Carotid Endarterectomy Cost in India

The cost of carotid endarterectomy in India typically ranges from $500 to $6,000 USD, depending on the hospital, city, and type of procedure.

Carotid endarterectomy is an operation to remove fatty deposits (plaque) from a carotid artery in the neck. It aims to reduce the risk of stroke. The cost usually depends on:

• Anaesthetic: general or local anaesthetic.
• Patch: a small patch may be used to close the artery.
• Imaging: ultrasound or other scans before surgery.
• Hospital stay: usually one night.

The carotid arteries supply blood to the brain. A narrowing caused by plaque can lead to a stroke or mini-stroke (TIA) if a piece breaks off or blood flow is reduced.

Surgery is usually considered for people with significant narrowing who have had symptoms such as a TIA or minor stroke.

The NHS explains that the operation can be done under general or local anaesthetic. The surgeon makes a small cut in the neck, opens the artery and removes the plaque. The artery is closed with fine stitches, sometimes with a small patch.

The NHS reports that the operation usually takes one to two hours, and most people stay in hospital for one night.

The NHS lists these possible complications:

• Stroke: a small risk during or after surgery.
• Pain, numbness and bruising: common, and usually improve.
• Nerve damage: can cause numbness or weakness in the face.
• Bleeding or wound infection: rare.
• Re-narrowing of the artery: which may need further treatment.

A specialist will discuss your individual risk before the operation.