maestro rechargeable system Cost in India

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

The Maestro Rechargeable System is an implanted device for obesity, also known as vBloc (vagal blocking) therapy. Electrodes on the vagus nerves near the stomach intermittently block nerve signals to reduce appetite. The cost depends on:

• Device: the main cost.
• Keyhole surgery: to place the electrodes.
• Programming visits
• Availability

This is a device-based implant, and its availability in India could not be confirmed. Ask for a written quote and confirm the device can be supplied.

Dr Arya Sharma, an obesity specialist, describes a rechargeable unit under the skin connected to two electrodes placed laparoscopically on the vagal trunks. It blocks signals intermittently while the person is awake, and can be adjusted or switched off.

The US FDA approved the device in January 2015 for adults with a BMI of 40 to 45, or 35 to 39.9 with a related condition. Average weight loss was about 10 to 15%, and pivotal trial results were less impressive than hoped.

We did not find evidence that the Maestro system is currently offered in India. Ask the hospital to confirm, and compare the evidence with established operations such as sleeve gastrectomy or bypass.