Cardiac Surgery
Heart Transplant (LVAD) Surgery
Heart Transplant (LVAD) Surgery
Heart transplant and LVAD surgery are life-saving procedures used to treat end-stage heart failure and improve blood circulation and quality of life.
Duration: Hospital stay usually ranges from 2–4 weeks
Types
Surgical
Summary
Heart transplant and LVAD surgery are advanced treatments for severe heart failure that improve blood flow, relieve symptoms, and extend life expectancy.
Key Benefits
✔Improved blood circulation
✔Relief from heart failure symptoms
✔Increased energy levels
✔Better mobility
✔Improved quality of life
Treatment Procedures
1LVAD Implantation Surgery
2Heart Transplant Surgery
3Image-Guided and Advanced Cardiac Monitoring
4Minimally Invasive and Hybrid Techniques
53D Cardiac Imaging
6Remote Device Monitoring
Overview
- ✔Used for end-stage heart failure
- ✔Improves blood circulation and oxygen delivery
- ✔Supports patients awaiting transplant
- ✔Enhances quality of life
- ✔Advanced technologies improve outcomes
Types of Surgery
- ✔Open Surgery
- ✔Minimally Invasive Surgery
Purpose
- To treat severe or end-stage heart failure
- To improve blood circulation and oxygen delivery
- To relieve symptoms like breathlessness and fatigue
- To support patients awaiting transplant
- To improve quality of life
Conditions Treated
End-stage heart failure
Diagnosis & Evaluation
- Echocardiography
- Cardiac catheterization
- CT scans
- Health evaluation
Risks
- Infection
- Bleeding
- Blood clots
- Device malfunction
- Stroke
- Organ rejection
Why Choose India?
India offers advanced cardiac care with experienced surgeons, modern transplant facilities, and cost-effective treatment options for international patients.
Overview Points
- ✔ Used for end-stage heart failure
- ✔ Improves blood circulation and oxygen delivery
- ✔ Supports patients awaiting transplant
- ✔ Enhances quality of life
- ✔ Advanced technologies improve outcomes
Signs & Symptoms
- ⚠ Severe shortness of breath
- ⚠ Extreme fatigue
- ⚠ Swelling of legs, feet, or abdomen
- ⚠ Irregular or rapid heartbeat
- ⚠ Dizziness or fainting
- ⚠ Reduced ability to perform daily activities
How It Is Done
- 1 Pre-operative assessment including echocardiography, cardiac catheterization, CT scans, and health evaluation
- 2Administration of general anesthesia
- 3Open-heart surgical approach through the chest
- 4LVAD implantation or replacement with donor heart
- 5Connection of device or heart to blood vessels
- 6Closure and monitoring in intensive care
Recovery
- 💊 Hospital stay usually ranges from 2–4 weeks
- 💊 Intensive monitoring and cardiac rehabilitation required
- 💊 Regular follow-up and lifestyle adjustments needed
- 💊 Full recovery may take several months
Additional Information
- ℹ Advanced imaging and monitoring systems improve surgical precision
- ℹ Modern LVAD devices are more efficient and durable