In Vietnam, the cost of Endoscopic Third Ventriculostomy (ETV) typically falls between USD 3000 - USD 6000, depending on several variables, including the underlying condition being treated (such as obstructive or non-communicating hydrocephalus), the patient’s age and overall health, the complexity of the ventricular anatomy, the hospital’s infrastructure, the neurosurgeon’s expertise, and the overall complexity of the procedure.
The overall cost may also be influenced by additional expenses such as preoperative neurological evaluations and imaging (MRI/CT), anaesthesia, intraoperative neuroendoscopic equipment and monitoring, hospital stay (including ICU care if required), postoperative medications, and follow-up consultations.
| City | Minimum Cost (USD) | Minimum Cost (VND) | Maximum Cost (USD) | Maximum Cost (VND) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Can Tho | USD 3000 | 77895000 | USD 6000 | 155790000 |
| Ha Noi | USD 3000 | 77895000 | USD 6000 | 155790000 |
| Ho Chi Minh | USD 3000 | 77895000 | USD 6000 | 155790000 |
| Nha Trang | USD 2700 | 70105500 | USD 5400 | 140211000 |
| Phu Quoc | USD 2700 | 70105500 | USD 5400 | 140211000 |
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Endoscopic third ventriculostomy (ETV) is a surgical procedure used to treat obstructive hydrocephalus, a condition characterized by the accumulation of cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) in the brain. CSF is produced in the ventricular system of the brain, which consists of four cavities - two lateral ventricles, the third ventricle, and the fourth ventricle - interconnected by channels.
The third ventricle, situated centrally above the base of the skull, plays a crucial role in CSF circulation. In cases of obstructive hydrocephalus, CSF flow is impeded due to blockage, often occurring at the passage between the third and fourth ventricles, known as the cerebral aqueduct.
ETV involves creating a new pathway for CSF to bypass the blockage by making a small hole in the floor of the third ventricle using an endoscope. This allows CSF to flow directly into the subarachnoid space surrounding the brain, relieving pressure and reducing ventricle enlargement.
Based on the Underlying Cause of Hydrocephalus
Based on Patient Demographics
Based on the Surgical Approach
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