Which is better: stenting or bypass surgery (CABG)?

Stenting is suitable for limited arterial damage. CABG (Coronary Artery Bypass Grafting) is generally preferred for multi-vessel disease, diabetes, or complex anatomy. Bypass surgery often provides more stable long-term results in complex cases. The final decision is made following a coronary angiography, jointly by your cardiologist and cardiac surgeon.

Can a valve be replaced without open-heart surgery?

Yes. The TAVI (Transcatheter Aortic Valve Implantation) method allows for aortic valve replacement via blood vessels without opening the chest. It is suitable for older patients or those at high risk for traditional open-heart surgery. The choice of method depends on your heart condition, age, and existing comorbidities.

How safe is cardiac surgery abroad?

Major clinics in Turkey, India, and South Korea are JCI-accredited and perform thousands of surgeries annually. The success rate in leading centers exceeds 95–98%. Risks depend not on the country, but rather on the patient's overall health and the complexity of the intervention.

How long do I need to stay abroad after heart surgery?

For stenting, it is 3–5 days. For CABG (bypass surgery) or valve replacement, you will typically need 10–14 days in the hospital for monitoring. For TAVI, it is about 5–7 days. The duration may vary depending on the patient's condition and the recovery process.

Treatment Coordination Abroad

Cardiac Surgery Abroad

We arrange coronary bypass surgery, heart valve replacement, and minimally invasive procedures such as TAVI and coronary stenting at JCI-accredited hospitals in Turkey, India, and South Korea.

Get Consultation

Cardiovascular surgery team at Medicana International Ankara led by Prof. Dr. Neyyir Tuncay Eren

Why Patients Choose Heart Surgery Abroad

Patients choose international cardiac centres for faster access to treatment and advanced technologies. In Germany, coronary bypass surgery or valve replacement may cost from €40,000 and involve months of waiting. At JCI-accredited hospitals in Turkey, similar procedures may cost around $14,000–19,000, with surgery often arranged within 5–7 days after the first hospital review. Leading cardiac surgeons in Turkey, India, and South Korea perform thousands of procedures each year and have extensive experience with complex heart surgery.

Up to 70%

Potential cost savings compared with hospitals in Germany.

JCI

Our partner hospitals meet recognised international safety standards.

5–7 Days

Typical timeframe from first contact to hospital admission.

Over 98%

Success rates for cardiac surgery in leading centres in Turkey and India.

Main Types of Heart Surgery Abroad

Coronary Artery Bypass Grafting — CABG

A bypass is created to restore blood flow around blocked coronary arteries. In selected cases, the operation can be performed on a beating heart using an off-pump technique, without a heart-lung machine. Many patients begin mobilisation the next day.

Coronary Stenting

A narrowed artery is widened using a small metal mesh tube called a stent, inserted through a puncture in the wrist or groin. Most patients are discharged within 24 hours.

Heart Valve Replacement

Surgical replacement of a damaged heart valve with a mechanical or biological valve. Mechanical valves can last for decades but require anticoagulant medication. Biological valves typically function for 15–20 years and may require less intensive long-term medication.

Transcatheter Aortic Valve Implantation — TAVI

A major advance in cardiology. The aortic valve is replaced without opening the chest. A folded biological valve is delivered to the heart through a blood vessel in the groin. TAVI is often suitable for patients who are not candidates for open-heart surgery. Discharge is usually possible within 3–5 days.

MitraClip for Mitral Regurgitation

A special clip is placed on the mitral valve through a catheter, without stopping the heart. The procedure is available at selected leading hospitals in Istanbul.

Radiofrequency Ablation

A treatment for complex heart rhythm disorders. The specialist identifies the source of abnormal electrical impulses and destroys it using controlled radiofrequency energy. In selected arrhythmias, effectiveness may reach around 80% after the first procedure.

Aortic Surgery

Treatment for life-threatening aortic conditions, including aneurysm and aortic dissection. Procedures are performed in hybrid operating theatres where open surgery can be combined with endovascular stent graft placement.

Leading Countries and Clinics for Cardiac Surgery

Cardiac Surgery in Turkey

Hospitals provide hybrid operating theatres and access to procedures such as TAVI and MitraClip. Many cardiac surgeons regularly train in Europe and the United States. Clinics: Koç University Hospital, Medipol, Medicana.

Cardiac Surgery in India

India offers some of the most accessible prices, combined with a high volume of specialised cardiac patients. Indian cardiac surgeons are experienced in severe cases and multi-vessel coronary disease. Clinics: Apollo, Fortis.

Cardiac Surgery in South Korea

South Korea is chosen for advanced cardiac diagnostics, complex surgical procedures, and treatment of combined cardiovascular conditions. Clinics: Samsung, Asan.

Treatment in Turkey

Treatment in South Korea

Treatment in India

Steps for Organising Treatment Abroad

Send us your available medical reports, test results, and scans. Our medical coordinator organises your case and arranges professional medical translation into English.
We contact specialists at relevant hospitals. You receive official treatment programmes with detailed cost estimates. We review each option with you and help you make an informed decision.
You do not need to worry about the logistics. We coordinate admission dates, assist with flights, arrange airport transfers, and organise comfortable accommodation.
From your first day at the hospital, you are supported by a dedicated medical interpreter. We coordinate communication with the hospital team and help ensure treatment follows the agreed care plan.
Our support continues after discharge. We assist with recovery planning, translate final medical reports, and help arrange remote follow-up consultations after you return home.

Frequently Asked Questions

Costs depend on the procedure, country, clinic, and the complexity of your case.Coronary stenting: starts from $4,000 in India, $7,000 in Turkey, and $8,000 in South Korea.CABG (Bypass surgery): starts from $6,500 in India, $18,000 in Turkey, and $22,000 in South Korea.Valve replacement: starts from $7,000 in India, $19,000 in Turkey, and $27,000 in South Korea.The exact cost is calculated after a thorough review of your medical records.