What does treatment cost in China vs Western countries?

Heart failure treatment in China is significantly more affordable than in the US or Europe. For example, a heart transplant in China typically costs $50,000–$80,000, compared to $1–2 million in the US. LVAD implantation ranges from $30,000–$50,000 in China versus $100,000–$200,000 abroad. These costs often include surgery, hospital stay, and initial follow-up, though medications and long-term care are separate.