Procedure Overview

1. Pre-procedure Assessment

   • ECG, echocardiography, blood tests, and cardiac imaging

   • Evaluation of comorbidities and anticoagulation status

2. Catheter Ablation Procedure

   • Local anesthesia with mild sedation

   • Catheters inserted via femoral or jugular vein into the heart

   • Electrophysiology mapping identifies abnormal tissue

   • Radiofrequency or cryothermal energy destroys the arrhythmogenic focus

3. Post-procedure Care

   • Observation for 4–24 hours depending on arrhythmia complexity

   • ECG monitoring and blood tests

   • Gradual resumption of normal activity with follow-up visits

Benefits of Catheter Ablation

• Minimally invasive with short hospital stay

• High success rate for treating arrhythmias

• Reduces or eliminates dependence on anti-arrhythmic medications

• Low risk of complications in experienced hands

• Improves quality of life and prevents recurrence of arrhythmias

Cost of Catheter Ablation in India

Table 1: Average Catheter Ablation Cost in India

Factors Affecting Catheter Ablation Cost

1. Type of arrhythmia treated – AFib or VT procedures are more complex and costlier than SVT

2. Hospital and cath lab facilities – Centers with 3D mapping and advanced equipment charge more

3. Number of ablation sites – Multiple foci or complex arrhythmias increase procedure time

4. Pre- and post-procedure care – Imaging, monitoring, and medications contribute to total cost

5. Patient condition – Comorbidities or complications may increase hospitalization and expenses