Congenital Heart Defects

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About Congenital Heart Defects

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  • Atrial Septal Defect (ASD)
  • Ventricular Septal Defect (VSD)
  • Tetralogy of Fallot (TOF)
  • Patent Ductus Arteriosus (PDA)
  • Coarctation of the Aorta
  • Transposition of the Great Arteries (TGA)
  • Double Outlet Right Ventricle (DORV)
  • Hypoplastic Left Heart Syndrome (HLHS)
  • AV Canal Defects / Cyanotic Heart Diseases

ASD Closure is a procedure to seal a hole in the wall between the heart’s upper chambers (atria), which if left untreated, may lead to heart enlargement, arrhythmia, or pulmonary hypertension. It can be done via catheter-based closure (minimally invasive) or open-heart surgery, depending on the size and type of the defect.

  1. Minimally invasive option available (catheter-based): shorter hospital stay and recovery time.
  2. Prevents long-term heart complications like right heart enlargement and arrhythmia.
  3. Improved quality of life and exercise tolerance, especially in children and young adults.
  1. Not all defects are suitable for device closure—large or complex ASDs may need open-heart surgery.
  2. Potential for complications like device dislodgement, arrhythmias, or residual shunting.
  3. Requires lifelong follow-up to monitor heart function and device integrity.

Description

Estimated Cost in USD

Approx. Cost in KES (🇰🇪)

Catheter-based ASD Closure

$5,000 – $8,000

KES 650,000 – 1,040,000

Open-heart ASD Surgery

$6,000 – $9,000

KES 780,000 – 1,170,000

Prices vary by hospital (Apollo, Fortis, Medanta, etc.), patient condition, and post-op stay.

VSD Repair is a surgical or catheter-based procedure to close a hole in the wall (septum) between the heart’s two lower chambers (ventricles). This hole causes oxygen-rich and oxygen-poor blood to mix, which can strain the heart and lungs if left untreated.

  1. Prevents complications like heart failure, pulmonary hypertension, and poor growth in children.
  2. Restores normal blood flow, improving oxygen delivery to the body.
  3. Improves long-term survival and quality of life, especially when done early.
  1. Open-heart surgery may be required for large or complex VSDs.
  2. Risk of complications such as arrhythmias, bleeding, or infection.
  3. Some cases may need follow-up procedures if residual defects remain.

Description

Estimated Cost in USD

Approx. Cost in KES 🇰🇪

Catheter-based VSD Closure

$6,000 – $9,000

KES 780,000 – 1,170,000

Open-heart VSD Surgery

$7,000 – $10,000

KES 910,000 – 1,300,000

Cost may vary based on hospital, device used (if any), patient’s age, and recovery time.

TOF Repair is a corrective open-heart surgery for a congenital heart defect made up of four abnormalities in the heart structure. The surgery aims to improve blood flow to the lungs and ensure proper oxygenation of blood.

  1. Life-saving correction for children born with TOF — improves survival and development.
  2. Significant improvement in oxygen levels, reducing cyanosis (blue skin).
  3. Long-term results allow most children to lead normal, active lives.
  1. Major open-heart surgery with associated risks (bleeding, infection, arrhythmias).
  2. Lifelong follow-up needed; some patients may need further surgeries or valve replacements later.
  3. Residual defects like pulmonary valve leakage or right ventricular enlargement may persist.

Description

Estimated Cost in USD

Approx. Cost in KES 🇰🇪

TOF Surgical Repair

$8,000 – $12,000

KES 1,040,000 – 1,560,000

Costs may vary by hospital, patient age, ICU stay, and pre-op condition.

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