Complete OT (Operation Theatre) Setup: Equipment List & Cost in India

## Planning a Modular Operation Theatre in India

Setting up a compliant and fully functional Operation Theatre (OT) requires careful planning across multiple disciplines — civil & MEP works, medical equipment selection, HVAC & laminar airflow systems, lighting, and regulatory compliance.

Essential OT Equipment Categories

1. Surgical Workflow Equipment - **OT Table (Surgical Table)**: Motorised, multi-position surgical tables with carbon fibre top for C-arm compatibility - **OT Light (Shadowless Light)**: LED surgical lights with colour rendering index (CRI) > 95 and zero shadow technology - **OT Pendant Systems**: Ceiling-mounted booms for anaesthesia, surgical, and endoscopy pendants

2. Anaesthesia Equipment - Anaesthesia workstation with integrated ventilator - Patient monitoring system (Multi-parameter monitor) - Infusion pumps and syringe drivers - Emergency resuscitation equipment

3. Infrastructure & Support Systems - **Laminar Airflow System (HEPA filtered)**: ISO 5 to ISO 7 classification depending on OT type - **Medical Gas Pipeline (MGPS)**: O₂, N₂O, Medical Air, Vacuum - **OT Control Panel**: For lighting and gas control at scrub station - **Modular Panels**: Hygienic, easy-clean wall and ceiling panels

4. Electrosurgical & Imaging Equipment - Electrosurgical Unit (ESU) / Diathermy machine - C-arm / Mobile X-ray unit (for orthopaedic and vascular OTs) - Arthroscopy / Laparoscopy tower (for minimally invasive surgery) - Endoscopy column with camera systems

OT Equipment Cost Estimates (India 2025-26)

| Item | Budget Segment | Mid-Range | Premium | |------|---------------|-----------|---------| | OT Table | ₹2.5–5L | ₹5–12L | ₹15–30L | | OT Light (pair) | ₹1.5–3L | ₹3–8L | ₹10–20L | | Pendant System | ₹3–5L | ₹8–15L | ₹20–40L | | Anaesthesia WS | ₹3–8L | ₹10–20L | ₹25–60L | | MGPS (per OT) | ₹5–10L | ₹10–20L | ₹20–35L | | Laminar Airflow | ₹8–15L | ₹15–30L | ₹35–70L |

*All amounts in Indian Rupees. Prices are indicative and vary by brand, specifications, and project scope.*

Regulatory Compliance for OTs in India

All hospital OTs must comply with:

• **NABH Standards** (National Accreditation Board for Hospitals)
• **AERB Guidelines** if radiation equipment is used
• **IS 5905 (Medical Gas Piping)** for MGPS installation
• **MoHFW Guidelines** for level of care classification
• State Clinical Establishment Act registration requirements

EKOSYS MedTech — Turnkey OT Solutions

EKOSYS MedTech provides complete turnkey Operation Theatre solutions:

1. **Planning & Design**: OT layout design, workflow optimization, and technical specifications 2. **Equipment Procurement**: Sourcing from globally certified manufacturers 3. **MGPS Installation**: Medical gas pipeline by certified engineers 4. **Commissioning**: Full validation and documentation for NABH compliance 5. **Training & AMC**: Staff training and annual maintenance contracts

We have delivered fully operational OTs for hospitals in Bihar, Jharkhand, and Eastern India with NABH compliance support.