Pediatric Hydrocele Surgery in Pune by Gold Medalist Dr. Apoorva Makan
Expert care for Congenital, Recurrent Hydrocele in Children by Gold Medalist Pediatric Urologist in Pune – Dr. Apoorva Makan. Book appointment now!
Hydrocele Care for Children
A hydrocele is a condition in which fluid gets collected around the testicle leading to painless swelling of the scrotum in babies and children.
Some cases of Hydrocele conditions may disappear during the first year of life, but others may increase in size or are associated with inguinal hernia, and they need surgical treatment.
Child hydrocele surgery in India is a safe and effective Pediatric urology surgery which removes the fluid filled sac and closes any communication between abdomen and scrotum.
Clinic Address
Borhade Heart Care & Pediatric Surgery Clinic, Yashada Windsong, First Floor, Shop No, C 131-132, SB Patil School Rd, Ravet, Pimpri-Chinchwad, Maharashtra 412101
Introducing Dr. Apoorva Makan, the only 4 times gold medalist Pediatric urologist in Pune with a special hands on expertise in hydrocele surgery for children.
On this page, we explain you what exactly is a hydrocele surgery, the treatment options, the cost aspect, and why you should choose Dr. Apoorva Makan for hydrocele treatment of your child.
So let us get started with a quick introduction on what exactly is a Hydrocele condition in children.
What exactly is Hydrocele condition in Children ?
A Hydrocele is a condition in which clear fluid gets accumulated around or along the testicle, and it causes swelling of the scrotum in babies and children.
Hydrocele condition is also widely known as Hydrocoele, Scrotal Hydrocele, Testicular Hydrocele, Funicular Hydrocele.
Patients may call this condition as per the symptoms such as fluid or water around testicle or swollen scrotum or swollen testicles in children.
There are many cases of congenital hydrocele which occur because of Processus Vaginalis, which is a small channel that connects abdomen and scrotum during fetal development.
Benefits of Hydrocele Surgery in Children
Permanent Treatment for Hydrocele
Hydrocele surgery removes the fluid-filled sac and corrects the underlying cause, providing a long-term solution with a very low risk of recurrence in most children.
Prevents Future Hernia Formation
In children with a communicating hydrocele, surgery closes the persistent connection between the abdomen and scrotum, reducing the risk of developing an inguinal hernia.
Protects the Testicle
Timely treatment helps maintain a healthy environment around the testicle and supports its normal growth and development.
Relieves Scrotal Swelling
The enlarged scrotum gradually returns to its normal size, allowing the child to move, play, and wear clothes more comfortably.
Improves Comfort During Daily Activities
Surgery reduces discomfort caused by persistent or increasing swelling, making everyday activities easier for active children.
Please note, not all hydrocele requires a treatment or surgery. Some hydrocele resolve on their own naturally during infancy period.
However, if the hydrocele condition is persistent or if its a communicating hydrocele, then it requires hydrocele surgery in children.
In Pune, Maharashtra, Dr. Apoorva Makan is the only 4 times Gold medalist pediatric Urosurgeon who has heavy practice in pediatric hydrocele surgery.
She performs hydrocele surgery with gentle tissue handling and with minimally invasive Laparoscopy surgery technique and child-friendly protocols to minimize pain and get excellent functional results.
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Types of Hydrocele Surgery in Pune done by Dr. Apoorva Makan
Hydrocele in children can occur because of various reason, and it can happen in various different form.
Each type of hydrocele require a different treatment approach. And that is why, accurate diagnosis about which type of hydrocele it is very important.
In Pune, Dr. Apoorva Maken is a gold medalist pediatric urology surgeon in Pune, who routinely perform hydrocele surgery treatments for newborn, infant, children and adolescent.
Below are various types of hydrocele surgeries performed by Dr. Apoorva Maken in Pune, Pimpri-Chinchwad, and nearby cities around Pune as a consultant pediatric surgeon.
Pediatric Hydrocelectomy
Pediatric hydrocelectomy is the standard surgical procedure performed to treat a persistent hydrocele in children.
Pediatric hydrocelectomy is done when hydrocele does not resolve naturally, continues to enlarge, or causes discomfort.
In Pune, Dr. Apoorva Makan performs Pediatric hydrocelectomy with minimal pain, and excellent cosmetic results.
Encysted Hydrocele of the Cord Excision
An encysted hydrocele of the spermatic cord is a localized fluid-filled cyst along the spermatic cord that is separate from the testicle.
In this type of Hydrocele, Parents usually notice a painless swelling in the groin or upper scrotum, which may gradually increase in size.
Dr. Apoorva Makan is an expert in Encysted hydrocele surgery in Pune & can easily excises the cyst while protecting the surrounding spermatic cord structures.
Communicating Hydrocele Repair
A communicating hydrocele develops when the processus vaginalis remains open, allowing abdominal fluid to pass into the scrotum.
In case of communicating Hydrocele, the swelling often changes in size during the day and may be associated with an inguinal hernia.
Dr. Apoorva Makan is an expert Pediatric urologist in Pune for treating communicating hydrocele repair surgery.
Non-Communicating Hydrocele Repair
A non-communicating hydrocele occurs when fluid remains trapped around the testicle without any connection to the abdominal cavity.
Such cases of hydrocele resolve naturally during infancy but persistent or enlarging hydroceles may require surgery.
In Pune, Dr. Apoorva Makan performs surgery for non communicating hydrocele in children by removing or opening the hydrocele sac as appropriate.
Hydrocele with Inguinal Hernia Repair
Some children may have a hydrocele along with an inguinal hernia. In this condition, abdominal contents such as intestine can pass through the same open passage into the groin.
Hydrocele with hernia condition needs a timely surgery as the hernia may become trapped and can lead to serious complications.
Dr. Apoorva Makan is an Pediatric hernia surgeon & can efficiently explores the groin, separates the hernia sac from the surrounding spermatic cord structures.
Congenital Hydrocele Repair
Congenital hydrocele surgery is performed when a hydrocele is present since birth & does not disappear naturally. Such a hydrocele continues to increase in size, or becomes a communicating hydrocele.
Dr. Apoorva Makan is an expert pediatric surgeon in Pune for congenital hydrocele repair surgery for children.
She performs the surgery with a focus on faster recovery, minimal discomfort, and excellent long-term outcomes.
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Best Pediatric Hydrocele Surgeon in Pune - Dr. Apoorva Makan
If you are looking for best pediatric hydrocele doctor in Pune, then look no further than Dr. Apoorva Maken. She is an expert pediatric urologist in Pune with high surgery practice for hydrocele in newborn, infant, children, and adolescent.
Dr. Apoorva Maken is the only 4 times gold medalist pediatric surgeon in Pune with regular practice in performing Hydrocele surgeries for children.
She has pursued MBBS, MS in general surgery, and MCh in Pediatric surgery & has rich experience of 12+ years as Pediatric surgeon in PCMC & Pune.
Dr. Apoorva Maken is top rated Pediatric surgeon who has also undertaken international training in pediatric surgery from London.
As an accomplished Pediatric urosurgeon in Pune, Dr. Apoorva Maken routinely performs pediatric hydrocele surgery, hypospadias surgery, undescended testes surgery, circumcision, and wide range of pediatric urology surgeries.
Dr. Apoorva Maken has a rich experience in treating all types of hydrocele with minimally invasive Pediatric Laparoscopy surgery techniques. Dr. Apoorva Maken believes in honest evidence-based treatment and recommend hydrocele surgery only when it is genuinely required.
She is available as consultant pediatric surgeon at multiple affiliated hospitals in Baner, Wakad, Pimpri Chinchwad, Aundh, Shivajinagar, Nigdi, Bhosari, Ravet etc areas in Pune.
Dr. Apoorva Makan is well aware of various Government Health care schemes that will help you possibly reduce the cost of Pediatric surgery in Pune including Hydrocele surgery.
If you are looking for affordable hydrocele surgery in Pune with high-quality surgical care, look no further than Gold medalist Dr. Apoorva Maken.
Education Credentials of Dr. Apoorva Makan (4x Gold Medalist)
- DrNB Paediatric Surgery - National Board of Examinations, New Delhi - 2022 (🥇National Gold Medal)
- MCh Paediatric Surgery - BYL Nair Hospital & TN Medical College, Mumbai - 2021 (🥇University Gold Medal)
- M.S. General Surgery - MUHS Nashik, Maharashtra - 2018 (🥇University Gold Medal)
- MBBS - MUHS Nashik, Maharashtra - 2014 (🥇University Gold Medal)
Additional Qualifications of Dr. Apoorva Makan
- MNAMS - Member of the National Academy of Medical Sciences - 2022
- FIAGES - Fellowship of Indian Association of Gastrointestinal Endo Surgeons - 2022
- MRCS (Part 1) - Member of Royal College of Surgeons, London - 2022
Experience Credentials of Dr. Apoorva Makan
- Co-Founder - Borhade Heart Care & Pediatric Surgery Clinic, Ravet, Pune (April 2026 - Present)
- Consultant Pediatric Surgeon - Makan Hospital, Old Sangvi, Pune (2022 - Present)
- Consultant Pediatric Surgeon - Surya Hospital, Wakad, Pune (2026 - Present)
- Consultant Pediatric Surgeon - Ankura Hospital for Women & Children, Aundh, Pune (2024 - Present)
- Consultant Pediatric Surgeon - Oyster and Pearl, Pimple Saudagar & Shivaji Nagar (2023 - Present)
- Lecturer, Pediatric Surgery Dept. at DY Patil Medical College, Pune (2023 - Present)
- Lecturer, Pediatric Surgery Dept. at BYL Nair Hospital & TN Medical College, Mumbai (2021 - 2022)
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Consultant Pediatric Urologist across Pune, PCMC & Nearby Cities
Dr. Apoorva Makan is a Consultant Pediatric Urologist in Pune available at 10+ Mother & Pediatric Surgery hospitals across Pune, PCMC and nearby towns, making specialist pediatric surgical care more accessible to families.
Some of the well known, notable, premium child care hospitals in Pune she is affiliated with are as below –
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Cost of Hydrocele Surgery for Children in Pune - Dr. Apoorva Makan Explains
The cost of Hydrocele surgery for children in Pune depends on several factors. The most important factor which contributes to the cost of surgery is which exact type of hydrocele case is this.
The cost of hydrocele varies depending on whether it is of type communicating hydrocele, non-communicating hydrocele, congenital hydrocele, or encysted hydrocele of the cord.
The hydrocele operation cost also depends on child’s age and whether hydrocele is associated with a pediatric inguinal hernia.
On an average, the cost of pediatric hydrocele surgery in Pune is approximately between Rs. 35,000/- to Rs. 75,000/-. Please note, for some more complex cases of hydrocele, the cost may increase further.
Hydrocele surgery is a kind of medically necessary surgery for children and hence many health insurance companies in India do provide insurance claim for hydrocele surgery.
However, the exact insurance policy terms and waiting period applies. It is recommended to check with your insurance service provider about the accurate detail.
There are even some of the selected government healthcare schemes that are available in various hospitals in Pune which helps you to reduce the cost of the surgery.
Dr. Apoorva Makan is aware of all these various government healthcare schemes and she helps parents understand about the surgery and how parents can reduce the overall cost of treatment.
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In the below cost table, we have mentioned cost range of various types of hydrocele surgery in Pune done by Dr. Apoorva Makan, the Gold Medalist Pediatric Urologist in Pune. Please note, these are approximate ranges and actual cost may vary depending on various factors.
| Treatment / Surgery | Average Cost in Pune |
|---|---|
| Pediatric Surgery Consultation in Pune | ₹800 – ₹2,000 |
| Ultrasound Scrotum (If Required) | ₹1,000 – ₹2,500 |
| Congenital Hydrocele Surgery | ₹35,000 – ₹55,000 |
| Communicating Hydrocele Repair | ₹40,000 – ₹60,000 |
| Encysted Hydrocele of Cord Surgery | ₹40,000 – ₹65,000 |
| Hydrocele with Inguinal Hernia Surgery | ₹50,000 – ₹75,000 |
| Bilateral Hydrocele Surgery | ₹55,000 – ₹80,000 |
| Recurrent Hydrocele Surgery | ₹60,000 – ₹90,000 |
| Day Care Hospital Charges | Usually Included |
| Insurance Coverage | Available (As per Policy) |
| Government Health Schemes | Available for Eligible Patients |
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Clinic Address
Borhade Heart Care & Pediatric Surgery Clinic, Yashada Windsong, First Floor, Shop No, C 131-132, SB Patil School Rd, Ravet, Pimpri-Chinchwad, Maharashtra 412101
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Page Written & Medically Reviewed by:
Dr. Apoorva Makan (MBBS, MS – General Surgery, DrNB – Pediatric Surgery, MCh – Pediatric Surgery, 4x Gold Medalist)
Page Last Updated on – 23rd Aug 2026