Cardiac Procedures

Recovery after coronary angioplasty (PCI) is typically rapid. Most patients are discharged within 24 hours of the procedure. You can usually return to work within 3–7 days for desk jobs and within 2 weeks for physically demanding work. Strenuous exercise and heavy lifting should be avoided for 1 week. The radial artery access site (wrist) heals quickly with minimal discomfort. You will be prescribed dual antiplatelet therapy (aspirin + clopidogrel/ticagrelor) to prevent stent thrombosis — it is essential to take this exactly as prescribed.

Yes — all cardiac procedures including angioplasty, stenting, TAVR, MitraClip, pacemaker implantation, and ASD closure are covered under most major Indian health insurance policies. Kokilaben Dhirubhai Ambani Hospital offers cashless treatment for insured patients. It is recommended to contact our Vashi clinic at +91 97695 17636 before scheduling for insurance verification, pre-authorisation guidance, and to understand any co-payment or deductible requirements.

For most cardiac procedures, you will need a referral from a cardiologist after appropriate diagnostic evaluation (ECG, echo, angiography). If you have been advised a procedure by another cardiologist, Dr. Amit Singh will review your reports and can proceed. You can schedule an initial consultation at the Vashi clinic directly without a referral. During this consultation, Dr. Singh will determine if a procedure is indicated and coordinate the necessary pre-procedure workup.

TAVR (Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement) is a minimally invasive procedure performed through a small incision in the groin or chest — no open-heart surgery, no cardiopulmonary bypass, and typically a 2–3 day hospital stay. Surgical AVR (SAVR) is open-heart surgery requiring a sternotomy (chest opening), cardiopulmonary bypass, and a 5–7 day hospital stay with longer recovery. The PARTNER 3 trial showed TAVR is non-inferior to SAVR in low-risk patients with excellent outcomes. Dr. Amit Singh will help you choose the best option based on your age, anatomy, and overall health.

Preparation depends on the specific procedure. Generally: fast from midnight before the procedure (no food or water); take prescribed medications as instructed by Dr. Singh (especially heart medications); arrange for a family member to accompany you and drive you home; bring a list of all your current medications, previous ECG/echo reports, and insurance documents. For same-day procedures like angiography, you will be admitted in the morning and discharged after a few hours of observation. For more complex procedures like TAVR or MitraClip, a 2–3 day hospital stay is planned.