Best Paediatric Cardiologists for Tetralogy Of Fallot in India
This page lists 14 tetralogy of fallot doctors in India. Review each doctor's experience, specialty and hospital, then contact our care team for help with the next step.
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This page lists 14 tetralogy of fallot doctors in India. Review each doctor's experience, specialty and hospital, then contact our care team for help with the next step.
About Tetralogy of Fallot doctors in 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 Tetralogy of Fallot?
Tetralogy of Fallot (TOF) is a congenital heart condition present from birth, defined by four structural abnormalities that together reduce the amount of oxygen-rich blood reaching the body. Without timely intervention, these defects can lead to serious complications including dangerously low blood oxygen levels, developmental delays, heart failure, and in severe cases, life-threatening hypercyanotic episodes (commonly called 'tet spells'). Associated risks vary depending on the degree of right ventricular outflow tract obstruction, the size of the ventricular septal defect, and the presence of additional cardiac or chromosomal abnormalities such as DiGeorge syndrome (22q11.2 deletion). A thorough assessment by a specialist — incorporating clinical history, physical examination, and targeted cardiac investigations — is essential to understand each child's individual anatomy and guide appropriate care.
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Treatment options for Tetralogy of Fallot
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.
Tetralogy of Fallot (TOF) repair is open-heart surgery performed to correct a combination of four congenital heart defects — a large ventricular septal defect, pulmonary stenosis, an overriding aorta, and right ventricular hypertrophy — that cause low oxygen levels (cyanosis) in infants and children.
Why it may be consideredThe surgery closes the septal defect with a patch and relieves the obstruction to blood flow into the lungs, restoring near-normal circulation and oxygenation. It is typically performed in infancy, either as a single complete repair or, in complex cases, after an initial palliative procedure.
Tetralogy of Fallot (TOF) total correction is open-heart surgery performed under cardiopulmonary bypass to repair the four structural heart defects at once — closing the ventricular septal defect, relieving right ventricular outflow tract/pulmonary stenosis, and reconstructing the pulmonary artery pathway.
Why it may be consideredIt restores normal oxygenated blood flow and is typically recommended for infants and children diagnosed with TOF to prevent long-term heart failure, cyanosis and growth delay. The procedure is usually performed once between 3 months and 2 years of age, depending on the child's anatomy and symptoms.
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 tetralogy of fallot 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 (Tetralogy of Fallot) recorded in their profiles. Inclusion is not an endorsement and does not guarantee a treatment outcome.
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Common questions
FAQs about Tetralogy of Fallot in India
What is Tetralogy of Fallot?
Tetralogy of Fallot is a congenital heart defect comprising four co-occurring structural problems: a ventricular septal defect (a hole between the heart's lower chambers), pulmonary stenosis (narrowing of the outflow from the right ventricle), an overriding aorta (the aorta positioned over both ventricles rather than just the left), and right ventricular hypertrophy (thickening of the right ventricular wall). Together, these abnormalities cause oxygen-poor blood to mix with oxygenated blood and be pumped to the body.
What are the symptoms and health risks of Tetralogy of Fallot?
Common signs include a bluish discolouration of the skin, lips, or fingernails (cyanosis), especially during crying or feeding, poor weight gain, breathlessness, fatigue with activity, and characteristic heart murmurs detected on examination; some infants experience sudden episodes of intense cyanosis and distress known as hypercyanotic or 'tet' spells. Older unrepaired patients may adopt a squatting posture instinctively to relieve symptoms, and clubbing of the fingers can develop over time. The presence of any of these signs warrants urgent specialist evaluation — they cannot on their own confirm a diagnosis or indicate what treatment is required.
How is Tetralogy of Fallot diagnosed?
Diagnosis is typically established through a combination of clinical assessment and cardiac investigations, beginning with echocardiography (ultrasound of the heart), which maps the four structural defects and quantifies the degree of right ventricular outflow tract obstruction. In complex or borderline cases, cardiac MRI, CT angiography, or cardiac catheterisation may be used to provide precise anatomical detail — particularly the size and branching pattern of the pulmonary arteries — which directly influences surgical planning. Genetic testing is also commonly recommended, as chromosomal anomalies are identified in a meaningful proportion of TOF cases and carry implications for overall prognosis and associated conditions.
How is Tetralogy of Fallot treated?
Management of Tetralogy of Fallot is almost always surgical, as the underlying structural defects cannot resolve on their own and carry progressive risk if left uncorrected; the primary procedural options in our directory are complete intracardiac repair (total correction) and, where applicable, an initial palliative shunt procedure to improve pulmonary blood flow as a bridge to full repair. The timing and choice of procedure depend on the child's age, weight, symptom severity, pulmonary artery anatomy, and the degree of outflow tract obstruction, all of which are determined by the specialist team following detailed investigation. Long-term follow-up after repair is lifelong, as patients may require further interventions over time — such as pulmonary valve replacement — making ongoing cardiac monitoring an integral part of care.
Can Tetralogy of Fallot be treated without surgery?
There is no proven non-surgical pathway that corrects the structural defects of Tetralogy of Fallot; medical management alone is not a definitive treatment. However, before surgery, medications such as beta-blockers may be used to reduce the frequency and severity of hypercyanotic spells, and supplemental oxygen or positioning (knee-to-chest) may be employed as immediate measures during acute episodes. These are bridging strategies to manage risk prior to repair, not substitutes for it, and the appropriate timing of any medical or surgical intervention is determined by a qualified paediatric cardiologist and cardiac surgeon on an individual basis.
When is Tetralogy of Fallot (TOF) Repair considered for Tetralogy of Fallot?
Tetralogy of Fallot (TOF) Repair 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 Tetralogy of Fallot?
Tetralogy of Fallot is evaluated and managed by a paediatric cardiologist, who directs diagnosis and non-surgical care, in close collaboration with a congenital cardiac surgeon (paediatric cardiac surgeon) who performs the corrective procedure. In many centres, a dedicated congenital heart disease multidisciplinary team — which may also include a paediatric cardiac anaesthetist, cardiac intensivist, and genetic counsellor — is involved in planning and delivering care.
How do I choose a doctor for Tetralogy of Fallot?
When comparing providers, look for a centre with documented experience in congenital heart surgery and specifically in TOF total correction, verified volume data where available, dedicated paediatric cardiac intensive care, and a clear plan for long-term follow-up including pulmonary valve surveillance — as post-repair care extends well into adulthood and requires continuity with an experienced team.
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.
