PEDIATRIC BRAIN SURGERY Cost in India

The cost of paediatric brain surgery in India typically ranges from $6,000 to $14,000 USD, depending on the hospital, city, and type of procedure.

Paediatric brain surgery treats brain conditions in babies and children, including tumours, hydrocephalus, epilepsy and skull problems. The cost depends on:

• Condition and operation
• Paediatric intensive care
• Further treatment: chemotherapy or radiotherapy.
• Length of stay

Complex paediatric neurosurgery with intensive care may cost more than this range. Ask for a written estimate.

The Brain Tumour Charity describes:

• Craniotomy: removing all or part of a tumour, often 4 to 6 hours.
• Burr-hole biopsy: taking a small sample.
• Shunt: draining fluid to relieve hydrocephalus.
• Ommaya reservoir: for delivering chemotherapy.

Children usually go to intensive care or a high dependency unit first, then a children's ward. Steroids and anti-seizure medicines may be needed. After posterior fossa surgery there is a small risk of posterior fossa syndrome, a temporary loss of speech.

Look for a dedicated paediatric neurosurgery team, paediatric intensive care, and therapists for children. The Brain Tumour Charity advises avoiding flying for about three months after brain surgery, so plan follow-up carefully.