VM Medical Park Florya Hospital in Istanbul, Turkey, provides full-service care for liver cancer. Diagnostics like tumor marker tests start around $100, while imaging such as an MRI may cost around $450. The complete diagnostic package is typically $1,900 to $2,000. Treatment planning with a multidisciplinary team and a liver biopsy procedure may cost around $2,000. The clinic is a 300-bed university hospital where Prof. Abuzer Dirican, a specialist with 30 years in liver transplantation, leads patient evaluations.
Diagnostics aim to accurately stage the disease. The hospital's advanced equipment supports this.
Liver Cancer Diagnostics
The clinic offers a range of tests for accurate diagnosis and staging.
- Tumor marker blood tests: These check for proteins linked to liver cancer, like AFP. They may cost around $100 to $300.
- Advanced imaging: This includes MRI of the abdomen, which may cost around $450, and PET/CT scans, typically $1,500 to $1,800.
- Liver biopsy: This is a key diagnostic procedure. It involves taking a small tissue sample for analysis.
- Genetic screening: This test analyzes tumor genetics. It helps guide treatment choices and may cost around $2,000 to $2,500.
A comprehensive diagnostic package is available. It typically bundles key tests like PET/CT, MRI, ultrasound, and blood work for $1,900 to $2,000.
Treatment and Consultation Options
Following diagnosis, specialists create a personalized plan.
- Medical oncology consultation: A specialist reviews all diagnostic results. They discuss the best treatment pathway, which may include surgery or systemic therapies.
- Liver biopsy for definitive diagnosis: This procedure provides the final confirmation of cancer type and stage. It may be done percutaneously or laparoscopically.
- Organ transplantation evaluation: Prof. Abuzer Dirican assesses patients for liver transplant candidacy. He brings 30 years of experience and has performed over 500 procedures.
A complete treatment package, costing around $3,050, includes initial consultation, diagnostics, and creating a treatment roadmap. It does not cover extended hospital stays or additional major surgeries.
The clinic supports international patients with services like free transfers and interpreters. For a detailed assessment of your liver cancer case, you can request a consultation with Prof. Dirican's team.
Individual treatment program and cost estimate
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