The cost of removing a fistula in front of the ear is about $3,000 to $6,000. The cost may vary with different anesthesia methods, different health conditions, different regions, and different hospital levels. The cost of preauricular fistula surgery, including surgical fees, anesthesia, examination, postoperative treatment and other costs. If you choose local anesthesia surgery, the cost is about 3000 yuan. Sometimes the fistula passes through the cartilage, and a pike-shaped incision is made in the ear to remove the fistula along with the cartilage, following the shape of the fistula. General anesthesia is required for preauricular fistula surgery, which aims to cut the fistula and surrounding diseased tissue, and the cost is usually around 6,000 RMB. If you are in need of preauricular fistula surgery, you need to go to a regular medical institution, please consult with the hospital you want to visit for the exact cost.