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Get Free ConsultationCoronary angioplasty is one of the most common cardiac referrals MedTrav coordinates — a catheter-based procedure that treats blocked arteries without the longer recovery of bypass surgery, for cases where a cardiologist confirms it's the right approach.
A thin catheter is guided to the blockage via the wrist (radial) or groin (femoral) artery — radial access is now preferred in most cases for faster recovery.
A balloon widens the narrowed artery, and a stent — a small mesh tube — is typically placed to keep it open long-term.
Live X-ray (fluoroscopy) guides the entire procedure, letting the cardiologist confirm the blockage is fully treated before finishing.
Your existing angiogram and cardiac history are reviewed by an interventional cardiologist before you travel, confirming angioplasty is the right approach.
Bloodwork, ECG and a final consultation confirm you're ready for the procedure shortly after arrival.
Performed under local anaesthesia with light sedation, typically 30–90 minutes depending on the number of vessels treated.
Several hours of monitoring immediately after, followed by 24–48 hours of inpatient observation for most cases.
A written medication plan (including antiplatelet therapy duration) and activity guidance is provided before discharge.
Your cardiologist confirms you're medically cleared to travel, usually within 5–7 days, with a full report sent to your home cardiologist.
Figures below are indicative ranges reported across accredited Indian hospitals, for planning purposes only — not a marketed or final price.
| Procedure | Indicative cost (USD) | Typical hospital stay |
|---|---|---|
| Single-vessel angioplasty with drug-eluting stent | $3,500 – $5,000 | 1–2 days |
| Multi-vessel angioplasty (2–3 stents) | $5,500 – $8,500 | 2–3 days |
| Primary angioplasty (emergency heart attack care) | $4,500 – $7,000 | 3–5 days |
| Diagnostic angiogram only (no stent) | $800 – $1,500 | Same day – 1 day |
What this actually covers, and what it doesn't: The number of stents and their type (drug-eluting vs bare-metal) is the biggest cost driver — MedTrav's written estimate confirms exactly how many vessels your angiogram shows need treatment before you travel, so the figure you plan around isn't a guess.
Based on USD 4,000 and approximate September 2026 exchange rates — these move daily and are shown only as a rough reference. Your written estimate and final invoice are always confirmed in USD; your bank or card network sets the exact conversion at the time you pay.
It's a minimally invasive procedure to open a narrowed or blocked coronary artery. A catheter is guided to the blockage (usually via the wrist or groin), a balloon is inflated to widen the artery, and a small mesh tube (stent) is typically left in place to keep it open.
No — it's typically done under local anaesthesia with light sedation. Most patients are awake throughout and can talk to the cardiac team during the procedure, which usually takes 30–90 minutes depending on how many blockages are treated.
Many patients are discharged within 24–48 hours for a straightforward single-vessel procedure, sometimes as a next-day discharge. More complex multi-vessel cases may need a slightly longer stay for monitoring.
Drug-eluting stents release medication that reduces the chance of the artery re-narrowing (restenosis) and are now the most commonly used type; bare-metal stents are used less often today but may suit specific cases where a shorter course of blood-thinning medication afterward is preferable. Your cardiologist confirms which is right for your case.
Yes — dual antiplatelet therapy (typically aspirin plus a second blood thinner) is standard after stenting, usually for several months to a year depending on stent type, to prevent clotting. Your cardiologist confirms the exact duration and provides a discharge medication plan.
Most patients are medically cleared to fly within 5–7 days of an uncomplicated procedure, once the access site has healed and your cardiologist confirms stability — MedTrav coordinates this timing with your travel booking.
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