Hydrocephalus Treatment Cost In Chennai

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A condition of the brain where the cerebrospinal fluid is being accumulated abnormally in the brain and ventricles is called hydrocephalus.

This extra fluid tends to put pressure on the brain and nervous system, causing a lot of trouble and symptoms like

  • Headache
  • Large head size
  • Seizures
  • Loss of speech and control

Large head size is seen in infants as their skull bone is not fused.

To treat hydrocephalus, immediate drainage of CSF fluid is arranged by surgically inserting a tube or shunt to drain out the excessive fluid.

This tube is monitored till the symptoms subside and the patient is kept on regular follow-up.

Medicines are given which are diuretic in nature and help in flushing out the excessive fluid.

Hydrocephalus Treatment cost in Chennai is between Rs.155400 to Rs.207200. Patient has to stay in the hospital for 7 days and outside the hospital for 5 days. The total cost of the treatment depends on the diagnosis and facilities opted by the patient.

Inclusions in the package

The cost of Hydrocephalus Treatment includes:

  • Preoperative diagnostic tests cost (X-ray or MRI may be done) 

  • Surgery cost 

  • Type of surgery (surgical shunt implantation or endoscopic third ventriculostomy)

  • Post-Operative cost (depends on the number of follow-up sessions)

  • Medicine cost (antibiotics, painkillers, etc.)

  • Patient's hospital stay (may need to stay for 2-4 days)

Factors affecting cost of Hydrocephalus Treatment

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 disease

  • Post-surgical complication, if it happens (such as Walking problems, mild dementia, and bladder control issues usually show some improvement within days after surgery)

  • Cost of Blood products (if required)

  • Age of the patient

  • An extended stay at the Hospital

  • Cost of Accommodation during follow-ups, in case the patient is not a local resident

Cost related to Hydrocephalus Treatment in Chennai

Listing approximate price of Hydrocephalus Treatment and some related procedures. The prices may change depending upon the centers and condition of the patient.

Treatment name Cost range
VP Shunting Rs.244200 to Rs.325600

Frequently asked questions related to expenses that most patients have when planing for Hydrocephalus Treatment.

What is the cost of tests for hydrocephalus treatment?

MRI scans and CT scans are required to confirm a diagnosis of hydrocephalus present from birth, and that develops later in children and adults. 

Are the pharmacy and medicines cost included in the package?

All the medicines are included in the package during the time frame when the patient is in the hospital. The medicines that are consumed outside the hospital when the patient is discharged are not covered in the package.

How long the patient has to stay in the hospital after the treatment?

Two surgical treatments are used to treat hydrocephalus: surgical shunt implantation and endoscopic third ventriculostomy. After the shunt implant, you will be observed for 24 hours and need to stay in the hospital for 2-4 days. You also need to stay in the hospital for 2-3 days after the endoscopic third ventriculostomy. The first follow-up after these surgeries is scheduled after 3 months, and a CT scan or MRI should be done at that time. If you have hydrocephalus, you need a shunt system for regular monitoring for the rest of your life.

Hydrocephalus Treatment - Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Hydrocephalus cost in different cities in India?

The price varies across the cities. Tier 1 Cities are usualy more expencive thane tier 2 cities. The price for Hydrocephalus in different cities in India is approximately in the range of:

  • New Delhi: Rs.131313 to Rs.205387
  • Gurgaon: Rs.134680 to Rs.202020
  • Noida: Rs.126263 to Rs.210438
  • Chennai: Rs.134680 to Rs.193603
  • Mumbai: Rs.138047 to Rs.205387
  • Bangalore: Rs.131313 to Rs.198653
  • Kolkata: Rs.126263 to Rs.190236
  • Jaipur: Rs.117845 to Rs.188552
  • Mohali: Rs.121212 to Rs.286195
  • Ahmedabad: Rs.112795 to Rs.186869
  • Hyderabad: Rs.129630 to Rs.196970

How much does Hydrocephalus cost in different countries?

For patients planning to travel abroad it is useful to know the price in destinations popular with medical travellers. The price for Hydrocephalus in different countries is approximately:

  • Turkey USD 4800 to USD 7200
  • Thailand USD 4400 to USD 6600
  • Germany USD 15200 to USD 22800
  • Israel USD 22400 to USD 33600
  • Singapore USD 32000 to USD 48000
  • Malaysia USD 5600 to USD 8400

Leading Hospitals for Hydrocephalus Treatment in Chennai

Doctors for Hydrocephalus Treatment in Chennai

The doctor for treating such conditions are Neurosurgeons, Head and Neck surgeons, and Pediatric Surgeons.

Listing popular specialists:

Dr. Srinivasan Paramasivam

Dr. Srinivasan Paramasivam

Senior Consultant, 17 years of experience

Apollo Hospitals, Greams Road, ChennaiLocation

Neurosurgeon, Neurointerventional Surgery

Dr. Balamurugan M

Dr. Balamurugan M

Consultant, 20 years of experience

Apollo Hospitals, Greams Road, ChennaiLocation

Brain Dural Arteriovenous Fistula Embolization, CSF Rhinorrhoea Repair Surgery, Carotid Body Tumour Embolization, Brain Aneurysm Treatment, Foot Drop

Dr. Soundappan V

Dr. Soundappan V

Senior Consultant, 28 years of experience

Fortis Malar Hospital ,Chennai Location

Micro Neuro surgeries, Minimally Invasive Brain and Spine surgeries, Trauma

Dr. Chendilnathan B

Dr. Chendilnathan B

Senior Consultant, 25 years of experience

Apollo Spectra Hospital, ChennaiLocation

Brain Aneurysm Treatment Paralysis Peripheral Nerve Pediatric Neurosurgery Brain Dural Arteriovenous Fistula Embolization

Dr. Murugan L

Dr. Murugan L

Senior Consultant, 21 years of experience

Apollo Cancer Hospital, ChennaiLocation

Endoscopic neurosurgery, Stereotactic and functional neurosurgery, All types of brain and spine tumors, Traumatic head and spine injuries

Dr. Reginald J

Dr. Reginald J

Senior Consultant, 40 years of experience

Location

Head & Neck Tumour Embolization Chickenpox Treatment Spinal and Cerebral Tumor Embolization Carotid Cavernous Fistula Treatment Nebulisations

Dr. Sadan Palande

Dr. Sadan Palande

Consultant, 23 years of experience

Apollo Spectra Hospital, ChennaiLocation

Vascular Skull base Pediatric neurosurgery Minimally invasive neurosurgery Trauma surgery Epilepsy surgery Functional neurosurgery

Dr. Siddhartha Ghosh

Dr. Siddhartha Ghosh

Senior Consultant, 26 years of experience

Apollo Proton Cancer Centre, ChennaiLocation

Skull base surgery Paediatric Neurosurgery Neuro Oncology Stereotactic Neurosurgery Spine surgery Vascular surgery

Dr. Vincent Thamburaj

Dr. Vincent Thamburaj

Consultant, 45 years of experience

Apollo Cancer Hospital, ChennaiLocation

ICP monitoring Anterior approaches to the spines Spinal instrumentations Transoral and Transnaso-sphenoidal procedures Nebulisations Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD) Treatment Neurological dysfunction Neurophysiology and Vascular Surgery

Dr. Ranganathan Jothi

Dr. Ranganathan Jothi

Senior Consultant, 32 years of experience

Vijaya Hospital, ChennaiLocation

Herniated disc Neck hernia Spinal Canal Stenosis Neurosis Spondylolisthesis (Waist Shift) Brain Tumors Brain Diseases Nerve entrapment Hand numbness

Dr. Vijay Sankaran

Dr. Vijay Sankaran

Senior Consultant, 19 years of experience

SIMS Hospital, Vadapalani, ChennaiLocation

Spinal stabilization procedures including artificial disc replacements Neuronavigation systems Stereotactic Neurosurgery Endoscopic Spine Surgery

Dr. U Meenakshisundaram

Dr. U Meenakshisundaram

Senior Consultant, 26 years of experience

SIMS Hospital, Vadapalani, ChennaiLocation

Brain Mapping Muscle and Nerve Disorders

Dr. K R Suresh Bapu

Dr. K R Suresh Bapu

Director, 46 years of experience

SIMS Hospital, Vadapalani, ChennaiLocation

Surgery for Aneurysms & AVMs, Endoscopic excision of the Colloid cyst, Endoscopic surgery for Pituitary tumors and skull base tumors

Dr S Balamurugan

Dr S Balamurugan

Consultant, 15 years of experience

Kauvery Hospital, AlwarpetLocation

Spine Surgery Brain Tumour Surgery Neuro Edoscopic surgery Cerebro Vascular Surgery Comprehensive care for Brain and Spine Trauma Cerebrovascular Surgery Peripheral Neuro surgery Brain Aneurysm Treatment AVM Surgery SkullBase Surgery Pediatric Neurosurgery

Dr. Anil Pande

Dr. Anil Pande

Consultant, 27 years of experience

Apollo Specialty Hospital, OMRLocation

Gamma-Knife Radiosurgery Aortic Anuerysm Surgery / Endovascular Repair Brain Tumor Surgery Deep Brain Stimulation Vagus Nerve Stimulation (Epilepsy) Epilepsy surgery Peripheral Neuro surgery Cerebrovascular Surgery Brain Suite

Dr Shankar Ganesh C V

Dr Shankar Ganesh C V

Consultant, 20 years of experience

Apollo Cancer Hospital, ChennaiLocation

CSF Rhinorrhoea Repair Surgery Pediatric Neurosurgery Brain infection Decompression Micovascular Foot Drop Carotid Body Tumour Embolization Head & Neck Tumour Embolization Petrosal Sinus Sampling Spinal and Cerebral Tumor Embolization Brain Arteriovenous Fistula Embolization Brain Dural Arteriovenous Fistula Embolization Brain Aneurysm Coiling Carotid Cavernous Fistula Treatment

Dr. Joy Varghese

Dr. Joy Varghese

Consultant, 26 years of experience

Apollo Hospitals, Greams Road, ChennaiLocation

Deep brain stimulation, Craniotomy, Brain Tumour Treatment

Dr. Roopesh Kumar

Dr. Roopesh Kumar

Consultant, 13 years of experience

Location

Neurosurgery

Dr K.V. Karthikeyan

Dr K.V. Karthikeyan

, 16 years of experience

Prashanth Multi Speciality Hospital, ChennaiLocation

Endoscopic Neurosurgery Micro-Neurosurgery Vascular Neurosurgery

Dr. Sudhakar Kasinathan

Dr. Sudhakar Kasinathan

Senior Consultant, 18 years of experience

Kauvery Hospital Formely Fortis Hospital, VadapalaniLocation

Neuro-oncology Neuro-endoscopy (Brain & Spine) Cerebrovascular Surgery Functional Neurosurgery.

Success Rate

The success rate is highly variable, and it depends upon a lot of factors, like

  • The age of the patient
  • The reason for the condition
  • How long the state has been sustained.

In general, the survival percentage is 24-75%.

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