Best Paediatric Cardiologists for Transposition Of The Great Arteries in Delhi NCR, India
This page lists 11 transposition of the great arteries doctors in Delhi NCR, India. Review each doctor's experience, specialty and hospital, then contact our care team for help with the next step.
Quick answer
This page lists 11 transposition of the great arteries doctors in Delhi NCR, India. Review each doctor's experience, specialty and hospital, then contact our care team for help with the next step.
About Transposition of the Great Arteries doctors in Delhi NCR, India
This directory is based on doctors currently listed in GAF Healthcare's registry. Clinical suitability varies by patient; a doctor should review your history and investigations before any treatment decision.
About the Condition
What is Transposition of the Great Arteries?
Transposition of the great arteries (TGA) is a serious congenital heart defect present from birth in which the two main arteries leaving the heart — the aorta and the pulmonary artery — are connected to the wrong ventricles, causing oxygen-poor and oxygen-rich blood to circulate in two separate loops rather than working together. This means the body receives blood with too little oxygen, which is life-threatening without prompt intervention. Associated risks include severe cyanosis (bluish skin discoloration), heart failure, and — in some anatomical variants — complications related to the coronary artery arrangement, the presence of a ventricular septal defect, or left ventricular outflow tract obstruction. A thorough assessment of anatomy, cardiac function, and overall clinical status is essential before any treatment pathway is determined.
Individual assessmentEvery case is different
Complete evaluationUnderstand the condition first
Specialist reviewChoose the right approach
Medical assessment helps clarify severity and identify appropriate options.
Treatment options for Transposition of the Great Arteries
Care may include lifestyle changes, medical treatment, specialist review or a procedure, depending on the diagnosis, associated conditions and individual goals. The options below are associated with this condition in the GAF Healthcare directory.
The Arterial Switch Operation (ASO), also known as the Jatene procedure, is the definitive open-heart surgery for newborns with Transposition of the Great Arteries (TGA), a critical congenital heart defect where the aorta and pulmonary artery are reversed.
Why it may be consideredDuring surgery, the two great vessels are transected and reconnected to their correct ventricles, and the coronary arteries are carefully re-implanted onto the neo-aorta, restoring normal circulation. It is typically performed within the first 2-3 weeks of life for the best outcomes.
MBBS, MS (General Surgery), MCh (Cardio-Thoracic and Vascular Surgery), Fellowship in Paediatric Cardiovascular Surgery, Fellowship in Paediatric Cardiovascular Surgery
Program Clinical Director – Paediatric (Ped) Cardiac Surgery · Specialty: Pediatric Cardiac Surgeon
Marengo Asia Hospitals Faridabad, India30+ Years experience
Why consider this doctor?
30+ years of experience in Pediatric Cardiac Surgeon
Program Clinical Director – Paediatric (Ped) Cardiac Surgery, Marengo Asia Hospitals, Faridabad (Present)
Senior Consultant — Pediatric Cardiac Surgery, Indraprastha Apollo Hospital, New Delhi
Expertise & Procedures
Arterial switch operation (d-TGA)
Double-switch operation (CCTGA)
Fontan and cavopulmonary connection
Biventricular repair for complex congenital defects
NABH — National Accreditation Board for Hospitals & Healthcare Providers accreditationNABL — National Accreditation Board for Testing and Calibration Laboratories accreditation
Paediatric CardiologyCardiac SurgeryMedical OncologySpine Surgery
NABH — National Accreditation Board for Hospitals & Healthcare Providers accreditationNABL — National Accreditation Board for Testing and Calibration Laboratories accreditation
Paediatric CardiologyCardiac SurgeryMedical OncologySpine Surgery
Many international patients consider India for transposition of the great arteries treatment for several reasons, including:
More affordable estimates
Competitive indicative costs compared with many other countries, for similar clinical standards.
Internationally accredited hospitals
Hospitals experienced in treating international patients.
Experienced specialists
Doctors who regularly manage similar cases.
Care coordination support
A team to help with planning, medical translation and follow-up.
How this directory is built
Doctors are matched using the specialty, location, condition (Transposition of the Great Arteries) recorded in their profiles. Inclusion is not an endorsement and does not guarantee a treatment outcome.
Need help with the next step?
Share your needs with our care coordination team for information about doctors and hospitals.
Common questions
FAQs about Transposition of the Great Arteries in Delhi NCR, India
What is Transposition of the Great Arteries?
Transposition of the great arteries is a congenital (present at birth) heart condition in which the aorta and pulmonary artery are switched from their normal positions, connecting to the wrong pumping chambers of the heart and causing a critical disruption to the body's blood-oxygen circulation.
What are the symptoms and health risks of Transposition of the Great Arteries?
Newborns with TGA typically present with cyanosis — a persistent bluish tint to the lips, skin, and fingernails — often within hours of birth, along with rapid breathing, poor feeding, and signs of low oxygen levels that may worsen rapidly without treatment. In cases where a natural communication between the heart chambers (such as a patent foramen ovale or ventricular septal defect) exists, symptoms may initially appear less severe, though the underlying circulation remains critically abnormal. Experiencing these signs in a newborn does not by itself establish a diagnosis, and a full clinical and imaging evaluation is required.
How is Transposition of the Great Arteries diagnosed?
TGA is most reliably diagnosed using echocardiography (cardiac ultrasound), which can define the precise anatomical arrangement of the great arteries, the ventricular connections, coronary artery anatomy, and the presence of associated defects such as a ventricular septal defect or left ventricular outflow tract obstruction — all of which directly influence treatment planning. Prenatal diagnosis via fetal echocardiography is increasingly possible from around 18–22 weeks of pregnancy, allowing delivery to be planned at a specialist centre. Additional investigations such as cardiac catheterisation, CT angiography, or MRI may be used in selected cases to map coronary anatomy or assess haemodynamics in detail.
How is Transposition of the Great Arteries treated?
Because the circulatory arrangement in TGA is incompatible with sustained life without intervention, treatment in virtually all cases involves surgical correction — most commonly the arterial switch operation (ASO), which is performed in the first days to weeks of life and reconnects the great arteries to their correct ventricles along with reimplanting the coronary arteries. In the period immediately before surgery, a catheter-based procedure called balloon atrial septostomy may be performed to create or enlarge an opening between the heart's upper chambers, temporarily improving oxygenation and stabilising the infant. Long-term, all patients require ongoing cardiac follow-up to monitor ventricular function, valve performance, coronary artery patency, and potential late complications.
Can Transposition of the Great Arteries be treated without surgery?
There is no definitive non-surgical pathway for TGA — the condition requires procedural intervention to establish a functional circulation. However, medical stabilisation using prostaglandin E1 infusion is used as a bridging measure to keep the ductus arteriosus open and maintain adequate blood mixing until surgery can be performed, and balloon atrial septostomy may provide short-term haemodynamic support. The specific timing, sequencing, and choice of procedures are determined by a qualified specialist based on the individual infant's anatomy, weight, and clinical condition.
When is Arterial Switch Operation considered for Transposition of the Great Arteries?
Arterial Switch Operation may be considered when conservative or medical options have not achieved enough improvement, or when the severity of the condition warrants it. The decision depends on clinical assessment, expected benefits and individual risks.
Which doctor treats Transposition of the Great Arteries?
TGA is evaluated and managed by a paediatric cardiologist, who coordinates diagnosis, pre-operative medical stabilisation, and long-term post-operative surveillance; surgical correction is performed by a specialist paediatric cardiac surgeon, typically within a dedicated congenital heart disease centre. Adults who had TGA corrected in childhood are usually transitioned to the care of a grown-up congenital heart disease (GUCH) cardiologist for lifelong monitoring.
How do I choose a doctor for Transposition of the Great Arteries?
When selecting a centre for TGA care, it is worth asking about the team's annual volume of arterial switch operations, their specific experience with complex anatomical variants (including unusual coronary artery patterns), the availability of a full multidisciplinary congenital heart team including neonatology and cardiac anaesthesia, and the structure of long-term follow-up care both at the centre and in coordination with local services.
What documents do international patients need to share for a medical evaluation?
Share a medical summary, investigation and imaging or biopsy reports where relevant, a current medication list, previous diagnoses and related treatment records. Provide clear copies with translation where needed.
How does GAF Healthcare help international patients plan treatment in India?
Our care coordination team helps review initial medical information, connect you with suitable doctors and hospitals, explain next steps and indicative estimates, and organise a treatment plan before travel.
