Olecranon Bursae Excision
Surgical removal of the olecranon bursa at the tip of the elbow.
Olecranon bursitis causes a fluid-filled swelling at the tip of the elbow. When it does not resolve with aspiration or conservative treatment, surgical excision of the bursa provides a definitive solution.
All treatments begin with a medical assessment
Every patient is seen by our onsite doctor partner, Aega Health, before any procedure. This 15-minute assessment (£150) includes full clinical assessment, diagnosis, suitability review, and consent, ensuring your care is safe and tailored to you.
Pricing
Pre-procedure medical assessment (Aega Health)
Required before all procedures
Olecranon bursae excision
£650What to Expect
Before
- Medical assessment with Aega Health (£150)
- Diagnosis confirmed — infection excluded
- Local anaesthetic — no general anaesthetic required
During
- Local anaesthetic administered to the elbow
- Bursa carefully excised
- Wound closed with sutures
- Procedure takes approximately 30–45 minutes
After
- Discharged same day with dressing and compression bandage
- Elbow padded and protected for 2 weeks
- Sutures removed at 10–14 days
- Return to normal activities within 2–4 weeks
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Start with a 15-minute medical assessment with Aega Health, your onsite doctor partner at Cedar Park.
Assessment fee: £150 | 0% finance available over 3 months
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