Updated 2026-09-06 · Prices in GBP · Recall feed checked daily
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Abscess Surgery cost across United Kingdom

Surgical removal of an abscess plus anaesthesia, antibiotics and repeat dressings. Rabbit pus is thick and rarely drains on its own.

£350–£1,045national typical range (GBP)
Londonmost expensive city
Belfastleast expensive city
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Where it costs most

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Ways to pay less

  • Facial abscesses in rabbits usually come from a diseased tooth root and often come back.
  • Draining alone rarely works. Full removal gives the better outcome.
Insurance check

Insured small pets in Norwich would get roughly £610 of this back.

Typical plans reimburse 80–90% after the deductible, for about £25–£53/month for a young small pet.

Full table

All 21 cities

CityTypical rangeIndex
London ENG£470–£1,410
Cambridge ENG£400–£1,200
Brighton ENG£390–£1,170
Bristol ENG£375–£1,130
Edinburgh SCT£365–£1,095
Southampton ENG£355–£1,065
Manchester ENG£350–£1,045
York ENG£350–£1,045
Aberdeen SCT£340–£1,025
Birmingham ENG£340–£1,015
Norwich ENG£340–£1,015
Leeds ENG£330–£990
Plymouth ENG£325–£980
Liverpool ENG£325–£970
Glasgow SCT£320–£960
Cardiff WLS£320–£960
Nottingham ENG£320–£960
Sheffield ENG£315–£940
Newcastle ENG£315–£940
Swansea WLS£315–£940
Belfast NIR£295–£885
FAQ

Questions

What is the average cost of abscess surgery in United Kingdom?

Nationally £350–£1,045 in 2026. London is the most expensive city we track; Belfast 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 abscess surgery?

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

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