Viral Pericarditis Treatment in India
About Viral Pericarditis
Key Highlights
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Definitive treatment for recurrent or medication-resistant viral pericarditis.Relieves constriction and improves overall heart pumping function.Prevents life-threatening complications like cardiac tamponade.Can provide a permanent solution, reducing long-term dependency on medications.Performed using advanced, minimally invasive techniques when possible.
Who is this surgery for?
- Recurrent pericarditis not controlled with maximum medical therapy.
- Constrictive pericarditis, where the scarred pericardium severely restricts heart movement.
- Large or recurrent pericardial effusion with risk of cardiac tamponade.
- Suspected purulent (pus-filled) pericarditis that does not respond to drainage.
- Persistent symptoms like severe chest pain, shortness of breath, or fatigue despite treatment.
How to prepare
- Comprehensive cardiac evaluation including echocardiogram, CT scan, or MRI.
- Pre-operative blood tests and assessments to ensure fitness for surgery.
- Discussion of anesthesia options and associated risks with the anesthesiologist.
- Adjustment or temporary cessation of certain medications (e.g., blood thinners) as advised.
- Fasting for 6-8 hours before the scheduled surgery time.
Risks & possible complications
- General surgical risks: bleeding, infection, and adverse reaction to anesthesia.
- Injury to surrounding structures like the heart, lungs, or major blood vessels.
- Post-pericardiotomy syndrome (recurrence of inflammation).
- Arrhythmias (irregular heartbeats).
- Rare risk of damage to the phrenic nerve, affecting diaphragm function.
- Potential need for further procedures or pacemaker implantation in complex cases.
Recovery & hospital stay
- Initial recovery in the ICU or cardiac care unit for close monitoring.
- Pain management and breathing exercises to prevent lung complications.
- Gradual mobilization with assistance from physiotherapists.
- Incision care instructions to prevent infection.
- Follow-up appointments to monitor heart function and healing.
- A gradual return to normal activities over several weeks, avoiding heavy lifting and strenuous exercise as advised.
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Typical hospital stay:
5-10 days
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Expected recovery time:
4-8 weeks
Frequently Asked Questions
If you are considering viral pericarditis in India, these questions and answers can help you make a confident, informed decision.
Popular choices for viral pericarditis in India include Medanta The Medicity, Kamineni Hospital, Tadigadapa, Miot Hospital Chennai, Nanavati Max Hospital, Kamineni Hospital, King Koti, 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 viral pericarditis. MediFyr helps you compare cardiac surgeons 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 viral pericarditis compare across other countries where we have data.
Top hospitals for Viral Pericarditis in India
These partner hospitals in India have dedicated cardiac surgery teams and experience managing patients undergoing viral pericarditis.
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Cardiac surgeons for Viral Pericarditis
Explore experienced cardiac surgeons who regularly perform viral pericarditis and provide pre- and post-operative care in India.
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