VM Medical Park Florya Hospital in Istanbul, Turkey provides comprehensive glioblastoma care. Diagnostics packages start around $3,100, surgical resection with hospitalization is about $15,000, and a full 30-session radiotherapy course may cost around $5,600. Treatment is led by an Associate Professor of Neurosurgery trained at Johns Hopkins with 22 years of expertise.
The diagnostic workup is detailed. It includes advanced molecular testing to personalize treatment. Available diagnostics are:
- Contrast-enhanced brain MRI
- PET/CT and histopathology review
- Next-generation sequencing (NGS) for genetic profiling
- Tumor mutational burden (TMB) and PD-L1 testing
- A comprehensive diagnostic package
This package typically includes an oncology consult, histology, MRI, and blood tests for around $3,100.
Treatment Options for Glioblastoma
The hospital offers a multi-modal approach. Each plan is tailored to the patient's specific tumor biology.
Repeat Surgical Resection is a primary neurosurgical option. It involves a craniotomy to reduce tumor burden. The package includes the surgery and a 7-night hospital stay with ICU access if needed. It may cost around $15,000 and covers the OR fee, surgeon payments, and a follow-up MRI.
Adjuvant Radiotherapy often follows surgery. It involves 30 sessions of external beam radiation to target remaining cells. This course typically runs about $5,600. It includes the sessions and related imaging consultations.
Systemic Therapy like chemotherapy may be recommended. If required, a Port-a-cath insertion for drug delivery costs around $1,500. This covers the procedure and the catheter device itself.
The clinic is a university hospital affiliated with Istanbul Aydin University. It operates with an interdisciplinary practice. Free translation services and airport transfers are provided for international patients. This support helps streamline the care journey for those traveling from abroad.
Individual treatment program and cost estimate
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