How long is the typical treatment + recovery timeline?

The total stay in China is usually 3–6 weeks. Pre-operative evaluation takes 3–5 days, surgery is performed within a week of admission, and hospital recovery lasts 1–3 weeks depending on defect complexity. After discharge, patients typically remain in China for 1–2 weeks of outpatient follow-up. Full recovery at home may take 2–3 months, with regular cardiology check-ups recommended.