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.
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.
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 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 |
| Country | Cost in USD |
|---|---|
| India | 5200 to 6500 |
| Turkey | 13000 to 22000 |
| UAE | NA |
| USA | 180,000 to 250,000 |
| City | Cost in USD |
|---|---|
| New Delhi / NCR | 5200 to 6200 |
| Mumbai | 5800 to 6800 |
| Bangalore | 6000 to 7000 |
| Chennai | 5500 to 6200 |
| Pricing Inclusions | Option |
|---|---|
| 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 |
Artemis, Gurgaon
Max Hospital, Gurgaon
Max Super Speciality Hospital, Shalimar Bagh, New Delhi
Fortis Super Speciality Hospital, Shalimar Bagh, New Delhi
Medanta - The Medicity, Gurgaon
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.
