Mastoidectomy Surgery Cost in India- Lowest Cost Estimate

A mastoidectomy is generally considered necessary in the following cases:

• Severe ear infections that have spread to the skull (mastoiditis)
• Cholesteatoma, a noncancerous growth behind the eardrum formed due to chronic infections
• For the placement of cochlear implants

Based on the severity of the condition, a mastoidectomy can be performed in several ways like simple mastoidectomy, radical mastoidectomy, etc. Your surgeon will accurately diagnose your condition and its extent to determine what kind of surgery is necessary for you.

If left untreated, mastoiditis can lead to permanent hearing loss, facial paralysis, bone infection, blood clotting in the sinus, meningitis, brain abscesses, etc.

If your condition is mild and you are taking proper treatment, then you can prevent the infection from getting worse and prevent surgery. However, if the infection has spread to the mastoid bone or if a cholesteatoma has been formed, mastoidectomy is generally unavoidable.

Factors affecting mastoidectomy surgery cost in India

Mastoidectomy cost in India depends on a variety of factors such as:

• Choice of treatment city

The overall cost of mastoidectomy surgery in India depends on which city you are getting your treatment in. Although there isn’t a considerable variation in the cost, there can be a little difference, for example, treatment costs are generally higher in metro cities like Kolkata, Mumbai, etc., over non-metro cities.

• Choice of treatment hospital

The cost of treatment in Tier 1 hospitals is generally higher than in Tier 2 and Tier 3 hospitals. During your hospitalization, you will incur a variety of charges such as admission fees, room rent, operation theater, rent, discharge fees, etc. Since the procedure may require 1-day hospitalization, hospital selection must be done very carefully. Hospital selection depends on a variety of factors such as surgical advancement of the hospital, expertise of the surgical team, amenities provided, etc.

• Post-surgical care and complications

We provide safe, minimally invasive mastoidectomy surgery to all our patients, but in rare cases, the patient can be affected by postoperative complications such as inner ear hearing loss, facial nerve injury, loss of taste sensation, tinnitus, etc. Normally, these complications can be easily managed and treated if diagnosed in time. Therefore, if you are suffering from any of these problems after your surgery, you should contact your ENT surgeon immediately.

• Surgeon fees

The surgeon’s consultation and operation fees often depend on their expertise and experience. Normally, an experienced surgeon has a higher chance of delivering successful outcomes after the surgery.

• Type of surgery

Based on the severity of your condition, you may need a simple mastoidectomy or a radical mastoidectomy. The surgery time, cost, recovery period, etc., all depend on the type of surgery performed and how invasive the surgery is.

• Cost of diagnostic tests

A proper diagnosis is necessary to determine the severity of the infection and the type of procedure required. The costs of diagnostic tests usually required for mastoidectomy are:

• Blood test: Rs. 300 – Rs. 500
• Audiometry: Rs. 500 – Rs. 1000
• Tympanometry: Rs. 500 – Rs. 1000
• Imaging tests like CT scan, X-ray, MRI: Rs. 1500 – Rs. 5000
• Lumbar puncture (in severe cases): Rs. 500 – Rs. 3000

Insurance coverage

Mastoidectomy is usually only performed in severe cases of ear infection where there is a high chance of the patient getting brain damage and irreversible facial nerve damage. It also helps preserve and restore hearing function. Therefore, it is generally covered under health insurance by most major insurance providers.

Pristyn Care is one of the foremost and most advanced elective surgery providers in India. At Pristyn Care, you can avail elective surgery without any wait time. Moreover, we manage your entire treatment experience to ensure your treatment journey is seamless without any complications. In addition to advanced and expert treatment from the best ENT specialists, some of the facilities you can avail if you get treatment at Pristyn care are:

• A dedicated care coordinator will set up your appointments and handle all documentation necessary for your treatment, including insurance documentation, hospital admission, discharge summary, etc.
• You will get real-time updates regarding your treatment on your phone through the Whatsapp application.
• You can postpone or delay your surgery or appointment if you are unable to attend them on time.
• You will be chauffeured to the hospital on the day of the surgery and, similarly, will get a free cab ride home after your discharge.
• Both you and your attendant will get complimentary meals during your hospital stay.
• We will perform all the documentation necessary for your insurance claims process and directly communicate with your insurance provider to spare you the stress regarding it.