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What's the Cost of Esophageal cancer Diagnosis and Treatment in Italy?

Esophageal cancer treatment cost in Italy typically includes diagnostic gastroscopy ranging from $400 to $700 and primary surgical options like esophagectomy, which runs from $40,000 to $70,000. Total expenses depend on the cancer stage, use of robotic technology, and hospital tier. Patients often find 30-50% savings compared to the US. Top cities for this treatment include Milan, Rome, and Genoa.

Typical Esophageal Cancer Treatment Costs in Italy

  • Gastroscopy: $400 – $700
  • PET/CT scan: $1,200 – $1,700
  • Consultation with an oncologist: $200 – $300
  • Biopsy: $200 – $700
  • Esophagectomy: $40,000 – $70,000
  • Resection of the esophagus: $28,500 – $52,000
  • Chemotherapy for esophageal carcinoma: $8,000 – $14,000
  • Radiation therapy for esophageal carcinoma: $23,000 – $33,000
  • Oncothermia: Price on request
  • Complex diagnostics of esophageal cancer: $900 – $2,300

Bookimed Expert Insight: For complex esophageal cases, choosing high-volume centers is vital for safety. Professor Riccardo Rosati at San Raffaele leads a specialized department treating 2,000 surgical cases annually. This volume ensures high surgical proficiency. Patients seeking advanced robotic options should consider Ospedale San Carlo di Nancy in Rome. They are top-rated for Da Vinci technology. These multidisciplinary teams coordinate surgery and oncology efficiently.

ItalyTurkeyAustria
Radiation therapy for colorectal cancerfrom $7,000from $7,000from $12,000
Radiation therapy for esophageal carcinomafrom $23,000from $7,000from $20,000
Esophagectomyfrom $40,000from $23,400from $30,000
Chemotherapy for esophageal carcinomafrom $8,000from $5,000from $12,000
Chemotherapy for breast cancerfrom $4,500from $1,200from $15,000
Data verified by Bookimed as of May 2026, based on patient requests and official quotes from 149 clinics worldwide. Median costs are based on real invoices (2025–2026) and updated monthly. Actual prices may vary.

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Get a Medical Assessment for Esophageal cancer Treatment in Italy: Consult with 6 Experienced Doctors Now

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Riccardo Rosati

41 years of experience

Leads one of Italy's most recognized High Volume Centers for esophageal surgery – 2,000+ surgical cases annually at San Raffaele.

  • Head of Gastrointestinal Surgery Department since 2014
  • Specializes in both open and minimally invasive foregut procedures
  • 300+ publications on esophageal diseases
  • Member of International Society for Diseases of the Esophagus
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Michele Reni

38 years of experience

With 38 years of experience of expertise, Prof. Reni specializes in gastro-esophageal cancers at San Raffaele and leads pancreatic cancer research.

  • Coordinates AIOM guidelines for pancreatic cancer treatment
  • Published 180+ papers on cancer therapies
  • Director of Pancreas Center at San Raffaele
  • Runs clinical trials for metastatic pancreatic cancer
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Edoardo Beretta

The doctor is a specialist in general surgery with a focus on thyroid and parathyroid diseases, performing over 200 surgeries annually using minimally invasive techniques. Additionally, the doctor is skilled in the laparoscopic treatment of adrenal diseases. The doctor applies extensive experience in organizing treatment for gastrointestinal pathologies, including the esophagus, stomach, colon, liver, bile ducts, and pancreas, as well as addressing abdominal wall and complex tumor diseases.

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Antonio Braun

27 years of experience

500+ successful Nissen and Toupet Fundoplication procedures – Dr. Braun specializes in minimally invasive laparoscopic techniques for GERD.

  • 27 years of experience of experience in gastrointestinal surgery
  • Trained at Johns Hopkins University in hepatobiliary-pancreatic surgery
  • Member of SICOB and ACOI – leading Italian surgical societies
  • Focuses on complex GERD cases with personalized treatment plans

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