Fortis Hospital, Shalimar Bagh, Delhi, India
Reserve Amount: USD 100 . Pay total amount USD 6500 at the hospital.
Note: USD 100 reservation fee is non-refundable.
You Save : USD 500
VP Shunt Surgery is a neurosurgical procedure performed to treat hydrocephalus — a condition where excess cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) accumulates in the brain’s ventricles, causing pressure buildup.
In this procedure, a shunt system (a thin, flexible tube) is placed inside the brain’s ventricles to divert excess fluid into the abdominal cavity, where the body naturally absorbs it. The system consists of three parts: a ventricular catheter, a flow-regulating valve, and a distal catheter that drains fluid into the peritoneal cavity.
VP Shunt surgery relieves symptoms such as headaches, nausea, balance issues, and cognitive impairment, and helps prevent brain damage caused by high intracranial pressure.
It is a lifesaving and long-term solution that restores normal CSF flow and protects brain function.
Many international patients opt for VP Shunt in India, drawn by the country’s cutting-edge surgical excellence, state-of-the-art hospitals, and consistently high success rates.
Days in Hospital
1 - 2
Days in Hotel
10 - 14
Room Type
Sharing
Patients diagnosed with hydrocephalus, either congenital or acquired (due to infection, bleeding, tumor, or trauma), are recommended for this procedure.
The neurosurgeon makes a small opening in the skull to insert one end of the shunt into the brain’s ventricles. The other end is tunneled under the skin to the abdomen, allowing CSF to drain safely.
Typically 1–2 hours, depending on the patient’s condition and anatomy.
As with any brain surgery, there are risks such as infection, blockage, or over-drainage, but these are relatively rare with modern shunt systems and expert surgical care.
Most patients stay in the hospital for 2–4 days post-surgery. Full recovery and return to normal activities generally occur within 2–3 weeks, depending on individual response.
Yes, they are designed for long-term use, though periodic monitoring and occasional revisions may be required as the patient grows or if complications arise.
Seek immediate medical attention if symptoms like persistent headache, vomiting, drowsiness, vision changes, or swelling along the shunt path appear — these may signal a blockage or infection.
Regular follow-ups are advised — initially within weeks of surgery and then annually, or as recommended by the neurosurgeon.
When performed by skilled neurosurgeons, success rates are above 90%, with significant improvement in symptoms and quality of life.
Your treatment will cost approximately USD 6500 at Fortis Hospital, Shalimar Bagh.
You need to pay 100 USD to secure the discounted VP Shunt package, including the additional benefits and offer pricing. The remaining balance can be paid after hospital treatment is completed.
We provide services for your medical travel, under our package- Consultation Fees, Surgery-Related Tests (regular blood work & lab investigations, etc.), Hospital Room Charges for the Specified Period, Surgeon fees and nursing care, charges for the hospital surgery suite, anaesthesia charges, routine medicines and consumables (bandages, dressings, etc.), food and beverage for the patient, and one copy.
There are various payment methods available for booking the procedure, including cash, Checks, Debit cards, Credit cards, Mobile payments, and Electronic bank transfers.
Yes, you can cancel the package. Once you do, you will receive a full refund to your account within seven working days.
Yes, you can. Changes are dependent on the individual's requirements for availing the medical travel package.
Once you book the package online, you will be assigned to a case manager shortly and receive an email notification. The case manager will contact you to help you start planning. You do not have to do anything. Just sit back and relax; we'll take care of the rest.
Yes, visa assistance is provided to help patients complete their medical travel efficiently. Our support team assists applicants with all required documents and appointment letters to ensure a smooth process.
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