Turkey is one of the leading countries in the field of medical tourism. More than 800,000 people travel to Turkey every year for medical purposes. Cancer treatment is popular in the country for medical tourists because of the following reasons:
More than 50 Turkish hospitals are JCI-accredited and steadily gaining popularity in the global oncology treatment market. The Ministry of Health inspects these hospitals twice a year, ensuring safety and high standards.
Cancer treatment, diagnostics, and therapy in Turkey are 30-50% lower than in other Western nations.
Turkey is known for adopting advanced treatment options such as radiation therapies, cutting-edge surgical techniques, and targeted and immunotherapy treatments. Accurate diagnostic tests are performed using state-of-the-art equipment with 90% success. The specialists diagnose cancer even at an early stage when symptoms are weak.
Turkey is highly accessible and has a unique ‘visa-free’ policy. Patients travelling from Switzerland, Israel, Iran, Georgia, and Finland can take advantage of this policy for 90-180 days.
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Cancer encompasses a wide range of diseases, each affecting different parts of the body. The cost of cancer treatment in Turkey ranges from USD 1500 to USD 10000. The average cost of radiation therapy in Turkey ranges from USD 3000 to USD 4500. Common types include:
Lung cancer starts with abnormal cell growth in the lungs, leading to tumour formation. It is the most common and severe type of cancer. Its treatment often begins with surgery, including lobectomy (removing a lobe of the lung), pneumonectomy (removing an entire lung), or wedge resection (removing a small portion of the lung).
The average cost of lung cancer treatment in Turkey ranges from USD 5000 to USD 15000.
Prostate cancer affects the prostate gland, which is a walnut-shaped gland in men responsible for seminal fluid production. Treatment generally includes surgery (radical prostatectomy), radiation therapy, hormone therapy, and chemotherapy.
The average cost of prostate cancer treatment in Turkey ranges from USD 8000 to USD 9000.
Breast cancer begins with the abnormal growth of cells in the breast tissue, forming a lump or mass. Treatment for breast cancer typically includes surgery (lumpectomy and mastectomy) and radiation and may also involve systemic treatments like hormone therapy, chemotherapy, and targeted therapy.
The average cost of breast cancer treatment in Turkey ranges from USD 6500 to USD 7500.
Ovarian cancer starts in the ovaries and can spread to other body parts. It is also known as a ‘silent killer’ as it goes undetected until it has spread within the pelvis and abdomen. Common surgeries are oophorectomy (removal of ovaries) and total abdominal hysterectomy with bilateral salpingo-oophorectomy (removal of uterus and ovaries).
The average cost of ovarian cancer treatment in Turkey ranges from USD 10000 to USD 25000.
Cervical cancer starts in the cervix, which is the lower part of the uterus. Early-stage cervical cancer is often treated with chemotherapy, while advanced stages may require a combination of radiation therapy and targeted treatments. Common surgeries for cervical cancer include conisation, which removes a cone-shaped piece of cervical tissue, and hysterectomy, which involves the removal of the uterus and cervix.
The average cost of cervical cancer treatment in Turkey ranges from USD 2000 to USD 3000.
This type of cancer affects the oesophagus and usually begins in the cells lining the inside of the oesophagus. It can be treated with surgery, chemotherapy, radiation therapy, and targeted therapies. Standard surgical options include esophagectomy or tumour removal.
Stomach cancer affects the stomach lining and can also spread to other parts of the body, particularly in the oesophagus, liver, and lungs. Treatment involves surgery, chemotherapy, targeted therapy, radiation, and immunotherapy. Surgical options include gastrectomy (removal of part or all of the stomach).
The average cost of stomach cancer treatment in Turkey ranges from USD 10000 to USD 30000.
Liver cancer often arises from chronic liver disease or cirrhosis. Treatments include surgery, chemotherapy, targeted therapy, and immunotherapy. Surgical options may involve partial hepatectomy or a liver transplant.
This cancer starts in the gallbladder and is usually diagnosed late. Treatments include surgery, chemotherapy, targeted therapy, and radiation. Surgical options include cholecystectomy.
Pancreatic cancer begins in the pancreas. Its common symptoms are loss of appetite, belly pain that spreads to the side of the back, jaundice, dark-coloured urine, etc. It is treated with surgery, chemotherapy, targeted therapy, and radiation. Surgical options include tumour removal or pancreatic surgery.
The average cost of pancreatic cancer treatment in Turkey ranges from USD 4500 to USD 8000.
Colon cancer affects the colon and is treated with surgery, chemotherapy, radiation therapy, and targeted therapy. Surgical procedures might involve colectomy (removal of part or all of the colon).
The average cost of colon cancer surgery in Turkey ranges from USD 22000 to USD 25000.
Rectal cancer affects the rectum and is treated with surgery, chemotherapy, radiation therapy, and targeted therapy. Surgical procedures might involve proctectomy (removal of part or all of the rectum).
The average cost of rectal cancer surgery in Turkey ranges from USD 14000 to USD 16000.
Kidney cancer, also known as nephro cancer, affects the kidneys. Treatment includes surgery, targeted therapy, immunotherapy, and radiation therapy. The common surgical procedure is a nephrectomy, which involves the removal of part or all of a kidney.
The average cost of kidney cancer surgery in Turkey ranges from USD 4000 to USD 10000.
Head and Neck cancer affects the tissues of the mouth and can be treated with surgery, radiation therapy, and chemotherapy. Surgical treatments may include the removal of oral tumours.
The average cost of head and neck cancer treatment in Turkey ranges from USD 2000 to USD 15000.
Brain tumours involve abnormal cell growth in the brain, which leads to headaches, seizures, drowsiness, mental or behavioural changes, and vision or speech problems. It can be treated with surgery, radiation therapy, and chemotherapy. Surgical options include tumour removal or brain surgery.
The average cost of brain tumour surgery in Turkey ranges from USD 22000 to USD 24000.
Blood cancer encompasses leukaemia, lymphoma, and myeloma, affecting the blood-forming tissues. Treatment options include chemotherapy, targeted therapies, radiation therapy, and stem cell transplants.
The average cost of chemotherapy in Turkey ranges from USD 1800 to USD 2500.
Treatment | Cost in USD |
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Chemotherapy | 1800-2500 |
Radiation Therapy | 3000-4500 |
Breast Cancer Surgery | 6500-7500 |
Brain Tumor Surgery | 22000-24000 |
Prostate Cancer Surgery | 8000-9000 |
Colon Cancer Surgery | 22000-24000 |
Head and Neck Cancer | 2000-15000 |
Kidney Cancer Surgery | 4000-10000 |
Lung Cancer Surgery | 5000-15000 |
Turkey has some of the best oncologists who offer expert care for various types of cancer. These top cancer doctors are known for their advanced treatment techniques, extensive experience, and commitment to patient care.
Here’s a list of top cancer doctors in Turkey.
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Turkey has state-of-the-art hospitals and cancer treatment centers which are equipped with high-end facilities and latest technologies. Around 50+ hospitals are internationally accredited by Joint Commission International.
Here are some of the top hospitals in Turkey for cancer treatment:
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