EECP or Enhanced External Counter Pulsation is a procedure that is used in the treatment of angina pectoris. People with angina may have limited blood supply to the heart which affects their daily simple tasks. EECP works by increasing the blood supply to the heart even in the area where the blood supply was negligible before the treatment. Most of the patients after EECP treatment can perform daily activities of living without symptoms of chest pain or discomfort.
EECP treatment cost in India ranges from 1400 to 1600 USD. The treatment is effective in relieving symptoms of angina but not every patient is suitable for EECP treatment. Many EECP centers in India provide treatment with great accuracy under a reasonable range of cost. EECP can be effective for 2 to 3 years and is a non-invasive procedure with great benefits.
Evaluation
The doctors perform a physical examination of the patient to check the general health. It is important to plan the EECP treatment and the dosage of each session according to the findings.
Diagnostic tests
The doctors also perform some tests like stress tests which can help to diagnose the specific type of angina present in each patient. It is important for patients who are not suitable for the EECP treatment procedure.
Preparation of the patient
The patient is prepared for the procedure and is advised to wear comfortable clothes. No solid foods are allowed before the treatment and the urinary bladder should be emptied. The patient is asked to lie down on stature.
EECP procedure
The inflatable cuffs are placed around the legs, thighs, and buttocks of the patient. Three EKG leads are placed in the chest area to monitor the heartbeat of the patient. The cuffs inflate and deflate during the procedure to allow increased blood supply to the heart.
Dosage of EECP procedure
EECP procedure is performed for 1 to 2 hours per day for three to four weeks. The exact dosage can vary according to the condition of each patient.
Re-evaluation of the symptoms
Some patients may feel symptoms after the procedure for a specific period. Others may feel instant relief from chest pain, fatigue, and shortness of breath.
Some of the benefits of EECP treatment include
In India, treatment is cheaper as compared to other countries. The treatment provided in India is not compromised on quality and provides individualized treatment and doses according to the needs of each patient. Here is a cost comparison between India and different countries
countries |
starting price in USD |
India |
1400 USD |
UK |
6600 USD |
USA |
8000 USD |
Thailand |
5500 USD |
UAE |
5000 USD |
Some of the factors that can affect the total cost of each patient for EECP treatment are as follows
EECP treatment provides relief from symptoms and improves the quality of life for almost all patients and provides remarkable success rates of 88% to 95%. Although EECP proves to be beneficial for acute angina patients it may not be suitable for unstable angina and other complex cardiac conditions.
Some of the conditions in which EECP treatment is performed are
EECP is not suitable for complex cardiac diseases like
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