Angiography Cost in India

The cost of Angiography in India typically ranges from $400 to $1,200 USD, depending on the hospital, city, and type of procedure.

Angiography is an X-ray test that uses contrast dye to show blood vessels. Coronary angiography looks at the heart arteries and is the most common type. The cost depends on:

• Type of angiogram: coronary, peripheral, renal or cerebral.
• Invasive or CT: catheter angiography or a non-invasive CT angiogram.
• Day case or admission: most coronary angiograms are day cases.
• Whether angioplasty follows: if a stent is placed in the same sitting, the bill changes.

• CT coronary angiogram: a scan with dye through a vein in the arm. It is good at ruling out significant disease.
• Catheter angiogram: a thin tube through the wrist or groin. It gives detailed pictures and allows treatment in the same sitting.
• Which to choose: your cardiologist decides based on symptoms and risk.

North Bristol NHS Trust describes the test:

• Local anaesthetic: at the wrist or groin. You stay awake, and sedation is offered if you are anxious.
• Dye and X-rays: contrast is injected as pictures are taken.
• Recovery: about three hours, then home the same day with someone to stay with you.
• Risks: small risks of stroke, heart attack or emergency surgery. Allergic reaction to the dye is very rare.

• Driving: do not drive for 48 hours (North Bristol NHS).
• Activity: avoid heavy lifting for 4–5 days.
• Puncture site: press firmly if it bleeds and seek help if bleeding does not stop.
• Results: ask for the report and a copy of the images, which are needed if you are planning treatment.