Arterial Switch Operation (ASO)

Advanced Arterial Switch Operation (ASO) Package for Transposition of the Great Arteries (D-TGA)

The Arterial Switch Operation (ASO), also known as the Jatene procedure, is the gold-standard corrective surgery for newborns diagnosed with dextro-Transposition of the Great Arteries (D-TGA). In this critical congenital heart defect, the aorta and pulmonary artery are reversed, causing oxygen-poor blood to circulate throughout the body. Performed within the first 2–4 weeks of life, ASO restores normal anatomy and circulation, giving infants the chance for a completely normal, healthy future.

What’s Included in Our Comprehensive Neonatal ASO Package
– Complete pre-operative stabilization (including prostaglandin infusion and balloon atrial septostomy if required)
– High-resolution 3D echocardiography, cardiac CT/MRI for precise surgical planning
– Surgery performed by internationally trained pediatric cardiac surgeons with hundreds of successful ASO cases
– Coronary artery reimplantation using advanced button technique for perfect myocardial perfusion
– Ultra-short cardiopulmonary bypass and aortic cross-clamp times with latest myocardial protection strategies
– State-of-the-art Level III neonatal cardiac ICU with 1:1 nursing and ECMO/Nitric oxide facilities
– Delayed sternal closure protocol when needed for smoother recovery
– Early extubation and fast-track recovery pathway
– Dedicated pediatric cardiology follow-up program for life

Key Procedure & Recovery Details
– Ideal timing: Within first 2–4 weeks of life
– Surgery duration: 4–6 hours
– ICU stay: 4–7 days | Total hospital stay: 14–21 days
– All-inclusive package cost: ≈ USD 15,000 (covers surgery, implants, ICU, medications, consultations, and initial follow-ups)