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| Speciality | Cardiac Sciences |
| Procedure | Norwood Procedure |
| Success Rate | 85-95% |
| Recovery Time | 6 months to 1 year |
| Treatment Time | 6 to 8 hours |
| Chances of Recurrence | Not Applicable |
The Norwood Procedure is a complex surgical procedure performed on newborns with a severe congenital heart defect called Hypoplastic Left Heart Syndrome (HLHS). It is the first in a series of three heart surgeries known as the Norwood Series. The goal of these surgeries is to reconstruct the underdeveloped left side of the heart. During the Norwood Procedure, the surgeon creates a new, larger aorta and connects it to the pulmonary artery. This then allows the blood to flow to the lungs. The procedure helps improve oxygenation and circulation of the blood in the body.
The Norwood Procedure is specifically used to treat infants diagnosed with Hypoplastic Left Heart Syndrome (HLHS). It is a complex cardiac condition where the left side of the heart is underdeveloped, impairing the ability to pump oxygenated blood to the body.
Recovery after the Norwood Procedure is long and often challenging. As the surgery is performed on infants, intensive care is required in the cardiac ICU. The initial recovery period involves close monitoring of vital signs, oxygen levels, and heart function. Long-term recovery involves multiple follow-up visits to monitor the child's growth, development, and heart function. The subsequent surgeries in the Norwood Series are performed at later stages to further improve the heart's function and circulation. The recovery after Norwood can take weeks and will require extensive cardiac rehabilitation.
There are several factors for ranking the hospitals on the basis of the procedure. In Singapore, hospitals that do Norwood Procedures are ranked according to the mentioned factors- Popularity for the Procedure, Infrastructure, Accessibility of the treatment, Qualified Medical Personnel, Technology Used, Price, Amenities provided, and Success Rate.
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Yes. You can avail a video consultation with a specialist before you plan your medical travel. To schedule your online consultation with the specialist, you can reach one of our patient counselors. They will check the doctor's availability, send the payment link to you, and finalize your appointment.
People from around the world are increasingly choosing to travel to Singapore for Norwood Procedure due to its modern infrastructure and high success rate. In addition, there are other parameters that make Singapore the ideal option for Norwood Procedure. They include:
The recovery time for a procedure varies based on the condition of the patient and the complexity of the surgery. Rehabilitation and post-operative care play an important role in speeding up the recovery time and helping the patient to get back to their healthier self. Patient must keep in touch with their surgeon for a few months after surgery in order to speed up recovery.
