Sebaceous Cyst Removal Cost - Lowest Surgery Price Estimate

Initially, when the sebaceous cyst is small, the doctor may recommend the following methods of treatment. 

• Cryotherapy: In this method, liquid nitrogen is used to freeze the cyst. After that, the cyst dries up and falls off on its own after some time. The cost of cryotherapy is around Rs. 2,000 to Rs. 8,000. 
• Electrocautery: In this removal method, an electric current is used to burn the cyst’s contents and its sac carefully. This technique may cost around Rs. 3,000 to Rs. 10,000. 

If surgery is required for sebaceous cyst removal, the surgeon may use any of the below-listed methods: 

• Minimal Excision: It is a minimally invasive technique in which a tiny incision is made around the cyst to drain it completely and remove the cyst wall. If this technique is used, the sebaceous cyst removal cost will be around Rs. 10,000 to Rs. 35,000. 
• Punch Hole Excision: This technique involves using a punch device to extract the cyst using a punch biopsy tool. The contents of the cyst are drained first, and then the cyst wall is removed carefully. The cost for punch hole excision is around Rs. 20,000 to Rs. 40,000. 
• Conventional Wide Excision: It is the traditional technique in which the surgeon uses a surgical knife to make a comparatively larger incision to drain the cyst contents and remove the cyst wall. This technique of sebaceous cyst excision costs around Rs. 15,000 to Rs. 35,000. 
• Laser-aided Excision: It is an advanced technique that uses laser energy to make the incision and drain the cyst. The cyst wall is removed after a few weeks. For this method, the sebaceous cyst removal price ranges from Rs. 25,000 to Rs. 45,000. 

The most suitable method of sebaceous cyst removal is chosen by the doctor after careful evaluation of the patient’s condition, overall health, and preference.

• Surgeon’s fee: A highly experienced surgeon ensures the surgery is safe and precise. Based on the years of experience of a surgeon, they may charge higher consultation and surgery fees. This is among the significant cost-deciding factors for sebaceous cyst removal treatment.
• Diagnostic tests: It is necessary to conduct diagnostic tests like ultrasound, CT scan, punch biopsy, and before surgery to fully understand the patient’s condition and check for underlying complications. A punch biopsy is advised to check if the cyst is cancerous and thus requires another mode of treatment. The average cost of these tests can lie between INR 600 to INR 5000, which adds to the overall treatment cost.
• Size and number of cysts: Sebaceous glands are present beneath the skin. Sometimes in severe cases, when numerous glands get clogged or damaged, it may cause the formation of multiple sebaceous cysts. With the number of cysts, the complexity and duration of the treatment also increase, thereby affecting the treatment cost. Treatment cost also depends upon the size of the sebaceous cyst. Moreover, if there is an infection or inflammation in the cysts, the cyst may grow unusually large rapidly. If left untreated, the cyst may even burst, spreading the disease.
• The body area affected: A sebaceous cyst can form around the face, neck, and even in a sensitive area such as the groin. It is relatively difficult to remove the sebaceous cyst from the groin region and thus may impact the surgery cost.
• Technique opted to remove the cyst: Nowadays, different methods of sebaceous cyst removal are available. Traditional surgery costs less than advanced techniques but is invasive and has higher chances of post-surgery risks. Thus, choosing an advanced laser with punch-biopsy excision or radiofrequency ablation is safer.
• Hospital expenses: Hospital charges majorly depend upon the type of ownership (private or government) and the facilities and infrastructures offered. Hospital expenses also depend upon its location. Generally, the admission charges, room rent, discharge formalities, etc., for sebaceous cyst surgery may range between INR 8,000 to INR 20,000.
• Aftercare and follow-ups: Post-surgery care is crucial to ensure a complete recovery from sebaceous cyst removal surgery. Post-surgery medication helps in managing and speedy healing of the wound. And regular follow-up consultations help in keeping track of recovery and preventing complications. These things add up to the overall treatment cost for the patient.