Breast Cancer Treatment Cost In India
What is Breast Cancer?
The type of cancer that develops from the breast tissue and involves the mammary glands and other nearby muscles is known as Breast Cancer.
Early symptoms of breast cancer may include -
- Lump formation
- Thickening of the skin around nipples
- Pain
- Irritation of the skin
- Dimpling of the breast
- In some cases blood or pus discharge
How is the Procedure Performed?
The treatment of breast cancer generally involves surgery along with radiation, chemotherapy, and in some cases hormone therapy as well.
The choice of treatment regime depends upon the type and stage of cancer.
Who is the Right Doctor for Breast Cancer Treatment?
The right doctor to consult for the treatment of breast cancer is a Gynecologist and a Medical Oncologist first.
If surgery is required after the consultation, then the patient can seek consultation from a Surgical Oncologist and Radiation Oncologist.
For reconstruction and care, a Plastic/Cosmetic Surgeon can be consulted.
What tests are required?
The common tests for diagnosis of breast cancer are mammography and biopsy.
For preventive measures, one should always do a self-examination to check for any lump or hardness in the breast area or armpit area.
What is the Usual Success Rate for this Procedure?
The breast cancer survival rate is 90% if diagnosed in an early stage. This means 90% of the people after treatment can live up to 5 years.
This type of cancer is more common in females than males and is more commonly malignant cancer.
The cost of Breast Cancer includes:
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Preoperative diagnostic tests cost may include Breast ultrasound, Breast magnetic resonance imaging (MRI), Biopsy, and Diagnostic mammogram.
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Surgery cost (Depends upon the type and size of the tumor and the extent to which the tumor has spread)
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Post-Operative cost (there might be a need for Chemotherapy or Radiotherapy before or post-surgery)
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Medicines (Tamoxifen (Nolvadex, Soltamox), pain killers)
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Patient's hospital stay
Note - The patient will be required to visit the surgeon a week after the surgery to assess and remove any staples or stitches.
The overall cost of the procedure also varies based on the patient's condition and preferences. Some of these factors are:
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Type of hospital and room opted (General, Twin sharing, or single room)
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The stage and type of cancer
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Patients may require repeated investigation through PET CT and related tests Post-surgery / Chemotherapy / Radiation Therapy.
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Any additional tests may be required.
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An extended stay at the Hospital
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Cost of Accommodation during follow-ups, in case the patient is not a local resident [may take longer duration in case of chemotherapy or radiotherapy sessions]
Cost related to Breast Cancer Treatment in India
Treatment name | Cost range |
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Breast Cancer | Rs.133200 to Rs.177600 |
Chemotherapy | Rs.44400 to Rs.59200 |
Breast Cancer-Surgical | Rs.133200 to Rs.177600 |
Modified radical mastectomy | Rs.119880 to Rs.159840 |
Breast Reconstruction with muscle skin flap | Rs.199800 to Rs.266400 |
Breast Biopsy | Rs.22200 to Rs.29600 |
Mastectomy | Rs.133200 to Rs.177600 |
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Top hospitals and doctors for Breast Cancer Treatment in India
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- Established in 1996, Indraprastha Apollo Hospital is NABL and JCI accredited.
- Apollo Group offers 10,000 beds across 64 hospitals, more than 2,200 pharmacies, over 100 primary care & diagnostic clinics and 115 telemedicine units across 9 countries.
- Indraprastha Apollo Hospital has 52 specialties under one roof.
- Major specialities of the hospital include Anaesthesia, Cardiology, Cardiac Surgery, Cancer, Paediatrics, Critical Care, Emergency Care, Fetal Medicine, Gastroenterology and Hepatology, Obstetrics & Gynaecology, Interventional Radiology, IVF, Liver and Kidney Transplant, Nuclear Medicine, Nephrology, Neurosciences, Ophthalmology, Orthopaedics, Otolaryngology (ENT), Paediatrics, Pediatric Surgery, Psychiatry and Clinical Psychology, Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery, Respiratory & Sleep Medicine, Rheumatology, Spine Surgery, Urology and Andrology and Vascular and Endovascular Surgery.
- First hospital in India to perform a Paediatric Liver Transplant in 1998.
- The hospital ranked first in Neurosciences, Renal Sciences, Oncology, Paediatrics, Gynaecology and Obstetrics & Emergency in The Times Of India Healthcare Survey 2016.
- It has also ranked the 6th Best Private Hospital in India for Cardiology by The WEEK in the Best Hospital Survey 2013 conducted by A C Nielsen.
- Awarded a Special Commendation for the Golden Peacock Environment Management Award by a jury chaired by Justice P. N. Bhagwati and Former Chief Justice of India for the hospital's environmental practices.

- Brand Fortis was established in 1996 and now has over 55 facilities in line to offer health facilities within India and abroad.
- It is an NABH accredited multi-specialty tertiary care hospital.
- Fortis Memorial Research Institute (FMRI) had ranked second in a global study of the 30 most technologically advanced hospitals in the world conducted by ‘topmastersinhealthcare.com.
- The Institute is known to be the 'Mecca of Healthcare' for Asia Pacific region.
- Fields of expertise include Cardiac Sciences, Neurosciences, Emergency & Trauma, Bone & Joint, Renal Sciences, Gastro Sciences, Critical Care and Organ Transplants.

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This was the first oncology hospital in India and the first hospital in Chennai to be accredited by NABH.
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It was also the first hospital to have the proton cancer center in East Asia.
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Each case is addressed and discussed in the tumor board, which consists of a panel of medical, surgical and radiation oncologists.
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Several complex surgical procedures are routinely performed such as liver resection, extensive resection lung tumors, limb conserving surgery in bone tumors, laparoscopic surgery, reconstruction of flaps etc
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Apollo Chennai, is consistently ranked in the list of best cancer hospital in India
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It is one of the best hospitals in India having all the latest techniques of radiotherapy such as True Beam STX.
Breast Cancer Treatment Cost - Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Breast Cancer cost in different cities in India?
The price for Breast Cancer in different cities in India is approximately in the range of:
- New Delhi: Rs.112554 to Rs.176046
- Gurgaon: Rs.115440 to Rs.173160
- Noida: Rs.108225 to Rs.180375
- Chennai: Rs.115440 to Rs.165945
- Mumbai: Rs.118326 to Rs.176046
- Bangalore: Rs.112554 to Rs.170274
- Kolkata: Rs.108225 to Rs.163059
- Jaipur: Rs.101010 to Rs.161616
- Mohali: Rs.103896 to Rs.245310
- Ahmedabad: Rs.96681 to Rs.160173
- Hyderabad: Rs.111111 to Rs.168831
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What is the price of Breast Cancer in other countries, compared to India?
Approximate price of Breast Cancer in other countries compared to India is:
- Turkey, USD 6800 to USD 10200, approximately 183% higher than India
- Thailand, USD 4000 to USD 6000, approximately 67% higher than India
- Germany, USD 16800 to USD 25200, approximately 600% higher than India
- Israel, USD 5600 to USD 8400, approximately 133% higher than India
- Singapore, USD 14400 to USD 21600, approximately 500% higher than India
- Malaysia, USD 4800 to USD 7200, approximately 100% higher than India