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What is Congenital Heart Disease?

Congenital Heart Disease (CHD) refers to structural abnormalities in the heart or major blood vessels that are present at birth. It is the most common type of birth defect, affecting approximately 1 in 100 live births globally. CHD can range from simple conditions (like small holes in the heart) to critical malformations that impair blood flow and oxygen delivery, requiring urgent intervention.

Types and severity vary widely, but common presentations include:

• Cyanosis (bluish skin due to low oxygen)
• Rapid breathing, poor feeding, and fatigue in infants

Treatment depends on the complexity of the defect:

• Mild cases may require observation or medications like diuretics, beta-blockers
• Moderate to severe cases need catheter-based repairs or open-heart surgery
• In rare, very severe cases: heart transplant may be necessary

Thanks to medical advancements, over 90% of children with CHD now survive into adulthood, though lifelong monitoring is often required to manage late complications like arrhythmias or valve problems.

Why Choose India for Congenital Heart Disease Treatment?

India has become a trusted destination for CHD treatment due to its combination of affordable care, world-class hospitals, and high success rates. Delhi-based Tier 1 private hospitals like Apollo Hospitals, Fortis Escorts Heart Institute, Max Super Speciality Hospital (Saket), and BLK-Max Hospital offer:

• Dedicated paediatric cardiac teams with surgeons trained in top global institutions
• State-of-the-art diagnostic and surgical technology, including robotic and minimally invasive surgery
• Specialized programs for complex CHD including valve repair, septal defect closure, and arterial switch procedures
• International patient services with visa help, Multilingual staff, and family-friendly care settings

Most importantly, treatment in India costs 70–90% less than in Western countries, with outcomes often matching or exceeding international standards.

ملخص التكلفة والمدة

متوسط التكلفة في الهند: USD 5,000 – 10,000

الإقامة في المستشفى مطلوبة: 5 – 14 days (depending on procedure complexity)

الإقامة بعد العلاج في الهند: 3 – 6 weeks (for recovery and follow-up care)