Medical Treatments in China
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30 treatments in Heart & Blood Vessels
Coronary Stent (PCI)
冠状动脉支架植入
Percutaneous Coronary Intervention (PCI) with stent placement is one of the most commonly performed cardiac procedures in China. Chinese hospitals use both international (Medtronic, Abbott, Boston Scientific) and high-quality domestic drug-eluting stents. Following China's 2020 national volume-based procurement, stent prices dropped dramatically, making the total procedure cost 70-80% lower than in the US while maintaining international quality standards.
Heart Valve Replacement
心脏瓣膜置换术
Heart valve replacement surgery in China is performed at leading cardiac surgery centers by surgeons who handle thousands of cases annually. Chinese cardiac departments offer both mechanical and biological valve replacements, as well as minimally invasive and transcatheter approaches (TAVR). With China's rapid advancement in cardiovascular surgery and significantly lower costs, international patients can access world-class cardiac care at a fraction of Western prices.
Coronary Artery Bypass (CABG)
冠状动脉搭桥术
Coronary artery bypass grafting (CABG) in China is performed at nationally ranked cardiac surgery centers with exceptional outcomes. Chinese cardiac surgeons routinely perform both on-pump and off-pump (beating heart) bypass procedures, as well as minimally invasive approaches. With advanced perioperative care and dedicated cardiac ICUs, China's top hospitals achieve mortality rates comparable to the best international centers.
Varicose Vein Treatment
静脉曲张治疗
Varicose vein treatment in China includes endovenous laser ablation (EVLA), radiofrequency ablation (RFA), foam sclerotherapy, and surgical stripping for severe cases. Chinese vascular surgeons and interventional radiologists use duplex ultrasound-guided techniques for precise treatment with minimal downtime. These minimally invasive options are performed as outpatient procedures with same-day discharge.
Lung Nodule Treatment
肺结节评估与治疗
Lung nodule evaluation and treatment in China leverages the country's vast experience with thoracic disease. Low-dose CT screening is widely available and affordable, and AI-assisted nodule analysis provides accurate characterization. For nodules requiring intervention, Chinese thoracic surgeons perform video-assisted thoracoscopic surgery (VATS) with expertise in sublobar resection techniques that preserve maximum lung function.
Cardiac Ablation (Atrial Fibrillation)
心脏消融术
China performs over 200,000 cardiac ablation procedures annually, making it one of the highest-volume countries for electrophysiology. Leading centers include Fuwai Hospital, Beijing Anzhen Hospital, and Wuhan Asia Heart Hospital, offering both radiofrequency and cryoablation techniques. Domestically-produced catheters and mapping systems significantly reduce procedural costs while maintaining 80-90% success rates for atrial fibrillation ablation.
TAVR (Transcatheter Valve)
经导管主动脉瓣置换
Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement for aortic stenosis. Minimally invasive alternative to open-heart surgery. China has domestically-developed valves (Venus A-Valve, VitaFlow) reducing cost. Leading centers: Fuwai Hospital, Zhongshan Hospital, West China Hospital. 10,000+ procedures performed in China. Especially beneficial for elderly high-surgical-risk patients.
Aortic Aneurysm Repair
主动脉瘤修复
Aortic aneurysm repair prevents life-threatening rupture by reinforcing or replacing the weakened aortic wall through open surgical graft replacement or minimally invasive endovascular stent-graft (EVAR/TEVAR). China's major cardiac surgery centers perform both approaches with advanced hybrid operating rooms and experienced vascular teams. The procedure is performed at a fraction of Western costs with comparable outcomes at high-volume institutions.
Pacemaker Implantation
心脏起搏器植入
Pacemaker implantation treats slow heart rhythms (bradycardia) by placing a small electronic device under the skin that sends electrical impulses to maintain adequate heart rate. Chinese cardiac centers offer single-chamber, dual-chamber, and leadless pacemaker options from major international manufacturers. The procedure is routine at most tertiary hospitals with high success rates and short hospital stays.
Atrial Septal Defect Closure
房间隔缺损封堵
Atrial septal defect (ASD) closure repairs a hole between the heart's upper chambers, either through minimally invasive catheter-based device closure or open-heart surgery. China pioneered several catheter closure devices and has extensive experience with percutaneous ASD closure, performing thousands of procedures annually. Transcatheter closure avoids open-heart surgery with same-day or next-day discharge for most patients.
Peripheral Angioplasty
外周血管成形术
Peripheral angioplasty opens narrowed or blocked arteries in the legs, arms, or other non-coronary vessels using balloon dilation and stent placement to restore blood flow. Chinese vascular centers offer drug-coated balloons and stents that reduce restenosis rates significantly. This minimally invasive alternative to bypass surgery provides rapid symptom relief for claudication and critical limb ischemia.
Carotid Endarterectomy
颈动脉内膜切除术
Carotid endarterectomy surgically removes atherosclerotic plaque from the carotid artery to prevent stroke in patients with significant carotid stenosis. Chinese vascular and neurosurgical teams perform this procedure with shunting and patching techniques to maintain cerebral blood flow during the operation. The surgery is highly effective at reducing stroke risk in symptomatic patients with 70%+ stenosis.
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