Orchidectomy Cost in India

The cost of orchidectomy in India typically ranges from $500 to $6,000 USD, depending on the hospital, city, and type of procedure.

Orchidectomy is an operation to remove one or both testicles. The cost usually depends on:

• Reason for surgery: suspected testicular cancer, prostate cancer treatment or other conditions.
• Approach: through the groin (radical orchidectomy) or through the scrotum.
• Prosthesis: a testicular implant can be placed at the same time if wanted.
• Tests: ultrasound and blood tumour markers before surgery.

The most common reason for removing one testicle is suspected testicular cancer.

Removing both testicles (bilateral orchidectomy) may be used to lower testosterone in advanced prostate cancer, as an alternative to hormone injections.

According to University Hospitals Sussex, radical orchidectomy is done under general anaesthetic through a small cut in the groin, and takes about 30 minutes. The whole testicle is removed.

A testicular implant can be placed through the same cut if you choose. It is usually a day-case operation, although an overnight stay is sometimes needed.

University Hospitals Sussex advises showering after 48 hours and avoiding heavy lifting and contact sport for about two weeks. Stitches usually dissolve within two to three weeks.

Possible effects include bruising and swelling, groin discomfort and wound infection. If an implant is placed, it can occasionally become painful or infected. Men who may want children in future can ask about sperm storage before surgery.