How much does surgery for a perforated appendix cost?

The cost of appendectomy surgery varies depending on the region, hospital grade and surgical method, and is generally between 10,000 and 30,000 yuan. The cost mainly includes surgery fee, anesthesia fee, hospitalization fee and postoperative care fee. The specific cost needs to be consulted with the hospital according to the actual situation.

1. Surgical costs

Appendectomy perforation surgery usually adopts laparoscopic surgery or laparotomy. Laparoscopic surgery is less invasive and has a quick recovery, but the cost is relatively high, about 15,000 to 30,000 yuan; laparotomy costs less, about 10,000 to 20,000 yuan. The cost of surgery is also affected by the grade of the hospital, and the cost of tertiary hospitals is usually higher than that of secondary hospitals.

2. Anesthesia costs

The surgery requires general anesthesia or local anesthesia. The anesthesia fee is calculated based on the anesthesia method and duration, generally between 2,000 yuan and 5,000 yuan. General anesthesia costs more, while local anesthesia costs less.

3. Hospitalization expenses

Hospitalization is required for observation after surgery, and the hospitalization time is usually 3 to 7 days. The cost includes bed fee, nursing fee and drug fee, etc. The single-day hospitalization fee in a tertiary hospital is about 500 to 1,000 yuan, and in a secondary hospital is about 300 to 600 yuan.

4. Postoperative care costs

Postoperative care includes wound care, antibiotic use and nutritional support, etc. The cost varies depending on individual recovery conditions, generally between 1,000 yuan and 3,000 yuan. After surgery, you need to eat a light diet and avoid strenuous exercise to promote wound healing.

The cost of appendectomy surgery is affected by many factors. It is recommended to choose a regular hospital for surgery and consult the cost details in advance. Pay attention to postoperative care and follow-up to ensure smooth recovery.