Some men may experience a painful condition called testicular torsion. The doctor may need to perform surgery to immediately relieve pain. See the current price of the surgery in hospitals.
Price
Testicular torsion price of surgery may start from Php 60,000 to Php 93,000 and above. The breakdown of cost will depend on patient preferences for the surgery.
Hospitals for Surgery
A number of hospitals may perform testicular torsion surgery.
Capitol Medical Center
Fe Del Mundo Medical Center
Providence Hospital\
UST Hospital
PGH
Urology Center of the Philippines
Health Card
Surgery is covered by an HMO depending on the member’s plan. If the procedure requires confinement, the health card may cover room and board. Moreover, doctor fees are covered if the professional is accredited.
Philhealth Benefits
Surgical procedures, even for major and minor needs, are covered by Philhealth by a certain amount.
What is Testicular Torsion
It is a medical emergency wherein the spermatic cord is twisted due to testicular movement. Patients experience severe pain in the testis which may radiate up to the upper abdomen.
Most of the time, the condition requires an emergency room visit. The blood flow to the scrotum and testis may be blocked which could lead to complications.
Duration of Surgery
The surgery may last from 60 minutes to 2 hours. The patient may be discharged the same day but others are advised to be admitted for monitoring.
References: MayoClinic
Last Updated on April 20, 2024 by Medical Pinas
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