Cranioplasty is a medical procedure for fixing and repairing cranial defects caused by any injury or previous surgery.
It is done for cosmetic and functional purposes and in case of skull defects, accident cases, or post-operative reconstruction.
In cranioplasty, a material is used to fill the gap to compensate for the loss and restore function, like a piece of bone or any synthetic material.
It can restore the standard shape of the skull by inducing fat grafting or any method. It is often used to fill up the gap after craniotomy.
Cranioplasty cost in Singapore is between USD 11700 to USD 14300. Patient has to stay in the hospital for 4 days and outside the hospital for 10 days. The total cost of the treatment depends on the diagnosis and facilities opted by the patient.The cost of Cranioplasty includes:
Preoperative diagnostic tests cost [some tests that may be required includes CT scan, MRI, and evaluation of bone involvement]
Surgery cost
Post-Operative cost (depends on the number of follow-up sessions)
Medicine cost (Antiepileptics, Diuretics, Pain Killers, Antibiotics, etc.)
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 severity of the defect
Post-surgical complication, if it happens (such as Infection, convulsions, and epidural hematoma)
Cost of Blood products (if required)
An extended stay at the Hospital due to any health reason apart from the package stay period
Cost of Accommodation during follow-ups, in case the patient is not a local resident
Listing approximate price of Cranioplasty and some related procedures. The prices may change depending upon the centers and condition of the patient.
Treatment name | Cost range |
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Cranioplasty | USD 11700 to USD 14300 |
Certain tests are done before a cranioplasty, such as a CT scan, MRI, and evaluation of bone involvement. All these test costs are covered in the package.
Yes, the pharmacy and medicine cost is included in the package when the patient is hospitalized. If the patient purchases any medicines from outside the hospital, they have to pay for them separately.
Three types of implants are available: titanium, solid biomaterial, and synthetic bone substitute. The cost of implants varies significantly, and the price will increase if the shape is complex.
For patients planning to travel abroad it is useful to know the price in destinations popular with medical travellers. The price for Cranioplasty in different countries is approximately:
Popular Cities in Singapore for Cranioplasty are:
The doctors who can perform cranioplasty are Neurosurgeons and Cosmetic Surgeons.
Listing popular specialists:
Consultant, 10 years of experience
Pediatric Neurosurgery Neuro-Oncology
Consultant, 10 years of experience
Stroke Spine tumors Spine instrumentation Spine neurophysiology Skull base pathology
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Acute brain injury Chronic brain injury Traumatic brain injury (TBI) Hydrocephalus Normal pressure hydrocephalus (NPH)
Assoc Prof. Low Chyi Yeu David
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Neuro-Oncology Pediatric Neurosurgery Hydrocephalus Epilepsy Surgery
Assoc Prof. Ang Beng Ti Christopher
HOD, 18 years of experience
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Dr. Chumpon Chantharakulpongsa
Senior Consultant, 35 years of experience
Neuro-Oncology Skull Base Surgery Neurotrauma
Senior Consultant, 12 years of experience
General Neurosurgery Skull Base Surgery.
Senior Consultant, 20 years of experience
Pediatric Neurosurgery
Senior Consultant, 12 years of experience
Aneurysm / AVM / Cerebrovascular Diseases Carotid Stenosis Moya Moya Intracerebral Hemorrhage Head Injury
Consultant, 10 years of experience
Neurotrauma Neuro-oncology Neurosurgery
Consultant, 16 years of experience
Spine surgery and General Neurosurgery.
Consultant, 41 years of experience
diagnosing and treating brain tumors, stroke, pediatric tumors, and spine problems, including lower back and neck pain
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Management of various neurological disorders in children and adults.
Senior Consultant, 20 years of experience
Aneurysm and Stroke Surgery ECIC Bypass Pediatric Neurosurgery Transphenoidal Surgery Tumor Surgery
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Spine Injections and radiofrequency for back pain Cervical fusion and disc replacement Minimally invasive spine surgery Lumbar fusion for back pain Hydrocephalus surgery for children and adults Spina bifida and Lipoma surgery Stroke treatment Brain tumor management
Consultant, 25 years of experience
Spine surgery Disc replacements Excision of brain tumors Neuro-oncology
Consultant, 33 years of experience
Surgery of the brain and spine Artificial cervical discs implants in spinal surgery Degenerative spinal disorders of the cervical spine Degenerative spinal disorders of the lumbar spine Pituitary tumours Minimally invasive endoscopic transphenoidal surgery
The success and survival rate post cranioplasty depends upon the patient's condition and overall health.
In cases of bone grafting, the survival rate is much higher than in other materials.
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