Heart enlargement (cardiomegaly)
An enlarged heart is a condition in which the size of the heart increases. All or some of the heart might become enlarged. Most individuals with an enlarged heart require lifelong treatment with medications. On this page, we will look at heart enlargement in detail such as what is heart enlargement, what are the causes and symptoms of heart enlargement, how to diagnose heart enlargement, what are the treatments for heart enlargement, who are the best doctors for heart enlargement treatment in India, and which are the top hospitals for heart enlargement treatment in India.
What the price includes
- Chief cardiac surgeon, anaesthetist and perfusionist team
- Operating theatre with heart-lung bypass setup
- 2–3 nights post-operative Cardiac ICU stay
- 4–5 nights room hospitalization with round-the-clock nursing
- Pre-op angiography review and biochemical panels
- Pre-discharge echocardiogram and cardiologist review
What it does not include
- Return international flights for patient and companion
- Serviced apartment accommodation after discharge
- Attendant visa fees and consular documentation
- Treatment of acute unassociated co-morbidities
- Subsequent outpatient cardiac medications past 30 days
- Extended cardiac rehabilitation once back in home country
What each hospital charges
Same clinical excellence across 5 accredited partner hospitals. Marlin charges no patient commission — figures are transparent official hospital estimates.
Hospital rate cards are being confirmed for this procedure.
Standard estimated procedure package starts from $20,000. Request a free review below to receive an itemized quote from our accredited partner hospitals.
Estimate your whole trip, not just the surgery
Flights, hotel, food and visas for the full 20 days — so the number you budget for is what you actually spend.
Your estimated total
$21,810 – $22,930
- Surgery, hospital and care$20,000 fixed
- Return flights (1 passenger)$920
- Hotel & meals during recovery$810
- Indian medical visas$80
The upper figure allows for a longer stay. The implant and surgery are fixed. Marlin adds nothing to any of these numbers.
Surgeons who do this operation every week
Senior consultants at JCI/NABH accredited centres with decades of dedicated procedural volume.
Dr. Vijay Kumar Chopra
Heart Failure & Cardiology
Chairman of Clinical Cardiology & Research, leading cardiology expert in complex bypass and heart failure management.
Dr. Ashok Seth
Interventional Cardiology
Padma Bhushan & Padma Shri recipient. Global pioneer in angioplasty and advanced cardiac catheter interventions.
Dr. S.K.S Marya
Senior Reconstructive Surgeon
Pioneered computerized precision surgeries and minimally invasive techniques across Asia.
What the three weeks actually look like
From sending your first medical scans to your fit-to-fly clearance.
Before you fly
Reports and a surgeon’s opinion
Send your X-rays and medical history. Within 24–48 hours you get a named surgeon’s written opinion and a costed plan from each hospital you shortlist.
Day 1–2
Arrival and tests
Airport pickup, hotel check-in and hospital consultation. Blood work, ECG, anaesthesia clearance and a fitness review are completed the same or next day.
Day 3
Surgery
The operation takes 60–90 minutes per joint. You are moved to your private room the same day and stood up with support within 24 hours.
Day 4–7
Walking with physio
Twice-daily physiotherapy in the ward. Most patients walk with a frame by day two after surgery and manage stairs before discharge.
Day 8–21
Recovery and review
You stay near the hospital in a serviced hotel with outpatient physio, then a final review, stitch removal and fit-to-fly clearance before you travel home.
✓ Verified international patient
“I paid the hospital directly at the billing counter and the number matched the estimate Marlin sent me in Nairobi. Nobody asked me for a single extra shilling.”
Questions patients ask before they book
Essential details on payments, visa processing, language and post-operative flight permissions.
Can an enlarged heart be serious?+
Having an enlarged heart may lead to a serious problem over time. Initially, the patient will remain asymptomatic and doesn’t experience any issues. Over the years, the enlarged heart may compromise the heart’s ability to properly function, causing serious health complications like cardiac arrest, cardiac arrhythmias, worsening heart failure, and sometimes cardiac death.
What should I eat for enlarged heart?+
Your diet must include lots of lean protein, fruits, vegetables and whole grains. Avoid high-fat foods like red meat, baked goods and cheese. Also limit food that has sodium content such as sandwiches, soup, pizza and processed foods. Cut back on drinks and food with added sugar.
Can exercise decrease the size of an enlarged heart?+
Exercise might help reduce more than the waist size. It also can help reduce a thickened as well as enlarged heart. Regular exercise will be beneficial in lowering blood pressure when treating an enlarged heart.
Can an enlarged heart return to normal?+
Depending on the condition, the enlarged heart might be permanent or temporary. Treatment for an enlarged heart can include medical procedures, medications or surgery.