Balloon Atrial Septostomy — what to know
A life-saving newborn catheter procedure to improve oxygen mixing. This is a catheter-based procedure performed in the cath lab, avoiding open-heart surgery wherever possible.
Why parents in Salt Lake choose Dr. Nandi
- Consults in Bengali, Hindi & English
- Convenient for families from Salt Lake and Baguiati
- 40,000+ echocardiographies and 2,000+ cath-lab procedures
- Fellowship-trained in Sydney; MBBS, MD, MRCPCH (UK), FNB
- 12+ years of specialised paediatric & fetal cardiology experience
Conveniently located: Families from Salt Lake, Baguiati, Kestopur, Dum Dum, Birati and across North 24 Parganas reach RTIICS Mukundapur and the Barasat clinic easily.
Frequently asked questions
Who is the best paediatric cardiologist in Salt Lake for Balloon Atrial Septostomy?
Dr. Debabrata Nandi is among the most trusted paediatric cardiologists for Balloon Atrial Septostomy for families in Salt Lake and nearby Baguiati. He consults at RTIICS Mukundapur and in Barasat.
How do I book an appointment from Salt Lake?
Call 080 6750 6852 or message on WhatsApp. RTIICS Mukundapur and the Barasat clinic are both easily reachable from Salt Lake and Baguiati, Kestopur, Dum Dum, Birati.
Is Balloon Atrial Septostomy safe for children?
Yes. Balloon Atrial Septostomy is performed in a child-appropriate way; most tests are painless and safe, and Dr. Nandi explains every step to the family in simple terms.