Brain Aneurysm

[Phatcharanan]

Hi,

I know the question is a bit vague but would anyone have an idea of what sort of cost to surgically fix a brain aneurysm?

It was diagnosed in Nigeria but the symptoms were quite mild. They are getting more severe now and I am trying to get an idea of possible costs at a good private hospital in Bangkok or Pattaya.

Any indications would be very helpful. Thank you

[Mrjlh]

My GF's niece (Thai) just had a brain tumor removed in Korat and that cost her family 400,000B and it's not over yet. You are talking about your life here. How much is that worth? So best guess, 500,000 to 800,000K which is a lot cheaper than many other places.

[Phatcharanan]

Thanks for the fast reply. Appreciated.

[rixalex]

Sorry to hear. Wish you all the best.

[Phatcharanan]

Sorry to hear. Wish you all the best.

Thank you.

[transam]

If you are a Brit, get your ass home for the specialist care you need as you do not know which way your problem will go. Good luck chum.

[Sheryl]

Don't delay another minute, the consequences if (more likely - if not treated - when ) it bursts can literally be worse than death.Or just death.

It will be seriously expensive at a private hospital, no question. If uninsured and limited in funds, go back home or go to a government hospital, but either way act fast.

(If government hospital, only a tertiary level one in e.g. Chula, Siriraj, CMU, KKU. Preferrably one of the first two.)

If you have the financial means, then you might do well to consult one of the following neurosurgeons at Bangkok Hosp (Bkk) as they can do radiosurgery (Gamma Knife -- avoids the need for open surgery) BH is AFAIK the only place with that technology in Thailand. It is not suitable for all aneurysms but certainly worth looking into to see if it would be an option in your case.

http://www.bangkokhospital.com/index.php?p=doctor_profile&DrID=7

http://www.bangkokhospital.com/index.php?p=doctor_profile&DrID=330

http://www.bangkokhospital.com/index.php?p=doctor_profile&DrID=332

http://www.bangkokhospital.com/index.php?p=doctor_profile&DrID=169

[danbradster]

Don't delay another minute, the consequences if (more likely - if not treated - when ) it bursts can literally be worse than death.Or just death.

It will be seriously expensive at a private hospital, no question. If uninsured and limited in funds, go back home or go to a government hospital, but either way act fast.

(If government hospital, only a tertiary level one in e.g. Chula, Siriraj, CMU, KKU. Preferrably one of the first two.)

If you have the financial means, then you might do well to consult one of the following neurosurgeons at Bangkok Hosp (Bkk) as they can do radiosurgery (Gamma Knife -- avoids the need for open surgery) BH is AFAIK the only place with that technology in Thailand. It is not suitable for all aneurysms but certainly worth looking into to see if it would be an option in your case.

http://www.bangkokho..._profile&DrID=7

http://www.bangkokho...rofile&DrID=330

http://www.bangkokho...rofile&DrID=332

http://www.bangkokho...rofile&DrID=169

Some of the moderators here are seeming very useful/knowledgeable, keep it up.

[Phatcharanan]

Hey..........Thanks very much for all of that help and information. It is really appreciated. I have the funds but it is just a question of how much to send over from the UK.

Seriously, thank you all so much for the help, the links and advice.

[jimmym40]

I second the motion to get it taken care of ASAP (as soon as possible). If you wait any longer, it may be TOO LATE. Wish you the best.

[Phatcharanan]

Cheers guys.

Am booked in for a consultation at Bumrungrad on tomorrow.

Edited May 27, 2011 by Phatcharanan

[Sheryl]

Personally, I would not wait until Monday.

i would not even wait until tomorrow.

I'd be in a hospital waiting room right now.

But then, I've cared for patients with ruptured aneurysms.... :whistling:

[Phatcharanan]

Personally, I would not wait until Monday.

i would not even wait until tomorrow.

I'd be in a hospital waiting room right now.

But then, I've cared for patients with ruptured aneurysms.... :whistling:

Hi Sheryl,

I am going in tomorrow, Saturday. Its not possible for the consultant to see me today.