Osteosarcoma Treatment in Medical Park Göztepe Hospital Complex

Medical Park Göztepe in Istanbul, Turkey provides a full spectrum of care for osteosarcoma. An initial MRI may cost around $500-$700, with radiation therapy packages running $7,000-$8,500. The JCI-accredited center has its own Cancer Hospital equipped with a PET-CT scanner and a linear accelerator.

Assoc. Prof. Nurullah Şener, an orthopedics specialist, leads the orthopedic oncology team. The clinic uses a multidisciplinary approach to create an individual treatment plan. All necessary tests are available on-site.

Diagnostic Options

Accurate diagnosis is the first step. Available diagnostics include:

• MRI of one area to visualize the tumor.
• Biopsy for definitive tissue analysis, typically around $2,000.
• Histopathology revision to confirm diagnosis, costing $600-$1,300.
• Blood tests and PET-CT scans to check for spread.

Treatment Options

The clinic offers both non-invasive and surgical treatments for bone cancer.

• Radiation Therapy for Sarcomas: This external beam therapy delivers 25 precise sessions. It includes imaging and consultations, typically costing $7,000-$8,500.
• Gamma Knife: This non-invasive radiosurgery targets tumors without an incision. The treatment is around $8,000.
• Surgical leg amputation: This radical surgery may be needed to remove the tumor. A package for this procedure costs around $13,500. It includes surgery, 3-4 days of hospitalization, MRI, blood tests, and support services.
• Resection of bone with implant replacement: This limb-sparing surgery removes the tumor and reconstructs the bone. It is a complex procedure with a wide price range from $15,000 to $70,000, depending on the case.

The best treatment path depends on the tumor's stage and location. Medical Park Göztepe's team can help determine the most suitable option for you.