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Atherectomy in Meliva Kardiolita Hospital
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About the clinic
Atherectomy is a procedure to clear blocked arteries at Meliva Kardiolita Hospital in Vilnius, Lithuania. This treatment uses specialized tools to remove plaque buildup from vessel walls. The hospital is the only facility in the Baltic States with JCI accreditation. This certificate marks high safety standards and medical quality.
Expert Cardiac Care
Interventional cardiologist Dr. Vytautas Abraitis performs this procedure at the hospital Cardiology Center. Dr. Abraitis has over 20 years of experience in cardiac care. He has performed 1,000+ percutaneous coronary interventions and over 2,500 coronary angiographies. He received his training at Vilnius University and the Santariškių clinics. His background helps him manage complex blockages in the heart vessels.
Clinic Infrastructure and Success Rates
Meliva Kardiolita Hospital features 44 beds and four modern operating rooms. The intensive care unit can support 10 patients at once. The cardiac team maintains a 99% success rate for coronary artery bypass surgery. Overall post-surgery complication rates stay below 2%. These figures show the hospital's focus on patient safety and successful recovery.
Integrated Services
Patients receive all necessary care in one location. The hospital has its own laboratory for quick diagnostic tests. After the procedure, patients can use the on-site rehabilitation center to regain their strength. The Cardiology Center also provides coronary angiography and stenting. This helps doctors choose the best method for each heart condition.
You can leave a request on Bookimed to learn more about heart treatments in Lithuania and request a consultation.
Highlights
1998
Year of foundation
510 doctors
Highest-Rated Clinic for Atherectomy
298000 patients per year
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Surgery
| diagnostics | Price | |
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| Consultation with a surgeon | $115 - $150 |
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Meliva Kardiolita Hospital : more details about the clinic
Lithuania, Vilnius
Meliva Kardiolita Hospital is a private multi-specialty medical center in Vilnius, Lithuania. Founded in 1998 by world-class surgeons Vytautas Sirvydis and Giedrius Uzdavinys, it is the only hospital in the Baltic States accredited by the Joint Commission International (JCI), confirming its high standards in management, equipment, and medical care.
Key facts:
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29 medical specialties.
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44 beds and 4 operating rooms.
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Intensive care unit for 10 patients.
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Own laboratory and rehabilitation center.
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Over 500 surgical procedures per year.
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Best survival rates in Lithuania.
Main specialties:
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Bariatric surgery (gastric bypass, gastric sleeve).
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Plastic and reconstructive surgery.
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Orthopedic surgery and joint replacement.
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Cardiology and cardiac surgery.
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Vascular, general, abdominal, urology, and gynecology.
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Eye surgery, diagnostics, and full health check-ups.
Services for international patients:
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Personal English-speaking coordinator.
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In-house certified laboratory with full diagnostic capabilities.
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24/7 nursing care (at least one nurse per patient).
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Individual diet plans (five meals per day).
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On-site rehabilitation center.
Clinical performance:
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99% success rate in coronary artery bypass, despite 80% of cardiology patients being NYHA class III–IV.
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Less than 2% overall complication rate post-surgery.
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Endoprostheses function for 17–18 years on average; 3% post-op complications.
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Over 300 surgeries annually in the general surgery department, with more than 15% being bariatric.
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95% success in conservative treatment of urological infections; 8% complication rate post-surgery.
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1% non-infectious complication rate in plastic surgery.
Additional services
Transfer
Airport to clinic
free
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free
Language assistance
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free
Accommodation
Hotel (apartments) near the clinic, billed daily
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Laisvės pr. 64A, Vilnius 05263, Lithuania
updated 11/8/2026
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