Heart Transplant in Mumbai
Advanced Surgical Care for Patients With End-Stage Heart Disease
A heart transplant is a complex surgical procedure in which a severely diseased heart is replaced with a healthy donor heart. It may be considered for carefully selected patients with advanced heart failure or severe heart disease when other available treatments are no longer providing adequate benefit.
Dr. Gulshan Rohra, an experienced Cardiothoracic Surgeon in Mumbai, provides specialised evaluation and surgical care for patients with complex cardiac conditions. With decades of experience and specialised training in Complex Cardiac Care and Minimally Invasive Cardiac Surgery at James Cook University Hospital, Middlesbrough, United Kingdom, Dr. Rohra brings advanced clinical knowledge and a patient-centred approach to complex cardiac care.
What Is a Heart Transplant?
A heart transplant involves removing a patient’s severely diseased heart and replacing it with a suitable donor heart. Because transplantation involves major surgery, lifelong medical care and immunosuppressive medicines, patients undergo detailed evaluation before being considered for transplantation.
The decision to proceed with a heart transplant is made by a specialised multidisciplinary transplant team after assessing the patient’s overall health, heart condition, suitability for transplantation and other treatment options.
Who May Need a Heart Transplant?
A heart transplant may be considered for selected patients with advanced or end-stage heart failure when symptoms remain severe despite appropriate medical and other treatments.
Possible conditions may include:
- Advanced heart failure
- Severe cardiomyopathy
- Certain congenital heart conditions
- Severe coronary artery disease
- Complex or end-stage cardiac disease
- Heart failure that significantly affects daily activities and quality of life
Not every patient with heart disease requires a transplant. A specialist evaluation is essential to determine whether transplantation is appropriate.
Who May Benefit From Minimally Invasive Cardiac Surgery?
Depending on the patient’s condition and surgical requirements, minimally invasive approaches may be considered for selected procedures involving:
Heart Transplant Evaluation
Before a patient can be considered for a heart transplant, a comprehensive evaluation is carried out, including a detailed medical and cardiac history, physical examination, blood tests, heart and lung function assessment, cardiac imaging, evaluation of kidney, liver and other organ functions, and an overall assessment of the patient’s health and suitability for transplantation. Based on these findings, the transplant team determines the most appropriate treatment pathway for the patient.
During a Heart Transplant
During the procedure, the patient’s diseased heart is removed and replaced with the donor heart. The new heart is carefully connected to the major blood vessels, and its function is assessed before the patient is transferred for intensive post-operative monitoring.
Heart transplantation is a highly specialised procedure requiring coordination between cardiothoracic surgeons, cardiologists, anaesthetists, transplant specialists, critical-care teams and other healthcare professionals.
Life After Heart Transplant
Recovery after a heart transplant requires close medical supervision. Patients need regular follow-up appointments and lifelong anti-rejection medication, also known as immunosuppressive therapy.
Following the transplant team’s recommendations regarding medicines, follow-up visits, infection prevention, diet, physical activity and lifestyle is an important part of long-term care.
Why Choose Dr. Gulshan Rohra?
Experienced Cardiothoracic Surgical Care in Mumbai
Dr. Gulshan Rohra is a Cardiothoracic Surgeon in Mumbai with more than 12 years of experience in cardiac and thoracic surgery.
His specialised training in Complex Cardiac Care and Minimally Invasive Cardiac Surgery at James Cook University Hospital, Middlesbrough, UK, has provided him with advanced exposure to contemporary cardiac surgical techniques and the management of complex cardiac conditions.
Dr. Rohra takes an individualised approach to every patient, focusing on understanding the patient’s condition, evaluating available treatment options and coordinating appropriate care.
- 12+ years of surgical experience
- Specialised training in Complex Cardiac Care
- International training in the United Kingdom
- Expertise in complex cardiac conditions
- Patient-focused treatment planning
- Multidisciplinary approach to complex cardiac care
Is Heart Transplant the Only Option?
Not necessarily. Depending on the patient’s condition, other treatments may be considered before transplantation. These may include optimised medical therapy, cardiac procedures, surgery, mechanical circulatory support or other advanced heart-failure treatments.
The appropriate treatment depends on the underlying condition, severity of heart failure, overall health and response to previous treatments.
A specialist evaluation can help determine which treatment pathway may be appropriate.
Get Expert Evaluation for Complex Cardiac Conditions in Mumbai
A heart transplant is a major decision that requires careful evaluation by an experienced multidisciplinary team. If you or a loved one has advanced heart failure or complex cardiac disease, seeking a specialist opinion can help you understand the available treatment options.
Dr. Gulshan Rohra is an experienced Cardiothoracic Surgeon in Mumbai, providing specialised care for complex cardiac conditions with a focus on personalised treatment planning and advanced surgical care.
