Introduction

Arterial Switch Operation and Truncus Arteriosus Repair are complex congenital heart surgeries performed to correct life-threatening heart defects in newborns and infants. These procedures restore normal heart function and circulation, allowing a child to live a healthy life.

The Arterial Switch Operation (ASO) is performed for Transposition of the Great Arteries (TGA), where the positions of the pulmonary artery and aorta are reversed.

Truncus Arteriosus Repair corrects a rare condition where a single large vessel comes out of the heart instead of two separate arteries.

India is one of the top global destinations for pediatric cardiac surgeries, offering world-class care, advanced cardiac units, and highly skilled pediatric cardiothoracic surgeons—all at affordable costs. Innayat Medical helps families from across the globe access safe, timely, and cost-effective heart surgeries for their children.

Conditions Treated:

• Transposition of the Great Arteries (TGA) – Requires Arterial Switch Operation within the first few weeks of life.
• Truncus Arteriosus – A rare defect needing surgical separation of the pulmonary artery from the aorta and reconstruction.

Key Facts:

• Early diagnosis and surgery are critical for the survival and long-term development of the child.
• Surgery is typically done within the first 2–4 weeks of life for TGA, and before 2 months of age for Truncus Arteriosus.
• Indian hospitals use the latest surgical techniques and post-operative ICU care designed specifically for neonates and infants.

Post-Surgery Recovery:

• Children generally stay in the ICU for 3–5 days, followed by a few days in a recovery ward.
• Long-term follow-up is essential to monitor heart function and growth.