Updated 2026-09-06 · Prices in EUR · Recall feed checked daily
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Foreign Body Surgery cost across Ireland

Surgery to remove a swallowed object from the stomach or intestine, including imaging, anaesthesia and aftercare.

€1,240–€3,100national typical range (EUR)
Dublinmost expensive city
Waterfordleast expensive city
Top 10

Where it costs most

Dublin€2,710
Drogheda€2,215
Cork€2,170
Dundalk€2,170
Galway€2,105
Limerick€2,060
Kilkenny€2,060
Tralee€2,040
Sligo€2,020
Waterford€1,955
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Ways to pay less

  • String and thread are especially dangerous in cats and can cut through the bowel.
  • Delay raises both the cost and the risk sharply.
Insurance check

Insured cats in Limerick would get roughly €1,855 of this back.

Typical plans reimburse 80–90% after the deductible, for about €27–€56/month for a young cat.

Full table

All 10 cities

CityTypical rangeIndex
Dublin L€1,550–€3,875
Drogheda L€1,265–€3,160
Cork M€1,240–€3,100
Dundalk L€1,240–€3,100
Galway C€1,205–€3,005
Limerick M€1,180–€2,945
Kilkenny L€1,180–€2,945
Tralee M€1,165–€2,915
Sligo C€1,155–€2,885
Waterford M€1,115–€2,790
FAQ

Questions

What is the average cost of foreign body surgery in Ireland?

Nationally €1,240–€3,100 in 2026. Dublin is the most expensive city we track; Waterford the least.

Why do prices vary so much between cities?

Rent, staff wages, equipment and competition. Big-city specialty hospitals can charge double what a rural clinic does for the same procedure.

Does pet insurance cover foreign body surgery?

Yes, on most accident-and-illness plans after the deductible.

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