Cardiac Sciences
Coronary Angioplasty & Stenting (PTCA)
A catheter-based procedure that opens a narrowed coronary artery with a balloon and keeps it open with a drug-eluting stent.
- India average (estimate)
- $3,600Estimated package range: $2,750 – $4,400
- vs United Kingdom
- $9,000 – $15,000Saving in India: 51–82%
- vs United States
- $25,000 – $50,000Saving in India: 82–95%
- vs United Arab Emirates
- $10,000 – $20,000Saving in India: 56–86%
Estimated package ranges in USD. Typically excluded: implant upgrades, specialised drugs and extended ICU days.
Clinical overview
Conditions treated
- Stable angina from one or two significant coronary blockages
- Acute coronary syndrome (unstable angina or heart attack)
- Re-narrowing inside a previous stent
- Positive stress test with anatomy suitable for stenting
Who is a candidate?
- One or two significant blockages seen on a coronary angiogram
- Angina that limits daily activity despite medicines
- Selected patients after a recent heart attack
- Patients who are not good candidates for open-heart surgery
Surgical techniques
Minimally invasive
Transradial (wrist) PCI
The catheter is passed through the wrist artery; most patients walk within hours.
Minimally invasive
Transfemoral (groin) PCI
Used when the wrist route is unsuitable or for some complex blockages.
Minimally invasive
Imaging-guided PCI (IVUS / OCT)
Imaging from inside the artery to size and optimise stents in complex cases; usually priced separately.
What is coronary angioplasty?
Angioplasty, also called percutaneous coronary intervention (PCI), treats narrowed heart arteries without open surgery. A thin catheter is passed through the wrist or groin to the blocked artery, a balloon widens the narrowing, and a drug-eluting stent is left in place to keep the artery open.
Angioplasty or bypass?
For one or two focal blockages, angioplasty is usually the first choice because recovery takes days rather than weeks. When disease is extensive (for example left main or triple vessel disease, especially in diabetics), bypass surgery may give better long-term results. The cardiology and cardiothoracic teams review your angiogram together before recommending either option.
What to send for a quote
Send a recent angiogram report and images if you have had one, an ECG, an echocardiogram and your current medicines. If you haven’t had an angiogram yet, the quote will cover a diagnostic angiogram, with angioplasty priced as an option.
Typical hospital stay & recovery
- Pre-op work-up
- 1 days
- ICU
- 1 days
- Room
- 2 days
- Local stay before flying
- 2 days
Time in India: 5–7 days· Recovery: 1–2 weeks
Recovery timeline
Day 1
Cardiology consult, ECG, echocardiogram and blood tests.
Day 2
Angiogram, followed by angioplasty and stenting in the same sitting where appropriate.
Days 2–3
Monitoring in the cardiac care unit, then the ward; most patients walk the same evening.
Days 4–7
Follow-up review, medicine plan and clearance to fly.
Weeks 1–2
Return to desk work and light activity; cardiac rehabilitation at home.
Package inclusions & standard exclusions
| Included | Not included |
|---|---|
| Interventional cardiologist fees | Additional stents beyond the package |
| Cath lab charges, catheters, balloon and one drug-eluting stent | Imaging such as IVUS or OCT, if needed |
| Cardiac care unit and ward stay in the chosen room category | Bypass surgery if angioplasty is not suitable |
| Standard medicines during admission | Hotel stay, flights and visa fees |
| Extended CCU / ICU stay beyond the package |
Cost comparison
| Country | Estimated package range (USD) | Saving in India |
|---|---|---|
| India | $2,750 – $4,400 | — |
| United States | $25,000 – $50,000 | 82–95% |
| United Kingdom | $9,000 – $15,000 | 51–82% |
| United Arab Emirates | $10,000 – $20,000 | 56–86% |
| Türkiye | $5,000 – $9,000 | 12–69% |
Indicative prices in USD for planning only. Your final quote depends on your medical reports and the treating hospital.
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Available hospital infrastructure
Facilities typically required for this procedure:
- Cardiac catheterisation lab
- Cardiac care unit (CCU)
- Cardiothoracic surgical back-up on site
- Drug-eluting stent inventory
Hospitals profiled on this site with a relevant department
- Sarvesh Health City · Hisar, Haryana · NABHCardiac Sciences
Hospitals are named for identification only. Procedure availability, eligibility and final costs are confirmed by the hospital after reviewing your reports.
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Frequently asked questions
Can the angiogram and angioplasty be done on the same day?
Often, yes. If the angiogram shows a blockage suitable for stenting, the cardiologist can proceed in the same sitting with your prior consent.
How many stents are included?
The package includes one drug-eluting stent. Each additional stent is quoted separately so you know the exact cost before the procedure.
How soon can I fly after angioplasty?
Most patients are cleared to fly 3–5 days after an uncomplicated procedure.
Last reviewed Nov 3, 2026.
Estimate your package
Tier 1: Delhi NCR, Mumbai, Chennai, Bengaluru. Tier 2: Hisar, Kochi, Jaipur and similar.
Package breakdown
- Surgeon & anaesthesia fees
- $740
- Theatre, implants & consumables
- $1,560
- Pre-surgery investigations
- $200
- Hospital stay · 2 days
- $190
- ICU · 1 days
- $300
- Airport pickup & drop
- $150
Estimated package (indicative)
$3,150
- You save about 92% vs. United States
- You save about 74% vs. United Kingdom
- You save about 79% vs. United Arab Emirates
- You save about 55% vs. Türkiye
Indicative prices in USD for planning only. Your final quote depends on your medical reports and the treating hospital.