloplasty compare across other countries where we have data.

Country Estimated cost range Typical stay Recovery time View details
India USD 1,632 – USD 4,895 2-3 days ~ 2-4 weeks Know More
Turkey USD 12,079 – USD 36,236 2-3 days ~ 2-4 weeks Know More

Top hospitals for Valvuloplasty in India

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

Manipal Hospital Siliguri

  • IconSiliguri, India
  • Icon30 Doctors

Kamineni Hospital, Tadigadapa

  • Iconvijayawada, India
  • Icon44 Doctors

Manipal Hospital Bhubaneswar

  • IconBhubaneshwar, India
  • Icon55 Doctors

Miot Hospital Chennai

  • IconChennai, India
  • Icon250 Doctors

SIMS Hospital Vadapalani

  • IconChennai, India
  • Icon71 Doctors

Manipal Hospital Mukundapur

  • IconKolkata, India
  • Icon145 Doctors

Manipal Hospital Malleshwaram

  • IconBangalore, India
  • Icon105 Doctors

Medanta The Medicity

  • IconGurgaon, India
  • Icon900 Doctors

Nanavati Max Hospital

  • IconMumbai, India
  • Icon187 Doctors
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Cardiac surgeons for Valvuloplasty

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

Dr. Jitendra Nath Patnaik
  • 24 Years Experience
  • Cardiac surgeon
Speaks: English, Hindi
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MediFyr Plus Manipal Hospital Bhubaneswar

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Dr. Srikanta Mohapatra
  • 12 Years Experience
  • Cardiac surgeon
Speaks: English, Hindi
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MediFyr Plus Manipal Hospital Bhubaneswar

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Dr. Sunil Kumar
  • 23 Years Experience
  • Cardiac surgeon
Speaks: English, Hindi
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MediFyr Plus Manipal Hospital Ranchi

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Dr. Rajesh Deshamukh
  • 24 Years Experience
  • Cardiac surgeon
Speaks: English, Hindi
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MediFyr Plus Kamineni Hospital LB Nagar

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Dr. Chiranjit Debnath
  • 10 Years Experience
  • Cardiac surgeon
Speaks: English, Hindi
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MediFyr Plus Manipal Hospital Gurgaon

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Dr. Jatin Yadav
  • 11 Years Experience
  • Cardiac surgeon
Speaks: English, Hindi
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MediFyr Plus Manipal Hospital Gurgaon

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Dr. Manmohan Singh Chauhan
  • 10 Years Experience
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MediFyr Plus Manipal Hospital Gurgaon

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Dr. Naresh Trehan K
  • 48 Years Experience
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MediFyr Plus Medanta Hospital Gurgaon

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Dr. Ramesh Kumar Bapna
  • 46 Years Experience
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Dr. Anil Bhan
  • 42 Years Experience
  • Cardiac surgeon
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Dr. Rajiv Parakh
  • 40 Years Experience
  • Cardiac surgeon
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Dr. Indivar Upadhyay
  • 37 Years Experience
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Dr. Bhuvnesh K Aggarwal
  • 37 Years Experience
  • Cardiac surgeon
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Dr. Amit Chandra
  • 36 Years Experience
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Dr. Sanjeev Kumar Singla
  • 35 Years Experience
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Dr. Rakesh Gupta
  • 34 Years Experience
  • Cardiac surgeon
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Dr. Tarun Grover
  • 28 Years Experience
  • Cardiac surgeon
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Dr. Anshuman Manaswi
  • 26 Years Experience
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MediFyr Plus Nanavati Hospital Mumbai

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Dr. Belal Bin Asaf
  • 26 Years Experience
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Dr. Deepak Aggarwal
  • 24 Years Experience
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