How much does hymenoplasty cost?
Aug 28, 2025
Source: Cainiu Health
Dr. Zhang Lu
Introduction
The hymen usually refers to the vaginal valve. Generally, the reference price for vaginal valve repair surgery ranges from 3000 to 10,000 yuan per procedure. The wound typically heals gradually within 2-3 weeks after surgery, and full recovery usually requires 1-2 months. However, the specific price may be influenced by factors such as surgical technique, type of anesthesia, preoperative examination items, postoperative care, and regional price levels.
The term "hymen" usually refers to the vaginal valve. Generally, the reference price for vaginal valve repair surgery ranges from 3,000 to 10,000 yuan per procedure. The wound typically starts healing gradually within 2-3 weeks after surgery, and full recovery usually takes 1-2 months. However, the exact cost can be influenced by various factors such as surgical method, type of anesthesia, preoperative examination items, postoperative care, and regional price levels. This procedure should be performed at a qualified hospital. Detailed explanations are as follows:
1. Surgical Method
Different surgical techniques involve varying levels of procedural complexity and material costs, thus reference prices differ accordingly. Traditional suturing is relatively basic and does not require special equipment, with a reference price ranging from 3,000 to 5,000 yuan per procedure. In contrast, minimally invasive repair requires specialized suturing instruments and absorbable sutures, leading to higher equipment and material costs, with a reference price ranging from 5,000 to 10,000 yuan per procedure.
2. Type of Anesthesia
The choice of anesthesia affects the price. Local anesthesia is simpler, requires less medication, and has lower costs, with a reference price ranging from 3,000 to 6,000 yuan per procedure. If intravenous general anesthesia is used, it requires monitoring by a professional anesthesiology team and more complex medications, with a reference price increasing to between 6,000 and 10,000 yuan per procedure.
3. Preoperative Examination Items
The number of preoperative tests affects the overall cost. Basic tests such as blood routine, urine routine, coagulation function, and infectious disease screening may result in a reference price ranging from 3,000 to 6,000 yuan per procedure. If the patient has gynecological inflammation or other underlying conditions requiring additional tests such as vaginal discharge analysis, gynecological ultrasound, or liver and kidney function tests, the reference price may increase to between 6,000 and 9,000 yuan per procedure.
4. Postoperative Care
Different types of postoperative care lead to price variations. Standard care including basic anti-inflammatory medications and routine wound dressing changes may cost between 3,000 and 7,000 yuan per procedure. If additional services such as postoperative analgesic medications, wound therapy, or rehabilitation guidance are provided, the reference price may increase to between 7,000 and 10,000 yuan per procedure.
5. Regional Price Levels
The economic level of the region influences surgical costs. In first-tier cities, where medical consumables and labor costs are higher, the reference price is typically higher, ranging from 6,000 to 10,000 yuan per procedure. In third- and fourth-tier cities and rural areas, where the cost of living is lower, medical costs are relatively reduced, with a reference price ranging from 3,000 to 6,000 yuan per procedure.
In daily life, after surgery, it is important to maintain cleanliness and dryness of the external genitalia, avoid strenuous exercise and prolonged sitting or standing, follow a light and easily digestible diet, avoid spicy and irritating foods, and attend follow-up appointments as instructed by the physician to monitor wound healing and prevent infection.
