Chemotherapy Cost In Malaysia
What is Chemotherapy?
The process of using powerful chemicals and anti-cancer drugs to kill cancer cells is known as chemotherapy.
It may be given for curative purposes or reducing symptoms and prolong life.
A lot of chemotherapy drugs are available, which are either used alone or in combination.
Chemotherapy is an effective way of treating cancer, but it has many side effects, such as-
- Diarrhoea
- Vomiting
- Hair loss
- Appetite loss
- Bleeding
- Itching
- Mouth ulcers
How is the Procedure Performed?
The chemotherapy process is a little complex. First, a device is surgically inserted into the body before any intravenous chemotherapy. These devices can be a catheter, port, or pump.
Then there are pre-investigative tests to ensure your body is ready for chemotherapy. Every aspect and side effect planning and management is done.
For the chemotherapy drug to be given to the body, there are many routes -
- Infusion
- Pills
- Shots
- Creams, or maybe direct application
Who is the Right Doctor for Chemotherapy?
The right doctor for chemotherapy is a Medical Oncologist.
What is the Usual Success Rate for this Procedure?
If we talk specifically about the five-year survival rate of chemotherapy, it is around 40-50% depending on the case.
However, chemotherapy is given in combination with other therapy.
The cost of Chemotherapy includes:
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Before starting chemotherapy, a few diagnostic tests may be done, such as Blood tests, X-rays, MRI, CT, PET, or ultrasound.
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Chemotherapy session cost (depends on the number of sessions required)
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Medicines
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Patient's hospital stay (only in case of high-dose chemotherapy)
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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The stage and type of cancer
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Post-surgery / Chemotherapy / Radiation Therapy.
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Any additional tests may be required to know the status of the disease during the course of treatment.
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An extended stay at the Hospital
Cost related to Chemotherapy in Malaysia
Treatment name | Cost range |
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Chemotherapy | USD 1800 to USD 2200 |
Colon Cancer Treatment | USD 11700 to USD 14300 |
Skin Cancer | USD 9000 to USD 11000 |
Cervical Cancer Treatment | USD 8640 to USD 10560 |
Metastatic Tumors Treatment | USD 7200 to USD 8800 |
Esophagus Cancer Treatment | USD 7560 to USD 9240 |
Hodgkin Disease Treatment | USD 3600 to USD 4400 |
Fallopian Tube Cancer | USD 11700 to USD 14300 |
Non-Hodgkin Lymphoma (NHL) Treatment | USD 12600 to USD 15400 |
Stomach Cancer Treatment | USD 9900 to USD 12100 |
Anal Cancer Treatment | USD 2700 to USD 3300 |
Bile Duct Cancer Treatment | USD 8100 to USD 9900 |
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Top hospitals and doctors for Chemotherapy in Malaysia
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- Gleneagles Hospital Medini Johor is a premier tertiary hospital located in the south of Malaysia.
- Being a multispecialty hospital, it offers various medical and surgical procedures such as Cardiology, Cardiothoracic Surgery, ENT, Gastroenterology, Obstetrics & Gynaecology, Paediatrics, Paediatric Surgery, Neurology, Neurosurgery, Joint Replacement & Sports Reconstructive Surgery, Orthopaedic & Trauma Surgery, General Surgery, and Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery.
- It equipped with cutting edge medical technologies and procedures like Linear Accelerator Elekta Synergy equipped with Catalyst HD, 640-slice CT scan, CT Coronary Calcium Scoring, and Cardiac MRI.
- It is a Medisave-accredited hospital, approved by the Ministry of Health, Singapore.
- It also has an international patient care team that assist in appointment & discharge, visa, flights, airport transfers, emergency, accommodations, language interpretation, and sightseeing.

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Ara Damansara Medical Centre (ADMC), situated in Selangor, Malaysia is part of Ramsay Sime Darby Healthcare (RSDH) which is one of the leading private healthcare groups and a pioneer of advanced medical practices and technologies.
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The Medical Centre has extensive medical and surgical specialities such as Breast Surgery, Cardiology, Cardiothoracic Surgery, General Surgery, Gastroenterology & Hepatology, Neurology & Neurosurgery, Obstetrics & Gynaecology, Oculoplastic Surgery, Oncology, Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery, Orthopaedic Surgery, Radiology to mention a few.
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It also has a comprehensive Paediatric department which includes Cardiology, Dermatology, Neurology, Ophthalmology & Strabismus Surgery.
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The Eye Care Unit is a speciality of the Medical Centre equipped with many of the latest ocular diagnostics and treatment, on par with some of the leading eye centres around the world.
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It is supported by cutting edge medical technologies and equipment like 3 Tesla MRI Scanner and Dual Source Flash CT Scanner (low dose).
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It has a dedicated International Patient Care Team that helps from hospital appointment and discharge, cost estimation, accommodations, hotels, language interpretation services, and local tours.

- With 7 years of experience in the industry, Beverly Wilshire Medical Centre, Johor Bahru provides a one-stop centre for Cosmetic Surgery and Aesthetic Medicine.
- It offers diverse services all related to aesthetics such as Cosmetic Surgery, Aesthetic Medicine, Healthy Aging, Hair Restoration, and Fat Reduction.
- The Centre is equipped with state-of-the-art technologies and facilities to provide optimal results to patients.
- It is licensed by the Ministry of Health (MOH) Malaysia and a member of the Malaysian Healthcare Travel Council (MHTC).
- The Centre is also a recipient of many awards such as The BrandLaureate - SMEs BestBrands Award Man of The Year & Brand of the Year 2020, Medical Travel Awards - International Cosmetic Surgery Clinic of the Year 2018, 2016, 2015 to mention a few.
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What is the price of Chemotherapy in other countries, compared to Malaysia?
Approximate price of Chemotherapy in other countries compared to Malaysia is:
- India, USD 800 to USD 1200, approximately 50% lower than Malaysia
- Turkey, USD 1200 to USD 1800, approximately 25% lower than Malaysia
- Thailand, USD 1200 to USD 1800, approximately 25% lower than Malaysia
- Germany, USD 1600 to USD 2400, approximately 0% higher than Malaysia
- Israel, USD 560 to USD 840, approximately 65% lower than Malaysia
- Singapore, USD 1200 to USD 1800, approximately 25% lower than Malaysia