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Heart Treatments at Kauvery Hospital in Chennai, India

The only centre in South India performing laser angioplasty and India's first Hybrid Cath Lab Operating Room, both in Chennai.

Cardiothoracic and Vascular Surgery at Kauvery Hospital
3,500+ cardiac surgeries performed; heart transplant 1 year survival of 85-90%

Why International Patients Choose Kauvery for Cardiac Care in Chennai, India

South India's leading cardiac centre for heart surgery and critical cardiac intervention
Interventional cardiologists, cardiac surgeons, electrophysiologists, and heart failure specialists work together at Kauvery Hospital. Before you travel, you get your scans reviewed, a written cost estimate, and airport coordination from the international patient team.
  • India's only laser angioplasty centre in South India at Kauvery.
  • Heart transplant: 85-90% 1 year survival.
  • TRANSTAN Best Heart and Lung Transplant Team Award.
  • Dual JCI-accredited cardiac units in Chennai.
  • 24/7 cardiac emergency cover; airport transfer at no extra cost for international patients.

Heart Surgery Technology at Kauvery Hospital in Chennai, India

The right cardiac technology means your blockage is cleared precisely, your surgery is safer, and your recovery begins sooner.
  • Hybrid Cath Lab Operating Room
  • Laser Coronary Angioplasty System
  • Cardiac MRI and CT Scanner
  • 3D Electrophysiology Mapping
  • ECMO Life Support System
  • LVAD (Ventricular Assist Device)
  • Intracardiac Echocardiography (ICE)
  • Impella Heart Pump

Heart Surgery for International Patients at Kauvery Hospital

Your cardiac treatment is decided based on your specific condition, history, and test results
Coronary Bypass (CABG) Restores blood flow to a blocked heart using a graft; India's first single-stage hybrid revascularisation performed here. Inquire
Valve Repair and Replacement Fixes or replaces a damaged heart valve; 95%+ success in complex heart surgery with minimally invasive and robotic-assisted approaches. Inquire
TAVI Replaces a failing aortic valve via catheter without open-heart surgery; performed in the only Hybrid Cath Lab OR in Tamil Nadu. Inquire
Laser Coronary Angioplasty Removes arterial blockages that conventional angioplasty cannot treat; South India's only government-approved laser angioplasty centre. Inquire
Angioplasty and Stenting (PCI) Opens blocked coronary arteries; 49-minute average Door-to-Balloon time versus the 90-minute international standard. Inquire
Electrophysiology and Ablation Identifies and corrects abnormal heart rhythms; led by Dr. Deep Chandh Raja, trained in Advanced Cardiac Electrophysiology in Canberra, Australia. Inquire
Pacemaker, ICD, and CRT Implants a device to regulate abnormal rhythms or resynchronise a failing heart; full range including conduction system pacemakers, subcutaneous ICDs, and leadless pacemakers. Inquire
Advanced Heart Failure Care Manages severe heart failure through devices, mechanical support, or transplant preparation; LVAD achieves 75-85% two-year survival. Inquire
Paediatric Cardiology Diagnoses and treats congenital and acquired heart conditions in children including ASD, VSD, and complex structural defects. Inquire

Care Journey for International Patients

Your cancer treatment journey made simple and stress-free in 5 easy steps
  • 1
    Online inquiry & medical files upload Share your medical reports for review. It takes less than a minute.
  • 2
    Doctor review & treatment plan Within 24hrs you will receive treatment options & a preliminary plan before travel.
  • 3
    Travel coordination We arrange your visa, flights, and accommodation.
  • 4
    Treatment phase Full care under a dedicated case manager.
  • 5
    Start your treatment Begin treatment with full support from our care team.

Frequently Asked Questions

Have a question? Our support team is here to guide you through each step of your treatment journey with personal care and attention.
How do I contact the international patient team for heart surgery at Kauvery Hospital?
Heart surgery enquiries are coordinated through My 1Health. - WhatsApp: +1 718 550 0880 | Telephone: +1 718 550 0880 | Email: [email protected] Share your ECG, echocardiogram, angiogram images, and previous cardiac reports. Kauvery's cardiac specialists provide a written assessment and cost estimate. Video consultations with the cardiologist can be arranged.
How long will I need to stay in India for heart surgery?
Angioplasty: 1-3 days hospital; home within 2 weeks. CABG: 5-7 days hospital; 3-4 weeks before flying. Valve replacement (open): 7-10 days; 4-6 weeks before flying. TAVI: 3-5 days; 2-3 weeks total. Heart transplant: 2-3 weeks hospital; close follow-up for 3-4 months before long-haul travel.
How much does heart surgery cost at Kauvery Hospital?
Cost depends on procedure, complexity, and length of stay. Cardiac surgery in India costs 60-80% less than in the UK or US. Before you travel, My 1Health obtains a written estimate from Kauvery's cardiac team. You pay the same rate as going directly to the hospital.
What cardiac procedures are available for international patients?
Kauvery offers the full spectrum of cardiac care: CABG, valve repair and replacement, TAVI, laser coronary angioplasty (South India's only programme), angioplasty and PCI, electrophysiology, ablation, pacemaker, ICD and CRT implantation, LVAD, ECMO heart failure support, heart transplant, and paediatric cardiology.
What is the success rate for heart surgery at Kauvery Hospital?
Kauvery achieves 85-90% one-year heart transplant survival, 95%+ success in complex heart surgeries, and a 49-minute average Door-to-Balloon time for heart attack patients versus the 90-minute international benchmark. The Heart and Lung Transplant Team received the TRANSTAN award for Best Performance in Heart and Lung Transplant 2022-23.
What makes Kauvery Hospital different from other cardiac hospitals in India?
India's first single-stage hybrid coronary revascularisation was performed here. The only government-approved laser coronary angioplasty programme in South India operates here. The Hybrid Cath Lab Operating Room is India's first flex-arm hybrid OR and the only one in Tamil Nadu. The cardiac team trained in the UK, USA, and Australia.
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