Prostate Surgery Cost in Mumbai: TURP vs PAE Compared

Introduction: Why Cost Matters in Prostate Treatment

If you or a loved one has been diagnosed with enlarged prostate (BPH), you’ve probably been advised surgery after medicines failed. The next question most families ask is:

💭 “Doctor, how much will this cost? And which option is worth it?”

In Mumbai, two major surgical options are common:

1. TURP (Transurethral Resection of Prostate) – the traditional “gold standard.”
2. PAE (Prostate Artery Embolization) – the modern, minimally invasive alternative.

This article compares their costs, what’s included, and the hidden risks that can make a cheaper option more expensive in the long run.

TURP Cost in Mumbai

TURP remains the most widely performed surgery for BPH in India.

• At top multispecialty hospitals: ₹1.5 – 1.8 lakh
• At mid-tier hospitals: ₹1 – 1.3 lakh
• At small nursing homes: ₹60,000 – ₹1 lakh

📌 What’s included:

• Operation theatre charges
• Surgeon + anesthesia fees
• 2–3 days hospital stay
• Catheterisation
• Medicines during stay

⚠️ Hidden costs:

• Extra days if complications occur (bleeding, infection).
• Managing long-term side effects (incontinence pads, erectile dysfunction medicines).
• Re-admission if strictures develop later.

PAE Cost in Mumbai

Prostate Artery Embolization (PAE) is available in only a few advanced centres in India.

• At Docsy partner hospitals (Chembur, Pune): ₹2.7 – 3.0 lakh
• Insurance: Covered by most Indian & international insurance providers
• Cashless + reimbursement options available

📌 What’s included:

• Interventional radiologist + cath-lab charges
• Microspheres (imported embolization particles)
• Day-care admission
• Pre- and post-procedure investigations
• 24×7 Care Navigator support

⚠️ Hidden savings:

• No overnight stay (saves ₹30–40K hospitalisation cost)
• No catheter (avoids discomfort & follow-up catheter removal costs)
• Fewer complications → less spending on erectile dysfunction meds or pads

TURP vs PAE – Cost vs Value

Why Cheaper Isn’t Always Better

At first glance, TURP looks cheaper. But many patients underestimate the hidden costs of complications:

• Erectile dysfunction (~5%) → medicines like Viagra (₹150–250 per pill, long term).
• Incontinence (~7%) → lifelong pad expenses (₹2–3K/month).
• Urethral strictures (~6%) → repeat surgeries costing ₹60K–1 lakh.
• Hospitalisation risk → prolonged stay increases bill by 30–40%.

📌 Over 5 years, the total cost of TURP complications can exceed the upfront cost of PAE.

Insurance Coverage in Mumbai

• Most major insurers (ICICI Lombard, HDFC Ergo, Star Health, New India) cover both TURP & PAE.
• Docsy offers end-to-end insurance support (cashless approvals, reimbursement paperwork).
• International insurers (Aetna, Allianz, Cigna) cover PAE for expat patients.

FAQs – Prostate Surgery Cost

Q1. Is PAE worth the higher upfront cost?
Yes. Lower risks + insurance coverage = better value long term.

Q2. Can I get TURP for under ₹1 lakh?
Yes, at small centres — but risks are 3–4× higher. Not recommended.

Q3. Is PAE covered by all insurers?
Most major insurers cover it. Always check in advance.

Q4. What if I don’t have insurance?
Docsy offers financial counselling and EMI options.

Conclusion: Cost + Safety = True Value

When comparing TURP vs PAE in Mumbai:

• TURP: Lower upfront cost but higher long-term risk & hidden costs.
• PAE: Higher upfront, but safer, quicker recovery, almost no sexual side effects — and often fully covered by insurance.

At Docsy, we make it simple:

• Free Care Navigator consultations
• Free OPD + ultrasound screening in Mumbai (Chembur, Pune)
• End-to-end insurance approval support
• Access to top specialists for PAE