Lung cancer treatment at Hisar Hospital Intercontinental

Hisar Hospital Intercontinental in Istanbul provides complete care for lung cancer. Treatment starts with diagnostics around $180 and includes options like chemotherapy around $1,300 per course, stereotactic radiosurgery at $8,250, and minimally invasive surgery running $8,000-15,450. The oncology department is led by a professor with _doctor_2952_years_ of experience and Turkish Thoracic Surgery certification.

The hospital offers advanced diagnostics to confirm the diagnosis and plan treatment. The full spectrum includes PET-CT scans, brain MRIs, CT scans, and biopsies. Genetic testing is also available to help guide targeted therapy decisions. All diagnostic procedures use modern imaging and laboratory equipment.

Available Treatment Methods

• Video-Assisted Thoracic Surgery (VATS): This is a minimally invasive operation for early-stage cancer. It may cost around $8,000 to $15,450. The package typically includes the surgery, histological analysis, staples, airport transfers, and interpreter services. Hospitalization is usually 6-7 nights with one night in intensive care.
• Robotic Surgery: Procedures using the Da Vinci Surgical System offer high precision. Hospitalization is often shorter, around 4 nights. This option can cost between $18,500 and $23,000.
• Radiation Therapy: Options include Stereotactic Body Radiation Therapy (SBRT) which delivers treatment in 5 sessions and may cost around $8,250. Brachytherapy, an internal radiation method, typically runs about $4,000.
• Systemic Therapies: Chemotherapy courses often involve 4-6 cycles and cost around $1,300-$3,800 per course. Immunotherapy with agents like Keytruda is another option, with a cycle typically costing around $5,800-$6,000 and administered every three weeks.

Prof. Dr. Erkan Yildirim leads the thoracic surgery team. He has two decades of experience and is a member of the European Association of Cardio-Thoracic Surgeons. His expertise includes VATS and participation in complex transplant programs.

The JCI-accredited hospital treats over 250,000 patients annually. Its cancer center brings together a multi-disciplinary team of surgeons, oncologists, and radiation specialists. For international patients, packages often include airport transfers and interpreter support. Learn more about creating a personalized treatment plan for lung cancer with this team.