Fortis Memorial Research Institute
Sector - 44, Opposite HUDA City Centre, Gurugram, Haryana
Opening blocked pathways to bring vital flow back to your heart.

Experiencing chest tightness or discovering narrowed arteries can leave you feeling deeply anxious about your future health. Deciding to undergo coronary angioplasty is a vital, immediate step toward restoring proper circulation and protecting your heart muscle. Shifara Health exists so that this essential medical decision, and the process of traveling for care in India, is never a journey you have to navigate alone.

Coronary Angioplasty (also referred to as Percutaneous Transluminal Coronary Angioplasty or PTCA) is a minimally invasive catheter-based procedure designed to open narrowed or clogged heart arteries. During the procedure, a thin tube (catheter) with a tiny balloon at its tip is guided through a blood vessel in the wrist or groin directly to the site of the blockage.
Once positioned, the balloon is gently inflated, pushing plaque deposits against the artery walls to restore healthy blood flow before the balloon is deflated and removed. While many modern interventions combine this with stent implantation, standalone balloon angioplasty (or specialized drug-coated balloon therapy) remains an important, targeted option for specific anatomical conditions. Catheterization labs in India perform these procedures under the care of experienced interventional cardiologists.

Heart institutions in India have catheterization suites, advanced fluoroscopic imaging, and seasoned interventional teams without the lengthy waiting periods found in Western healthcare systems. For international patients coming from the Gulf, Africa, and neighboring regions, India delivers immediate access to expert cardiac intervention at a fraction of Western costs, backed by comprehensive pre-procedure evaluations and attentive post-procedure care.
How Shifara Health supports you from your first message to your return home.
We compile your angiography reports and cardiac scans for evaluation by interventional cardiologists in India. We handle all travel details, medical visas, and hospital admissions so your entire treatment plan is structured before you board your flight.
A dedicated Shifara Health team member greets you at the airport. Your catheterization schedule, specialist consultations, and room accommodations are fully organized in advance, ensuring a smooth, supported start.
From pre-procedure preparation to the cath lab and post-procedure monitoring, our team stays close. We act as a constant communication bridge between your medical team, you, and your loved ones back home.
Recovery from angioplasty is usually swift. We coordinate your post-procedure check-ups, clear you for safe travel home, and set up continuous virtual follow-ups with your cardiologist long after you return.
We believe in transparency before commitment. The figure below is a starting point. Your Shifara Health advisor will share a personalized estimate based on your specific condition, the number of vessel blockages treated, chosen hospital, and tailored care plan.
| Procedure | Indicative cost (USD) |
|---|---|
| Angioplasty & Stent | $4,000 – $5,500 |
Note: All costs are indicative. A personalized estimate is part of your free consultation with Shifara Health.
Tell us about your condition and we will send a treatment plan and cost estimate within 48 hours, free.