Retinoblastoma Cost in India

The cost of Retinoblastoma surgery includes:

• Preoperative diagnostic tests cost, some of which may include Eye examination, MRI, etc.

• Surgery cost (Depends upon the type and size of the tumour and the extent to which the tumour has spread)

• Type of surgery (Unilateral retinoblastoma, Enucleation, etc.)

• Post-Operative cost (there might be a need for chemotherapy or Radiotherapy before or post-surgery)

• Medicines 

• Patient's hospital stay 

The overall cost of the procedure also varies based on the patient's condition and preferences. Some of these factors are:

• Type of hospital and room opted (General, Twin sharing, or single room)

• The stage and type of cancer

• Patients may require repeated investigation through PET CT and related tests  Post-surgery / Chemotherapy / Radiation Therapy.

• Any additional tests may be required to know the status of the disease during the course of treatment.  

• An extended stay at the Hospital

• Cost of accommodation during follow-ups, in case the patient is not a local resident [may take longer duration in case of chemotherapy or radiotherapy sessions]