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Turkey, Istanbul
Brain tumor removal in Liv Hospital Vadistanbul
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About the clinic
The brain tumor removal procedure at Liv Hospital Vadistanbul in Istanbul, Turkey typically costs around $27,730-$31,500 USD. The hospital is JCI and ISO accredited, and Dr. Mete Karatay brings 35 years of neurosurgery experience with over 900 brain surgeries performed.
About the Procedure
The skull base craniotomy with brain tumor resection uses microsurgical techniques. Surgeons aim for maximal safe removal while protecting neurological function. Two main approaches are available: traditional craniotomy or microsurgical technique.
Technology and Equipment
The hospital uses advanced tools for precision surgery. These include intraoperative neuromonitoring and navigation systems. A fluorescent filter microscope and ultrasound aspirator assist during operations.
What's Included
- Surgery and anesthesia services
- Intraoperative neuromonitoring
- 4 ICU days + 7 ward days
- Pre-op MRI/CT scans
- Pathology tests and frozen biopsy
About the Neurosurgeon
Dr. Mete Karatay specializes in both adult and pediatric neurosurgery. He reviews each case individually. His 900+ procedures demonstrate extensive experience with complex brain tumors.
Hospital Stay
Patients typically stay 11 days total. This includes 4 days in ICU and 7 in the ward. For pineal lesion resections, the stay may be shorter at 6 nights.
Liv Hospital offers transparent pricing with detailed cost breakdowns. Patients receive preliminary estimates before treatment. Contact the hospital for personalized assessment and surgical planning.
Highlights
2021
Year of foundation
76 doctors
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Treatments prices in the clinic
Last price update — 29.03.2025. Prices can be changed depending on the medical case and doctor's recommendations.
Pediatric Oncology
| treatment | Price | |
|---|---|---|
| Brain tumor removal | Price on request | |
| CyberKnife | Price on request | |
| Radiotherapy | Price on request | |
| Bone marrow transplantation | Price on request | |
| Transnasal resection of tumor | Price on request | |
| Pituitary tumor surgery | Price on request |
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International Organization for Standardization
CH,
International Organization for Standardization certificate for Liv Hospital Vadistanbul
Joint Commission International
US,
Joint Commission International certificate for Liv Hospital Vadistanbul
Colorectal Surgery Center for Excellence
US,
Colorectal Surgery Center for Excellence certificate for Liv Hospital Vadistanbul
Robotic Surgery Center of Exellence
US,
Robotic Surgery Center of Exellence certificate for Liv Hospital Vadistanbul
Bariatric Surgery Center of Excellence
US,
Bariatric Surgery Center of Excellence certificate for Liv Hospital Vadistanbul
Liv Hospital Vadistanbul: more details about the clinic
Turkey, Istanbul
Liv Hospital Vadistanbul aims to bring a high level of service to the health sector, from scientific studies to diagnosis and treatment processes, from technological infrastructure to experienced physicians who are experts in their fields.
Liv Hospital Family, which combines physician quality with high-level technology in diagnosis and treatment processes in health, makes a difference with its extraordinary and high-level approach to guest services and patient care services, is growing and expanding further.
Liv Hospital Vadistanbul has signed an important collaboration with Boston Children’s Hospital, one of the world's leading children's hospitals. Considered as the best hospital in the USA in the ranking of children's hospitals, Boston Children’s Hospital provides the second opinion service for the diagnosis and treatment of children with difficult to diagnose diseases.
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Transfer
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free
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Ayazağa Mah. Kemerburgaz Cad. Block 8. No: 7F Sarıyer / İstanbul
updated 2/22/2026
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How it works:
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- You get a personal offer with a step-by-step guide and the cost estimate
- We arrange your travel including appointment scheduling and flights booking
- You arrive at the hospital, we support you 24/7