Pediatric Heart Surgery in India
Pediatric heart surgery corrects congenital heart defects in children, most commonly atrial septal defect (ASD) and ventricular septal defect (VSD) — holes betw
Pediatric heart surgery corrects congenital heart defects in children, most commonly atrial septal defect (ASD) and ventricular septal defect (VSD) — holes between the heart's chambers. These are repaired by device closure or open surgery at DDMM Heart Institute, with VNR coordinating care and caregiver support for international families.
Overview
ASD and VSD are common congenital heart defects where a hole between the heart's chambers allows abnormal blood flow. Many need closure to protect the heart and lungs and to support normal growth.
Depending on the size and position of the defect, closure may be done with a catheter-based device or with open-heart surgery — decided by the cardiac team after assessment.
Who needs this treatment
Pediatric heart surgery is considered for children with significant ASD, VSD or other congenital defects causing symptoms, abnormal growth, or strain on the heart and lungs.
Common symptoms & conditions
- Poor weight gain or slow growth
- Breathlessness or fast breathing
- Frequent chest infections
- A heart murmur or known congenital defect
- Tiring easily during feeding or play
How the procedure works
For suitable defects, a device is delivered by catheter to close the hole without open surgery. Larger or complex defects are repaired with open-heart surgery and a patch.
Pediatric cardiac care includes specialised anaesthesia and intensive-care support appropriate for children.
Benefits
- Protects long-term heart and lung health
- Supports normal growth and development
- Device closure avoids open surgery for suitable defects
- Caregiver accommodation arranged by VNR
Risks to discuss with your doctor
- Bleeding, infection or arrhythmia
- Anaesthetic risk
- Occasionally a device may need adjustment
- Individual risk depends on the child — discuss with the team
Recovery
Children often recover quickly, particularly after device closure. Open repair needs a few days in hospital and a recovery period, with follow-up to confirm the defect is fully closed.
Expected stay in India
International pediatric patients usually plan for around two weeks in India, with caregiver accommodation arranged so the family can stay together.
Estimated cost in India
Pediatric ASD/VSD closure cost in India depends on whether device or open repair is used and your child's reports, and is generally far below private care elsewhere. VNR provides a personalised estimate from DDMM.
Final cost depends on your medical reports, confirmed diagnosis, hospital stay, implants used and doctor review. Request a free personalised estimate below.
Why DDMM & how VNR helps
Why DDMM Heart Institute
- NABH-accredited cardiac super-specialty hospital in Nadiad, Gujarat
- Cardiac team led by Dr. Sanjeeth Peter (MS, MCh, DNB, FIACS), 10,000+ surgeries
- Siemens cardiac cath lab and EPIQ 7 4D echocardiography
- 18-bed cardiac ICU with 24/7 intensivist cover
- No long elective waiting list
How VNR Medical Service helps
VNR coordinates the whole journey for international patients: free medical report review, written treatment plan and all-inclusive estimate from DDMM, visa and travel guidance, airport and hospital transfers, an on-ground liaison, caregiver accommodation, recovery support, fit-to-fly clearance and follow-up after you return home.
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The DDMM cardiac team reviews your case and provides a written recommendation and all-inclusive estimate, usually within 48 hours.
- No cost, no obligation
- English-speaking coordinators
- Support from enquiry to follow-up
Common Questions
FAQs about Pediatric Heart Surgery in India
Many suitable ASDs and some VSDs can be closed with a catheter-delivered device, avoiding open surgery. The cardiac team decides based on the defect's size and position.
It depends on whether device closure or open repair is used and your child's diagnosis. India is generally far more affordable than private care elsewhere. Request a free estimate from DDMM through VNR.
Yes. VNR arranges caregiver accommodation so the family can stay together near the hospital, with halal and dietary options available.
Most families plan for around two weeks, confirmed in the treatment plan after the reports are reviewed.
Send us your cardiac reports. We reply within 48 hours.
Free clinical review by the DDMM cardiac team. No obligation. Our international patient coordinators reply 7 days a week.