Key planning information for coronary angioplasty in Germany.
$16,500 fromLowest listed price
1–2 hrsProcedure time
5 hospitalsList coronary angioplasty
Coronary Angioplasty in Germany is listed from US$16,500 to US$22,000 at 5 hospitals. The operation takes 1 to 2 hours. Each hospital quotes its own price for your case.
Prices last updated Jul 2012
Cost of Coronary Angioplasty in Germany
Table of prices by type of procedure, in US$. Each hospital quotes its own price for your case.
Procedure
Minimum price
Maximum price
Coronary Angioplasty
$16,500
$22,000
Price starting from $16,500 up to $22,000 · last updated Jul 2012.Final prices are quoted by each hospital
Hospitals and clinics offering Coronary Angioplasty in Germany
Coronary Angioplasty is listed by 5 hospitals in Germany. The order reshuffles every hour so each gets equal exposure.
One of Germany's largest hospitals, made up of more than 50 clinics and specialist institutes spanning all medical specialties. Kinikum Stuttgart is regarded as one of the best hospitals in Germany, and is a referral center for oncology, ENT, pediatrics and more.
Established in 1884, the University Medical Center Hamburg-Eppendorf underwent full modernization in 2009 and emerged as the most innovative European hospital. Its dedicated International Office supports roundabout 1,000 foreign patients a year.
The University Medical Center Freiburg is one of the largest medical facilities in Europe and part of the Albert Ludwigs University Freiburg, one of five outstanding centers of academic excellency in Germany.
The DRK Kliniken Berlin is a chain of five JCI accredited tertiary care hospitals in Berlin. The international department is experienced in handling foreign patients and can assist with all necessary arrangements.
Heidelberg University Hospital is one of Europe`s leading medical centers. World-renowned experts provide comprehensive care of the highest international standards in all medical specialties.
DoctorsCSDr. Christian Sebening, MDHAProf. Hugo A.Katus, MDView all 4
What is Coronary Angioplasty?
Coronary angioplasty is a surgical procedure that is used to open coronary arteries that are blocked. The blood flow to the heart is improved after coronary angioplasty.
Coronary angioplasty helps in improving symptoms of coronary heart disease such as chest pain, discomfort, and short breath. It also reduces chances of heart attacks caused by blockage in the coronary artery. The blockage is usually caused by a blood clot that develops in the area where the plaque has formed. The formation of plaque is caused by fatty substances that narrow the arteries.
How is Coronary Angioplasty Surgery Performed?
Coronary angioplasty is usually performed in a catheterization laboratory.
The patient is given heparin to stop blood clotting.
A small incision is made in the patient’s wrist or groin.
Then, a catheter is inserted through the incision into the artery.
A contrast, which is a special dye, is injected into the artery through the catheter. The contrast is a colorless liquid that contains iodine that is visible on an X-ray.
The blockage in the artery is visible with the help of the contrast. The patient may feel a warm sensation when the contrast is injected.
Subsequently, a wire is inserted into the catheter and to the blocked area of the artery.
A small balloon, measuring approximately 2cm by 3 mm in diameter, is inserted along with the wire and placed across the blockage.
The balloon is slowly inflated causing the artery to widen up and allowing easy blood flow. At this moment, the patient may feel some chest pain.
A stent, which is a tiny wire mesh tube, may be inserted and placed in a collapsed form. When the balloon is inflated, the stent fits in the artery in an expanded form.
After this, the balloon is deflated and withdrawn together with the wire and catheter. If the stent is placed, it is left inside the artery.
Once the catheter is removed, the incision site is firmly pressed for approximately 20 minutes. This is done to ensure that the artery is closed and bleeding is stopped.
The incision site is sealed with an Angioseal.
If the incision is at the groin, a tube may be left for a few hours to allow any heparin to disappear.
If the incision is at the wrist, a firm band is fixed over the artery for some hours.
How to Prepare for Coronary Angioplasty?
The patient should stop smoking as it causes more risks of artery blockage and slows the recovery process.
The patient should not eat or drink anything for about four hours before the surgery.
The doctor may ask the patient to stop taking certain medications a few days before the surgery.
The patient needs to undergo a physical examination and some blood and urine tests before the surgery.
The doctor may also recommend electrocardiogram and a chest X-ray.
About Coronary Angioplasty
Key facts to plan your treatment: how long it takes, your hospital stay, anaesthesia, risks and recovery.
Duration of surgery/treatment
1 to 2 hours
Days admitted
Overnight or one day stay at the hospital
Anesthesia
Local anesthesia
Recovery
- The patient is kept in a special care unit after the surgery for a few hours or overnight.
- The patient should lie still for a few hours to allow the artery to be closed completely.
- The patient’s heart rate and blood pressure are monitored.
- The site where the catheters were inserted may feel sore for a week after the surgery.
- The patient can resume normal activities after a week.
- Medication may be provided to help patients relax and prevent artery spasms.
Risks
- Chest pain and discomfort for a few hours after the surgery.
- Bruising and pain at the incision site.
- Bleeding from the artery
- Narrowing of the arteries that are treated with a stent
- Allergic reaction to the contrast material, causing rash, swelling or breathing difficulty
- Blockage of the coronary artery during the procedure
- Displacement of a blood clot or blockage material by the catheter, which may block the artery and cause heart attack or stroke
- Injury to the artery
After care
- The patient needs to avoid heavy physical activity for many days after coronary angioplasty surgery.
- The patient should not lift heavy objects and involve in strenuous activities for a week after the surgery.
- Sports should be avoided for about two weeks after the surgery.
- If the patient has a stent placed during the surgery, an anticoagulant may be required for about one year.
- Dental procedures may also need to be avoided to prevent endocarditis.
The patient needs to make some lifestyle changes such as
- Dietary changes
- Stopping Smoking
- Physical exercises
- Weight reduction
- Stress control
- Cardiac rehabilitation
The patient should contact the doctor immediately if the following symptoms are detected:
- Fever
- Weakness
- Breath shortness
- Chest pain
- Change in color or temperature of the limbs that were used during surgery
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