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Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates
Lifecare Hospital, Musaffah offers advanced Fontan Procedure using modern congenital cardiac surgery techniques and individualized cardiovascular care plans. Established in 2007, the JCI accredited hospital is located in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates and has 200 beds, providing comprehensive cardiac care for local and international patients.
The Fontan Procedure is a major palliative heart surgery used for children and selected adults with complex congenital heart defects in which only one ventricle is capable of adequately supporting circulation. During the procedure, blood returning from the body is directed toward the pulmonary arteries without passing through a functional pumping chamber. This helps separate systemic and pulmonary blood flow and improves oxygenation in patients with single-ventricle physiology.
Amrita Hospital provides specialized Fontan Procedure with a focus on precise surgical reconstruction, advanced congenital cardiac techniques, and individualized postoperative care. Established in 2022, the NABH accredited hospital is located in Faridabad, India and operates 2600 beds, with modern pediatric cardiac surgical and critical-care infrastructure.
The Fontan Procedure can establish a circulation in which systemic venous blood flows directly to the lungs without being pumped by a ventricle. By reducing the volume load on the functional ventricle, the procedure can improve oxygenation and support circulation in appropriately selected patients with single-ventricle physiology. A detailed assessment before surgery helps the cardiac team determine the patient's readiness for Fontan completion and plan the most suitable surgical technique.
IRCCS Policlinico San Donato is a trusted healthcare provider for Fontan Procedure, offering complex congenital heart surgery supported by experienced pediatric cardiac surgeons, specialised operating facilities, and multidisciplinary cardiovascular care. Established in 1969, the SSN accredited hospital is situated in milan, Italy and has 430 beds.
The Fontan Procedure is generally the final stage of a staged surgical pathway for patients with single-ventricle heart defects. It redirects blood from the superior and inferior vena cava directly into the pulmonary arteries, reducing the workload on the functional ventricle and improving circulatory efficiency. Before surgery, the cardiac team evaluates ventricular function, pulmonary artery anatomy, heart rhythm, oxygen levels, and other factors that may influence suitability for Fontan circulation.
milan, Italy
IRCCS Ospedale Galeazzi- Sant’Ambrogio is a trusted healthcare provider for Fontan Procedure, offering complex congenital heart surgery supported by experienced pediatric cardiac surgeons, specialised operating facilities, and multidisciplinary cardiovascular care. Established in 1963, the SSN accredited hospital is situated in milan, Italy and has 560 beds.
The Fontan Procedure is generally the final stage of a staged surgical pathway for patients with single-ventricle heart defects. It redirects blood from the superior and inferior vena cava directly into the pulmonary arteries, reducing the workload on the functional ventricle and improving circulatory efficiency. Before surgery, the cardiac team evaluates ventricular function, pulmonary artery anatomy, heart rhythm, oxygen levels, and other factors that may influence suitability for Fontan circulation.
Faridabad, India
Marengo Asia Hospitals, Faridabad offers advanced Fontan Procedure using modern congenital cardiac surgery techniques and individualized cardiovascular care plans. Established in 2007, the NABH, NABL accredited hospital is located in Faridabad, India and has 325 beds, providing comprehensive cardiac care for local and international patients.
The Fontan Procedure is a major palliative heart surgery used for children and selected adults with complex congenital heart defects in which only one ventricle is capable of adequately supporting circulation. During the procedure, blood returning from the body is directed toward the pulmonary arteries without passing through a functional pumping chamber. This helps separate systemic and pulmonary blood flow and improves oxygenation in patients with single-ventricle physiology.
Gurgaon, India
Marengo Asia Hospitals, Gurugram provides specialized Fontan Procedure with a focus on precise surgical reconstruction, advanced congenital cardiac techniques, and individualized postoperative care. Established in 2022, the NABH, NABL accredited hospital is located in Gurgaon, India and operates 250 beds, with modern pediatric cardiac surgical and critical-care infrastructure.
The Fontan Procedure can establish a circulation in which systemic venous blood flows directly to the lungs without being pumped by a ventricle. By reducing the volume load on the functional ventricle, the procedure can improve oxygenation and support circulation in appropriately selected patients with single-ventricle physiology. A detailed assessment before surgery helps the cardiac team determine the patient's readiness for Fontan completion and plan the most suitable surgical technique.
| Speciality | Cardiac Sciences |
| Procedure | Fontan Procedure |
| Success Rate | 90-95% |
| Recovery Time | Few days |
| Treatment Time | 5-6 hours |
| Chances of Recurrence | 5% |
The Fontan procedure is a complex surgery that is typically performed to treat congenital heart defects that result in a single functional ventricle in the heart. The Fontan procedure is usually followed by another surgical intervention known as the Glenn procedure. During the surgery, oxygen-poor blood is rerouted to go to the pulmonary artery from the lower body instead of going through the heart. This helps improve oxygenation and circulation in the body.
The Fontan procedure is used to treat congenital heart defects such as tricuspid atresia, hypoplastic left heart syndrome (HLHS), pulmonary atresia, and other conditions where the heart has only one functional pumping chamber.
Recovery after the Fontan procedure is usually challenging. The hospital stay lasts from 1 to 2 weeks. Initially, patients may be kept on medications to support heart function and prevent complications. Physical activity and movement are gradually increased under medical supervision. Regular follow-up visits are scheduled to monitor the heart's function and overall health. Long-term care and management are crucial to ensuring the best possible outcomes and quality of life for the patient. Rehabilitation is suggested by the team of healthcare experts.