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Atrioventricular Canal Defect in India

Atrioventricular Canal Defect Treatment in India An Atrioventricular Canal (AV Canal) Defect, also known as an Endocardial Cushion Defect, is a serious congenital heart condition where there is a hole between the heart chambers and issues w...

Atrioventricular Canal Defect

Treatment Cost

Treatment Cost


The cost of Atrioventricular Canal Defect surgery in India is significantly more affordable compared to Western countries, without compromising on quality.

Treatment Cost in India (USD)
Diagnostic Tests $500 – $1,000
AV Canal Defect Surgery $6,000 – $9,000
ICU & Hospital Stay Included
Post-operative Care $500 – $1,000

Note: The actual cost may vary depending on the hospital, location, surgeon's experience, and the complexity of the case. At Innayat Medical, we offer customized treatment packages that include airport pickup, translator support, hospital coordination, accommodation, and visa assistance.

Top Cities

Top Cities for AV Canal Defect Surgery in India


India is home to several world-renowned cardiac centers offering expert care for AV Canal Defects. Some of the best cities for AV Canal Defect treatment in India include:

Delhi NCR – AIIMS, Fortis Escorts, Medanta

Mumbai – Kokilaben Hospital, Wockhardt Hospital, Lilavati Hospital

Chennai – Apollo Hospitals, Fortis Malar, MGM Healthcare

Bangalore – Narayana Health, Manipal Hospitals, Aster CMI

Hyderabad – Rainbow Children’s Hospital, KIMS, Yashoda Hospitals

Each of these cities has top-tier pediatric cardiologists, international patient services, and high success rates in AV Canal Defect surgery.

More Information

More Info
Symptoms of AV Canal Defect:

Difficulty breathing

Poor weight gain

Frequent respiratory infections

Cyanosis (bluish tint to the skin, lips, and nails)

Fatigue during feeding in infants

Diagnosis: AV Canal Defects are typically diagnosed using:

Echocardiogram

Chest X-ray

Electrocardiogram (ECG)

Cardiac MRI

Treatment Options:

Surgical repair is the definitive treatment and usually performed between 3 to 6 months of age.

Surgery involves closing the septal holes and reconstructing or replacing the malformed heart valves.

Post-operative care includes cardiac monitoring, medications, and physiotherapy.

Prognosis: With timely surgery and expert care, children can go on to live healthy and active lives. Lifelong cardiology follow-up may be necessary in some cases.