Blalock-Taussig (BT) Shunt Surgery

Blalock-Taussig (BT) shunt surgery is a procedure used to improve blood flow in patients with congenital heart defects, particularly in those with conditions like tetralogy of Fallot. The surgery involves creating a connection between the subclavian artery and the pulmonary artery, allowing increased blood flow to the lungs. There are two main types of BT shunt surgery – Classic Blalock-Taussig Shunt, Modified Blalock-Taussig Shunt.

Cost and Details in

Min Cost

$5200

Max Cost

$6500

Total Stay

20 Days

Hospital Stay

05 Days

Types of Treatments

Classic Blalock-Taussig Shunt- this involves directly connecting the subclavian artery to the pulmonary artery without using any prosthetic material. Modified Blalock-Taussig Shunt- a GoreTex tube graft is used to create a connection between the subclavian artery and the pulmonary artery, which allows for more controlled blood flow.

Diagnosis

Blalock-Taussig shunt surgery is often recommended when congenital heart defects are detected during diagnostic exams, such as echocardiography, cardiac MRI, or computed tomography (CT scan).

Diagnostic Costs

Diagnostic Procedure	Cost in USD
Blood Tests	50 to 100
Electrocardiogram (ECG or EKG)	50 to 70
Echocardiogram	50 to 90
Chest X-ray	30 to 50

Treatment Cost in Countries

Country	Cost in USD
India	5200 to 6500
Turkey	13000 to 22000
UAE	NA
USA	180,000 to 250,000

Treatment Cost Inclusions

Service	Cost in USD
Routine patient investigations before surgery	Included
Nursing fee	Included
ICU stay if needed	Included
Surgeon fee, OT charges, anesthesia	Included
Pre-operative outpatient consultations	Included
Routine drugs and consumables required during hospitalization	Included
Pre-anesthesia check up and clearance	Included
Hospital stay and meals as per the package	Included

Treatment Cost in Indian Cities

City	Cost in USD
New Delhi / NCR	5200 to 6200
Mumbai	5800 to 6800
Bangalore	6000 to 7000
Chennai	5500 to 6200

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Factors Affecting This Particular Treatment Cost in India

Please note that the costs mentioned above are only indicative and not conclusive, as multiple factors influence the final cost of your treatment journey. These factors include: The choice of location, doctor and hospital; pre-existing medical history; type of surgery and approach; overall patient status and condition at the time of surgery; hotel stay, meals, and flights; extended hospital stay; post-operative follow-ups and medical management; post-operative dressing and nurse visits; any required blood products; complications management; treatment for any other underlying medical conditions; and any complex investigations.

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