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At Hospital Ruber International, Fontan Procedure is performed using specialized congenital cardiac surgical techniques and comprehensive preoperative cardiovascular assessment. Established in 1982, this ISO accredited hospital in Madrid, Spain has 345 beds and offers advanced pediatric and adult congenital cardiac services.
The Fontan Procedure may be considered for patients with complex heart defects such as hypoplastic left heart syndrome, tricuspid atresia, or other conditions resulting in single-ventricle physiology. The surgical team connects the systemic venous circulation directly to the pulmonary arteries, allowing blood to reach the lungs without being pumped there by a ventricle. Detailed assessment may include echocardiography, cardiac catheterisation, CT or MRI imaging, and evaluation of lung and ventricular function before surgery.
Manipal Hospital, Ghaziabad offers advanced Fontan Procedure using modern congenital cardiac surgery techniques and individualized cardiovascular care plans. Established in 2010, the NABH, NABL accredited hospital is located in Ghaziabad, India and has 9500 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.
Choosing Istanbul Oncology Hospital for Fontan Procedure gives patients access to experienced congenital cardiac surgeons, advanced cardiovascular imaging, pediatric intensive care facilities, and structured postoperative management. Established in 2008, the JCI accredited hospital in Istanbul, Turkey it has adequate bed capacity and provides specialised congenital and cardiothoracic surgical services.
The Fontan Procedure is performed under general anaesthesia and involves rerouting venous blood directly to the pulmonary arteries. Different surgical approaches may be used depending on the patient's anatomy, including an extracardiac conduit or lateral tunnel technique. After surgery, patients are closely monitored for circulation, oxygenation, heart rhythm, fluid balance, and other potential complications. Long-term follow-up is important because Fontan circulation requires ongoing cardiac assessment throughout life.
At Vinmec Central Park International Hospital, Fontan Procedure is performed using specialized congenital cardiac surgical techniques and comprehensive preoperative cardiovascular assessment. Established in 2015, this JCI accredited hospital in Ho Chi Minh, Vietnam has 178 beds and offers advanced pediatric and adult congenital cardiac services.
The Fontan Procedure may be considered for patients with complex heart defects such as hypoplastic left heart syndrome, tricuspid atresia, or other conditions resulting in single-ventricle physiology. The surgical team connects the systemic venous circulation directly to the pulmonary arteries, allowing blood to reach the lungs without being pumped there by a ventricle. Detailed assessment may include echocardiography, cardiac catheterisation, CT or MRI imaging, and evaluation of lung and ventricular function before surgery.
Choosing Vinmec Hai Phong for Fontan Procedure gives patients access to experienced congenital cardiac surgeons, advanced cardiovascular imaging, pediatric intensive care facilities, and structured postoperative management. Established in 2018, the JCI accredited hospital in Ha noi, Vietnam has 200 beds and provides specialised congenital and cardiothoracic surgical services.
The Fontan Procedure is performed under general anaesthesia and involves rerouting venous blood directly to the pulmonary arteries. Different surgical approaches may be used depending on the patient's anatomy, including an extracardiac conduit or lateral tunnel technique. After surgery, patients are closely monitored for circulation, oxygenation, heart rhythm, fluid balance, and other potential complications. Long-term follow-up is important because Fontan circulation requires ongoing cardiac assessment throughout life.
Vinmec Ha Long Hospital provides specialized Fontan Procedure with a focus on precise surgical reconstruction, advanced congenital cardiac techniques, and individualized postoperative care. Established in 2018, the JCI accredited hospital is located in Ha noi, Vietnam and operates 500 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.
At IRCCS Ospedale San Raffaele, Fontan Procedure is performed using specialized congenital cardiac surgical techniques and comprehensive preoperative cardiovascular assessment. Established in 1971, this SSN accredited hospital in milan, Italy has 1350 beds and offers advanced pediatric and adult congenital cardiac services.
The Fontan Procedure may be considered for patients with complex heart defects such as hypoplastic left heart syndrome, tricuspid atresia, or other conditions resulting in single-ventricle physiology. The surgical team connects the systemic venous circulation directly to the pulmonary arteries, allowing blood to reach the lungs without being pumped there by a ventricle. Detailed assessment may include echocardiography, cardiac catheterisation, CT or MRI imaging, and evaluation of lung and ventricular function before surgery.
Memorial Atasehir Hospital provides specialized Fontan Procedure with a focus on precise surgical reconstruction, advanced congenital cardiac techniques, and individualized postoperative care. Established in 2010, the JCI accredited hospital is located in Istanbul, Turkey and operates 144 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.
Medicana Konya Hospital provides specialized Fontan Procedure with a focus on precise surgical reconstruction, advanced congenital cardiac techniques, and individualized postoperative care. Established in 2012, the JCI accredited hospital is located in Konya, Turkey and operates 223 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.
Medicana Bahcelievler Hospital provides specialized Fontan Procedure with a focus on precise surgical reconstruction, advanced congenital cardiac techniques, and individualized postoperative care. Established in 2004, the JCI accredited hospital is located in Istanbul, Turkey and operates 89 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.
Medicana Bursa Hospital offers advanced Fontan Procedure using modern congenital cardiac surgery techniques and individualized cardiovascular care plans. Established in 2017, the JCI, ISO accredited hospital is located in Bursa, Turkey and has 300 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.
NMC Specialty Hospital - Al Ain 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 100 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.
Choosing Acibadem Maslak Hospital for Fontan Procedure gives patients access to experienced congenital cardiac surgeons, advanced cardiovascular imaging, pediatric intensive care facilities, and structured postoperative management. Established in 2009, the JCI accredited hospital in Istanbul, Turkey has 364 beds and provides specialised congenital and cardiothoracic surgical services.
The Fontan Procedure is performed under general anaesthesia and involves rerouting venous blood directly to the pulmonary arteries. Different surgical approaches may be used depending on the patient's anatomy, including an extracardiac conduit or lateral tunnel technique. After surgery, patients are closely monitored for circulation, oxygenation, heart rhythm, fluid balance, and other potential complications. Long-term follow-up is important because Fontan circulation requires ongoing cardiac assessment throughout life.
At Acibadem Fulya Hospital, Fontan Procedure is performed using specialized congenital cardiac surgical techniques and comprehensive preoperative cardiovascular assessment. Established in 2006, this JCI accredited hospital in Istanbul, Turkey has 138 beds and offers advanced pediatric and adult congenital cardiac services.
The Fontan Procedure may be considered for patients with complex heart defects such as hypoplastic left heart syndrome, tricuspid atresia, or other conditions resulting in single-ventricle physiology. The surgical team connects the systemic venous circulation directly to the pulmonary arteries, allowing blood to reach the lungs without being pumped there by a ventricle. Detailed assessment may include echocardiography, cardiac catheterisation, CT or MRI imaging, and evaluation of lung and ventricular function before surgery.
VPS Lakeshore Hospital offers advanced Fontan Procedure using modern congenital cardiac surgery techniques and individualized cardiovascular care plans. Established in 2003, the NABH, ISO accredited hospital is located in Kochi, India and has 350 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.
| 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.