How much does patent ductus arteriosus surgery cost?

The cost of patent ductus arteriosus surgery is usually between 20,000 and 70,000 yuan, and the specific price difference is related to the surgical method, hospital level, regional economic level and postoperative care. Common treatment methods include percutaneous interventional closure, surgical ligation and drug treatment.

1) Major determinants of surgical costs

Patent ductus arteriosus is a type of congenital heart disease, and the cost of surgery varies mainly depending on the treatment method.

-Percutaneous interventional occlusion: This is a more commonly used method, with a cost of about 30,000 to 60,000 yuan. It uses a catheter to deliver an occluder to close the patent arterial duct, with less trauma and faster recovery, but it requires expensive occlusion equipment and high-end equipment.

-Surgical ligation: For infants and young children with complex conditions or who are not suitable for occlusion surgery, surgical ligation is often used to cut off the unclosed passage. The cost is usually between 20,000 and 50,000 yuan. Compared with interventional surgery, the hospital stay may be slightly longer.

-Drug treatment: For mild cases in some newborns, you can try using drugs such as indomethacin or ibuprofen, which are relatively cheap, costing only a few hundred to a few thousand yuan. However, this is not applicable to all cases, and the efficacy needs to be observed.

2) Impact of region and hospital level on prices

The cost of surgery fluctuates due to regional economic differences. In first-tier cities, large hospitals with internationally advanced equipment may cost slightly more, while county-level hospitals are relatively cheaper. At the same time, the coverage of medical insurance policies will also affect the final amount of personal expenditure. For example, the proportion of self-payment after medical insurance reimbursement may only account for 30%-50% of the total cost. However, it is recommended to choose a regular hospital with a professional cardiac surgery team for treatment.

3) Postoperative care and additional costs

After surgery, a certain amount of hospitalization and rehabilitation time and postoperative follow-up are usually required, with costs ranging from several thousand yuan to tens of thousands of yuan, including nursing, medication, and routine examinations. If the patient is an infant, the nutrition and recovery plan must be adjusted according to the specific situation after the operation.

The cost of patent ductus arteriosus surgery varies greatly depending on the surgical method and hospital conditions, so it is particularly important to plan costs and choose a hospital in advance. It is recommended that patients communicate with professional doctors to develop the best treatment plan based on a comprehensive consideration of their financial ability and medical needs, and pay attention to medical insurance policies to reduce the financial burden.