An otohematoma is a build-up of blood in the ear flap, common in dogs that scratch or shake their head because of an ear infection. It usually needs surgery to drain it and to stop the ear becoming deformed.
Key facts
- At a university veterinary hospital, surgery for an otohematoma costs €200.
- The price includes up to 24 hours of observation and two check-ups, but not the anaesthesia or the pre-anaesthetic assessment.
- Petplan reimburses 100% up to €3,100 a year if the ear problem is not pre-existing.
Reference prices (2026)
| Item | Price |
|---|---|
| Aural haematoma (otohematoma) surgery | €200 |
| Pre-anaesthetic assessment (without blood tests) | €30 |
| Intravenous general anaesthesia | €100 |
| Dermatology consultation | €60 |
| Skin cytology | €15 |
What makes the price vary?
The anaesthesia and the pre-anaesthetic assessment, which are charged separately, and any tests needed to find the cause of the haematoma, such as a dermatology consultation or a cytology. Surgery does not include biopsies, cultures or complementary tests. If the surgery is an emergency, this hospital adds a 25% surcharge.
How much does Petplan cover?
Petplan Spain reimburses 100% of the invoice up to €3,100 a year, with a €45 co-payment per illness or accident, at the vet of your choice. It does not cover pre-existing conditions or preventive care, and there are waiting periods of 15 days for accidents and 30 days for illness.
The policy includes surgery carried out by the vet to treat an injury or illness, such as an otohematoma. If the ear already had a problem before you took out the policy, it is a pre-existing condition and is not covered. A consultation outside normal hours is only covered if the vet confirms an emergency consultation was needed.
Frequently asked questions
How much does otohematoma surgery cost in total?
At this hospital: €200 for surgery, €100 for intravenous general anaesthesia and €30 for the pre-anaesthetic assessment. €330 in total, without prior tests.
What does the surgery price include?
It includes up to 24 hours of hospital observation and up to two check-ups. It does not include the pre-anaesthetic assessment, the anaesthesia, or biopsies, cultures and complementary tests.
Sources
- Veterinary Hospital of the University of Zaragoza, 2026 public prices (VAT included).
- Petplan, health insurance general conditions (in Spanish).
See also: cost of removing a lump, cost of a biopsy, cost of anaesthesia and real cost of the vet in Spain 2026.
Indicative prices. Spain has no official price scale and each clinic sets its own fees: these are the public prices of a university veterinary hospital, and other clinics may charge differently.
