Non-surgical closure of heart "Holes"- Fortis Escorts Heart Institute

Until recently, having holes in the heart was a scary condition, but now it can be fixed without surgery, thanks to advances in medical tech.

These "holes" might mean different heart defects like atrial septal defect (ASD), ventricular septal defect, or patent ductus arteriosus. These defects cause extra blood to flow where it shouldn't, leading to lung problems, poor weight gain, fatigue, and even heart failure.

In the past, surgery was the only option, but now, cardiologists can close these holes safely without surgery. This means no surgical scars, and patients can often go home the next day! Doctors use tiny tubes inserted through the groin to reach the heart, where they place small devices to close the holes.

This technique works really well, with almost all cases closing successfully. Plus, there are no scars, and patients can walk out the next day. Worldwide, this procedure has shown excellent long-term results, and our team has the expertise to match the best centers globally.