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Lung cancer surgery in Italy: Our Best Clinics and Costs 2024

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While Lung cancer surgery treatment offers are not available in Italy, we've selected the TOP offers based on feedback from Bookimed patients.

Turkey, Istanbul
Thoracic surgeon - Cagatay Tezel
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28 years of experience
  • Dr. Cagatay Tezel has expertise in minimally invasive lung surgeries and mediastinal tumor treatment.
  • Liv Hospital Ulus utilizes the da Vinci robot-assisted system for precise lung cancer surgeries.
  • Included Services: Follow-up examination, consultation with a thoracic surgeon, preoperative tests, hospitalization, transfer airport-hotel-clinic-airport.
  • Stay Info: 5 days stay in the hospital, 6 days stay in the hotel, included in the price.
  • Technique: Minimally invasive lung resection and mediastinal lymph node dissection with mediastinoscopy.
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$19000
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Turkey, Istanbul
Clinical oncologist - Serkan Keskin
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23 years of experience
  • Dr. Serkan Keskin received the Best Poster Award at the 19th National Cancer Congress in 2011.
  • Memorial Şişli Hospital is the first in Turkey and 21st globally accredited by JCI.
  • Included Services: Consultation with a doctor, Individual patient room, VIP transfer.
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4.6
Package price
$4000
Turkey, Istanbul
Clinical oncologist - A.Kemal Tahaoglu
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40 years of experience
  • Dr. A.Kemal Tahaoglu is a top specialist in treating lung cancer and thoracic diseases.
  • Anadolu Medical Center is among the top 10 hospitals globally according to MTQUA.
  • Included Services: Diagnosis, surgery, 4-star hotel, airport-clinic-airport transfer.
  • Stay Info: 4 days in hospital, 3 days in hotel, included in the price.
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4.6
Package price
$26800
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Lung cancer surgery Overview in Italy

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100%
Surgery Time - 4 hours
Stay in the country - 14 days
Rehabilitation - 30 days
Anesthesia - General anesthesia
Requests processed - 7852
Bookimed fees - $0
Types of Lung cancer surgery
  • The procedure involves removing a lung lobe, typically to treat conditions like lung cancer, improving patient health.

  • This surgery removes a small, wedge-shaped part of lung tissue, primarily to treat localized lung cancer.

  • The operation removes an entire lung to treat lung diseases, enhancing breathing capacity and overall health.

  • The operation simultaneously removes lung and liver tumors, reducing time and resources while improving patient recovery.

  • This surgery removes lung segments harboring cancerous cells, protecting healthy tissue.

  • This therapy specifically attacks cancer cells, reducing damage to healthy ones. It"s less severe with notable efficacy.

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Step-by-Step Roadmap

Day 1 - Arrival

  • Arrive at the hospital and check-in.
  • Meet with the medical team and discuss the procedure.
  • Undergo pre-operative tests including blood tests, chest X-ray, and CT scan.

Day 2 - Pre-Operation

  • Consult with a pulmonologist for lung function tests.
  • Meet with an anesthesiologist to discuss anesthesia options.
  • Undergo a bronchoscopy if needed to view the lungs.

Day 3 - Surgery

  • Undergo lung cancer surgery, usually lasting 2-6 hours.
  • General anesthesia will be administered.
  • The surgeon removes the cancerous portion of the lung.

Day 4 - Post-Operation

  • Recover in the Intensive Care Unit (ICU).
  • Monitor vital signs and lung function.
  • Begin light physical activity as soon as possible.

Day 5 - Hospital Stay

  • Move to a regular hospital room from the ICU.
  • Continue monitoring and pain management.
  • Stay in the hospital for 5-7 days post-surgery.

Week 1-2 - Rehabilitation

  • Start a light exercise regime to strengthen lung capacity.
  • Attend follow-up appointments with the surgeon.

Week 3-6 - Rehabilitation

  • Gradually return to normal activities.
  • Resume work after 4-6 weeks, depending on recovery.

Please note, recovery times and procedures may vary depending on individual health conditions and the specifics of the surgery.

How Much Does Lung cancer surgery Cost in Italy?

The average price of Lung cancer surgery in Italy is $17261, the minimum price is $5208, and the maximum price is $27035.
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Lobectomy from $7000 -from $20835
Lung segmentectomy from $9000 -from $18752
Lung cancer surgery from $17000 -from $20835
Target therapy for lung cancer from $2500 -from $3125
Wedge Resection from $8500 --
Pneumonectomy from $11200 -from $21356
Synchronous resection of the liver/lung with metastases ---
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The directory contains the best clinics in the world for lung cancer surgery. The rating is based on the qualifications of thoracic surgeons, patient reviews and expert assessment of Bookimed coordinating doctors.

The cost of lung resection for cancer depends on the volume and type of operation. Often the price includes a doctor's consultation, intervention and hospitalization for up to 10 days.

Discover the Best Lung cancer surgery Clinics in Italy: 1 Verified Option and Prices
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Ospedale San Carlo di Nancy
Italy, Rome
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The Ospedale San Carlo di Nancy, a first-aid facility accredited by the Italian National Health Service, was acquired by GVM Care & Research in May 2015 and underwent a restructuring and reorganization process.

Founded in 1932, the San Carlo of Nancy Hospital is located on the Via Aurelia, not far from the Vatican City. The facility, classified as a general local hospital since September 1976, can treat about 15,000 patients a year under ordinary hospitalization. To date, the facility has about 450 professionals, including the medical and paramedical staff.

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Everything went great, the staff is very responsive and kind, my rehab therapist was a pro
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Associate Professor of Thoracic Surgery. Member of European Board in Thoracic and Cardiovascular Surgery. Head of Responsible Functional Unit of Mini-Invasive Toracic Surgery, URC, Cardio-Toracic-Vascular Department at San Raffaele Institute. Treats lung and pleural diseases, mediastinal disorders. He is a member of the Italian Society of Thoracic Surgery, of the Italian Society of Thoracic Endoscopy. He is author of a monograph and over 200 scientific publications in national and international journals.
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