Laser uvulectomy fees for catarrh treatment

Catarrh treatment: costs and procedure summary

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Fees

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Laser Uvulectomy

• Initial consultation, with endoscopy: £250 at HealthHub, more at private hospitals

• Uvulectomy, performed under local anaesthetic: £1200

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Laser Uvulectomy Procedure Summary

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When do we recommend the procedure?

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Some people experience catarrh or a lump in the throat for months or years. Where patients have on-going discomfort we'd recommend taking action.

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Where would the surgery take place?

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In most instances  surgery would take place at HealthHub, the ENT clinic in South Central London.

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Time between consultation and procedure

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Times may vary, but we can typically perform the operation within 14 days of consultation.

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Pre-operative information

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There are no specific pre-operative requirements. 

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Uvulectomy Procedure Duration

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95% of these procedures are performed under local anaesthetic, which is mostly with the simple application of an anaesthetic spray, followed by a single small injection. The procedure takes about 10 minutes. 

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Post-operative information

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Because a small ulcer is left in the back of the mouth after the operation, there is quite bad pain for around 1 week after this procedure. This pain is well controlled if regular painkillers are used. Typically these are Co-Codamol (30/500) and Diclofenac E/C (50mg). An antiseptic gargle helps the area to heal quickly.

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Is a follow up consultation required and does this cost extra?

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Follow-up is usually arranged for 4 weeks after surgery has been performed. This is free of charge for self pay patients, although insured patients will be charged.

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Need more information on catarrh treatments?

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See our Catarrh web page

See our Catarrh FAQ page for answers to common questions raelated to catarrh and catarrh in throat lump 

Contact us to book a consultation or to get further information