Aorta Graft Surgery - Critical Illness

Aorta is the main artery in the human body that originates from the left ventricle of the heart and extends down to the abdomen further splitting into two smaller arteries. It distributes oxygen rich blood to all parts of the body. However, due to abnormal bulge, often referred to as anuerysm, chances of rupture of the aorta is very high. This is due to weakening of the wall of the aorta. Risk factors for aortic anuerysm include age, gender, smoking, high blood pressure, connective tissue disorders, family history of aortic anuerysms and others. Rupture of the aneurysm could be catastrophic. Rupture causes profuse internal bleeding leading to shock. To regulate the flow of blood, surgeons may opt for an aorta graft surgery. While performing this surgery, some portion of the diseased aorta is being replaced with a graft stronger than the weakened aorta to regulate the flow of oxygen rich blood to all parts of the body without causing a bulge.

It takes a long recovery time of 2-3 months, which may hamper the lifestyle and patient may find it difficult to get back to the usual routine. Aorta graft surgery is a critical operation that requires extensive medical care leading to high cost of treatment. Struggling with a heart disease is not easy. And, you will want your family to stand together for you at such a time instead of being caught up in managing funds. Hence, it is advisable to opt for Critical Illness Health plan that covers medical expenses for Aorta Graft Surgery.

Why is it important to opt for HDFC ERGO Critical illness Insurance Policy, even if you hold an indemnity health insurance plan?

Critical illness policy is a benefit-plan unlike the conventional indemnity health insurance plans. A lump sum amount (Sum Insured) is paid just upon diagnosis of any of the listed Critical Illness covered in the Policy. In case, your treating doctor recommends a certain line of treatment, critical illness plan by HDFC ERGO will give you a lump sum benefit in one transaction that may be used to pay for the treatment, care, and recovery. The money may also be useful for paying off debts, substituting lost income, or even in adapting to lifestyle changes in some cases. Treating a critical illness may drain away your savings, restrict you from working and earning and affect your routine lifestyle, hence a lump sum benefit in one single transaction up to your opted cover is best for during tough times. Your existing health cover or employee health insurance may cover your medical expenses up to a certain extent, however critical illness cover will offer you a lump sum benefit in one single transaction on first diagnosis or advice issued by a medical practitioner.

Why Choose HDFC ERGO’s Critical Illness Plan for Aorta Graft Surgery?

You may concentrate on your health, while HDFC ERGO Critical Illness cover takes care of the funds. Apart from this, the insurer will also offer monetary support to your family, in case you are busy getting a treatment and there is a loss of income. The lump sum amount is paid in one single transaction on the first diagnosis after a survival period of 30 days. This lump sum amount can be utilized for care and treatment, recuperation aids, paying off debts or fund any lost income due to a decreasing ability to earn. Additionally, by opting for critical illness health covers you can also enjoy tax benefits under section 80D.