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| Surgery Name | Cost | Room | Hospitalization |
|---|---|---|---|
| Peripheral Angiogram Package | $520 | single | Patient - 1 day in a room |
✓ Inclusion
- ✔Room rent – 1 day stay in a single room
- ✔Cost of peripheral angiogram procedure (catheterisation, contrast and imaging)
- ✔Cath lab charges
- ✔Consultation by the primary team during package day
- ✔Basic investigations (kidney function, blood count, clotting, ECG)
- ✔Routine pharmacy and consumables
- ✔Patient food as per hospital menu
- ✔Report and CD of angiogram images
- ✔Free: airport pick-up & drop, visa invitation letter, interpreter & coordinator (Satyug Healthcare)
✗ Exclusion
- ✖Overstay beyond the 1 package day
- ✖Any other specialty consultations
- ✖Special equipment such as closure devices
- ✖Additional procedures (angioplasty, balloons, stents, atherectomy)
- ✖Blood components
- ✖CT / MR angiography and Doppler studies
- ✖Kidney protection or dialysis if required
- ✖Flights, visa fees, hotel and local travel
Know More About Procedure & Surgery
🇮🇳 VASCULAR PACKAGE — INDIA
Peripheral Angiogram (Angiography) in India
A short, minimally invasive X-ray test that shows blockages in the arteries of the legs, arms, kidneys and neck, done by interventional cardiologists and radiologists at accredited Indian hospitals – with angioplasty planned in the same visit if needed.
✅ Free Medical Opinion in 48–72 h🩸 Digital Subtraction Angiography💰 Starting USD 520✈️ Visa & Airport Support🗣️ Interpreter Available
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30–60 min
Procedure time
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1 day
Hospital stay
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99%+
Diagnostic accuracy
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4–5 days
Total stay in India
📖 What is a Peripheral Angiogram?
Arteries carry blood from the heart to the rest of the body. With age, smoking, diabetes and high cholesterol, fatty deposits called plaque can narrow or block them. When this happens in the legs it is called peripheral artery disease (PAD). It causes leg pain on walking, non-healing wounds and, in severe cases, risk of losing a toe or foot.
A peripheral angiogram (peripheral angiography) is an X-ray test that shows exactly where and how badly the arteries are narrowed. A thin tube (catheter) is passed through an artery in the groin or wrist under local anaesthesia. Contrast dye is injected and X-ray pictures are taken. It is the 'gold standard' map doctors use to plan treatment such as balloon angioplasty, stenting or bypass surgery. If a blockage is found, angioplasty can often be done in the same sitting.
🖼️ Understand It in Pictures
💡 In simple words
A peripheral angiogram is a test that shows the arteries of the legs. A thin tube is placed in an artery, dye is injected and X-ray pictures show any narrowing or blockage. It helps doctors plan treatment such as a stent or bypass.
What the leg angiogram shows
👀 Symptoms in Pictures
🩻 Scans & Tests — What Doctors See
🎬 The Treatment Journey in Pictures
📅 Recovery at a Glance
Drawings: Satyug Healthcare (simplified, not to scale). Photos: Wikimedia Commons; author and licence under each photo.
🩺 Conditions Diagnosed
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Peripheral artery disease of the legs
Narrowed leg arteries causing pain on walking or rest pain.
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Diabetic foot with poor blood flow
Non-healing ulcers or gangrene in people with diabetes.
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Renal artery stenosis
Narrowed kidney arteries causing hard-to-control blood pressure.
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Carotid artery disease
Neck artery narrowing that can cause stroke.
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Aneurysm
Ballooning of the aorta or leg arteries, planned for repair.
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Arm artery blockage
Subclavian or arm artery narrowing causing arm pain or dizziness.
⚠️ Symptoms That May Need an Angiogram
- ➤Calf or thigh pain on walking that eases with rest
- ➤Leg pain at night or at rest
- ➤Wounds on the feet or toes that do not heal
- ➤Cold, pale or bluish foot
- ➤Weak or absent pulse in the feet
- ➤Black toe (gangrene)
- ➤Blood pressure not controlled with 3 or more medicines
- ➤Mini-stroke or sudden weakness / vision loss
💡 Many patients do not need an angiogram first. A Doppler ultrasound and ankle-brachial index (ABI) can confirm PAD. Mild walking pain is often treated with walking exercise, stopping smoking, statins and aspirin. CT or MR angiography can replace a catheter angiogram for planning in some patients.
🔬 Tests Before Treatment
| Test | Why it is done |
|---|---|
| Arterial Doppler ultrasound | Shows blood flow and narrowing without needles. |
| Ankle-brachial index (ABI) | Compares ankle and arm blood pressure to measure the severity of PAD. |
| Kidney function (creatinine, eGFR) | Contrast dye can affect weak kidneys; protection is planned if needed. |
| Blood sugar and HbA1c | Diabetes control affects healing and treatment. |
| Clotting profile and blood count | Checks bleeding risk before the artery puncture. |
| ECG | Heart check before the procedure. |
| CT angiography (selected cases) | Non-invasive 3D map when a catheter test is not needed. |
🏥 The Procedure — Step by Step
1
Consultation
The vascular specialist reviews symptoms, Doppler and ABI.
2
Pre-procedure tests
Kidney function, clotting and sugar are checked; you fast for 4–6 hours.
3
Admission to day care
IV line, hydration and, if needed, kidney protection.
4
Local anaesthesia
The groin or wrist is numbed; you stay awake and comfortable.
5
Artery access
A small sheath is placed in the artery with a needle.
6
Catheter placement
A thin catheter is guided to the arteries to be studied under X-ray.
7
Dye injection and imaging
Contrast dye is injected and digital pictures are taken.
8
Sheath removal
The sheath is removed and pressure or a closure device stops bleeding.
9
Bed rest and monitoring
4–6 hours of rest with the leg straight; pulse and puncture site checked.
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Results and discharge
The doctor explains the findings and treatment plan; discharge within 1 day.
⚖️ Types & Techniques
| Technique | What is done | Best for |
|---|---|---|
| Catheter peripheral angiogram (DSA) | Dye injected through a catheter with digital X-ray | Planning angioplasty or bypass; most accurate |
| CT angiography | Dye injected in an arm vein with a CT scan | Non-invasive screening and planning |
| MR angiography | MRI pictures of the arteries | Patients who cannot have iodine dye |
| CO2 angiography | Carbon dioxide gas used instead of dye | Patients with weak kidneys |
| Angiogram + angioplasty | Balloon or stent in the same sitting | Significant blockage found |
📊 Catheter digital subtraction angiography remains the reference standard for mapping leg arteries before treatment; serious complications occur in under 1% of diagnostic procedures (ACC/AHA PAD guideline 2024).
📅 Your Day-by-Day Plan in India
| Day | What happens |
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| Day 1 | Arrival in India ✈️, airport pick-up, hotel check-in |
| Day 2 | Vascular consultation, Doppler, ABI and blood tests |
| Day 3 | Admission, peripheral angiogram and monitoring (1 day in hospital) |
| Day 4 | Discharge; review of results and treatment plan (angioplasty or surgery if needed) |
| Day 5 | Puncture site check – Fly home ✈️ (or stay on for treatment) |
🌱 Recovery After Treatment
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First 6 hours
Lie flat with the leg straight; drink fluids to flush out the dye.
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Day 1
Walk normally; keep the puncture site clean and dry.
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Day 2
Shower allowed; small bruise at the groin is normal.
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Day 2–3
Fit to fly if no swelling or bleeding at the puncture site.
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Day 3–5
Avoid heavy lifting, straining and vigorous exercise.
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Week 1
Back to all normal activities and work.
🏆 Success Rate
| Outcome | Result |
|---|---|
| Clear diagnosis of artery blockages | Over 99% |
| Serious complication rate | Under 1% |
| Minor bruising at puncture site | About 5–10% |
| Same-day / next-day discharge | Most patients |
The quality of the angiogram depends on good kidney preparation, the right access site and the experience of the interventional team; the test result then guides whether walking therapy, angioplasty or bypass is best.
🩹 Risks & Possible Complications
Like any medical procedure, this treatment carries some risks. Your specialist will explain them in detail before treatment:
- •Bruising or small swelling at the puncture site – about 5–10%
- •Mild allergic reaction to dye (itching, rash) – about 1–3%
- •Contrast-related kidney injury – about 1–5%, higher with weak kidneys or diabetes
- •Large haematoma or false aneurysm at the groin – under 1%
- •Artery damage or clot – under 1%
- •Serious allergic reaction – very rare
💰 Cost of Peripheral Angiogram in India
The cost of a peripheral angiogram in India starts from about USD 520 with 1 day in a room. This includes the procedure, room, primary team consultation, basic investigations, routine medicines and consumables, and food. Angioplasty, stents, CT angiography or extra days are charged separately.
| Option / Hospital tier | Approx. cost (USD) | Hospital stay | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Peripheral angiogram – this package (single room) | 520 | 1 day | Diagnostic angiogram of legs / arms |
| CT peripheral angiography | 200 – 350 | Outpatient | Non-invasive scan |
| Angiogram + balloon angioplasty | 2,500 – 4,000 | 1–2 days | Plain or drug-coated balloon |
| Angiogram + peripheral stent | 3,500 – 6,000 | 1–2 days | Depends on number of stents |
⚠️ Final cost depends on the arteries studied, need for kidney protection, closure devices and whether treatment is done in the same sitting. Quotes are confirmed after the specialist examines the patient in India.
📋 What the Package Includes
✅ Included
- ✔Peripheral angiogram procedure
- ✔1 day room stay
- ✔Primary team consultation
- ✔Basic investigations
- ✔Routine medicines & consumables
- ✔Patient food
❌ Not Included
- ✖Extra hospital days
- ✖Angioplasty, balloons or stents
- ✖Closure devices / special equipment
- ✖Other specialty consultations
- ✖Blood components
- ✖CT / MR angiography
- ✖Flights, visa & hotel
✈️ Your Medical Travel Process with Satyug Healthcare
| Step | Details |
|---|---|
| 1. Send reports | Arterial Doppler report, ankle-brachial index, kidney function (creatinine), HbA1c, photos of any foot wounds, and a list of medicines including blood thinners. |
| 2. Free opinion & quotes | Within 48-72 hours you receive opinions and cost estimates from 3-5 leading hospitals to compare. |
| 3. Choose hospital & doctor | We help you compare doctors, success rates, room options and total budget. |
| 4. Medical visa | The hospital issues a Visa Invitation Letter (VIL) to the Indian Embassy. The patient and up to 2 attendants apply for an e-Medical / Medical Attendant visa. |
| 5. Travel planning | Flight guidance, wheelchair assistance, airport pick-up, hotel or guest house near the hospital. |
| 6. Treatment in India | Your coordinator and interpreter stay with you for admission, treatment, discharge and billing. |
| 7. Return & follow-up | Fit-to-fly letter, medicines, and online follow-up with your doctor after you return home. |
🎒 Travel Checklist
- 📌Valid passport (6+ months) for the patient and attendants, plus 10 passport-size photos each
- 📌Medical visa / e-visa and the hospital’s Visa Invitation Letter
- 📌All Doppler, ABI, CT angiography and kidney reports, scans on CD / link and prescriptions
- 📌Yellow fever vaccination certificate (mandatory for travellers from African countries)
- 📌Polio vaccination certificate where applicable
- 📌Declare cash above USD 5,000 at the airport; hospitals accept wire transfer and cards
- 📌Foreigners staying longer than permitted must register with the FRRO — our team assists
⭐ Why Choose Satyug Healthcare?
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Top Accredited Hospitals
Leading vascular and cardiac centres such as Medanta – The Medicity, Max Saket, Fortis Escorts Heart Institute, Artemis, BLK-Max, Indraprastha Apollo, Manipal and Narayana Health.
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Senior Specialists
Angiograms are done by experienced interventional cardiologists, interventional radiologists and vascular surgeons who can treat a blockage in the same sitting.
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Transparent Pricing
Multiple written quotes to compare — no hidden charges, no extra fee for our service.
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End-to-End Support
Visa, airport pick-up, accommodation, interpreter and 24/7 coordinator.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
➤ What is the cost of a peripheral angiogram in India?
It starts from about USD 520 with 1 day in a room, covering the procedure, basic tests, medicines and food. Angioplasty or stenting, if needed, costs extra.
➤ How long do I need to stay in India?
Usually 4–5 days. If angioplasty or bypass is needed, plan for 1–3 weeks.
➤ Is the angiogram painful?
No. The groin or wrist is numbed. You may feel a warm flush when the dye is injected, which passes in seconds.
➤ Will I be asleep?
No general anaesthesia is needed. You stay awake, and mild sedation can be given if you are anxious.
➤ How long does it take?
The test itself takes 30–60 minutes, followed by 4–6 hours of rest.
➤ Can the blockage be treated at the same time?
Yes. If you agree beforehand, the doctor can do balloon angioplasty or stenting in the same sitting, saving time and a second puncture.
➤ Is the dye safe for my kidneys?
For most people, yes. If your kidneys are weak, the team gives fluids, limits dye or uses CO2 gas to protect them.
➤ What are the risks?
Mostly minor bruising. Serious problems such as bleeding, artery injury or major allergy happen in under 1%.
➤ When can I walk and fly?
You walk the same evening or next day and can usually fly after 2–3 days if the puncture site is healthy.
➤ Do I need to stop blood thinners?
Aspirin is usually continued. Warfarin or newer blood thinners may be stopped for a short time – your doctor will advise.
➤ Is it suitable for diabetics and the elderly?
Yes. Most PAD patients are older and diabetic. Kidney function and sugar are checked first to keep the test safe.
➤ How many attendants can come?
One or two attendants. Satyug Healthcare provides visa invitation letters for medical and attendant visas.
➤ What follow-up is needed?
Depends on the result. If treated, you need medicines, walking exercise and a Doppler check at 3–6 months, which can be done at home with online review.
➤ Is an interpreter available?
Yes. Free interpreters for Arabic, French and Portuguese (plus English) plus a dedicated coordinator.
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Medical disclaimer: This page is for general information and does not replace a consultation with a qualified specialist. Treatment plans and costs are confirmed only after the patient is examined. Sources: NCBI StatPearls: Peripheral Angiography and Peripheral Arterial Disease; 2024 ACC/AHA Guideline for Lower Extremity Peripheral Artery Disease; ESC 2024 Guidelines on Peripheral Arterial and Aortic Diseases; Cleveland Clinic – Peripheral Angiogram; NHS – Peripheral arterial disease. Infographics: Satyug Healthcare.
Frequently Asked Questions
A peripheral angiogram usually takes 1 to 3 hours from the time you arrive until the catheter is removed.
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