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LVAD (Left Ventricular Assist Device) implantation is a major cardiac surgery in which a mechanical pump is placed inside the chest to help the heart's weakened left ventricle move blood through the body. It is performed in patients with advanced heart failure who are no longer adequately supported by medications alone. The LVAD does not replace the heart — the heart continues to beat while the device works alongside it, ensuring organs receive sufficient oxygen-rich blood. Depending on the patient's situation, the LVAD may serve as a bridge to heart transplant, as long-term permanent support (destination therapy), or as temporary stabilisation while further decisions are made. Modern LVAD devices use magnetic levitation technology and have significantly improved long-term outcomes, with many patients living several years with the device in place.
The LVAD is implanted through a full incision down the centre of the breastbone, giving the surgical team complete access to the heart — the standard worldwide approach for this operation.
Estimated cost: ~$1,500 – $2,500
Typical tests for this variant: 2D Echocardiography with left ventricular function assessment, Right heart catheterisation (haemodynamic assessment), CT chest, abdomen, and pelvis (anatomy planning), Pulmonary function tests, CBC, LFT, KFT, thyroid function, HbA1c, PT/INR and coagulation profile, Viral markers (HIV, HBsAg, HCV), Dental and skin infection screening. Done in India before hospital admission.
Estimated cost in India: $70,000 – $110,000
Pre-procedure stay (outside hospital): ~3 days
Hospitalisation: ~18 days
Recovery period (outside hospital): ~21 days recommended
Total stay: approx 42 days
The LVAD is implanted through a smaller upper breastbone incision combined with a small cut between the ribs on the left side, potentially reducing blood loss and shortening recovery in suitable patients.
Estimated cost: ~$1,500 – $2,500
Typical tests for this variant: 2D Echocardiography with left ventricular function assessment, Right heart catheterisation (haemodynamic assessment), HRCT chest and abdomen (detailed anatomy for incision planning), Pulmonary function tests, CBC, LFT, KFT, thyroid function, HbA1c, PT/INR and coagulation profile, Viral markers (HIV, HBsAg, HCV), Dental and skin infection screening. Done in India before hospital admission.
Estimated cost in India: $85,000 – $140,000
Pre-procedure stay (outside hospital): ~3 days
Hospitalisation: ~15 days
Recovery period (outside hospital): ~21 days recommended
Total stay: approx 39 days
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