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Diagnostics for cirrhosis start from around $70 for an ultrasound. A tumor marker blood test costs around $100. Gastroscopy with biopsy is around $300, and an MRI of one area costs $400–$500. A premium comprehensive check-up package runs around $2,400. The facility is located just 40 minutes from Incheon International Airport.</p>","text_type":"mt_wow_description","best_texts":{"good_fit_for":"Hepatitis B-related cirrhosis","why_its_ranked":"Dedicated Gastroenterology Center for liver disorders. Advanced endoscopy screens and treats varices. Doctors have 20+ years of experience and 88,000+ procedures performed."},"agency_settings":[{"setting_name":"is_new","setting_value":"1"},{"setting_name":"kids_only","setting_value":"0"}],"reviews":[],"clinic":{"id":8215,"alias":"naeun-hospital","name":"NAEUN HOSPITAL","short_description":"<p>NAEUN HOSPITAL is a private multi-specialty medical center located in Incheon, Republic of Korea, a 40-minute drive from Incheon International Airport. 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Spinal team has done over 700 scoliosis operations, the most in South Korea.</li> <li>Cardiology team carries out around 1,000 coronarographies and 800 stentings each year.</li> <li>Two Tomotherapy devices deliver highly accurate radiation for prostate, brain, and spine cancers.</li> <li>Five check-up programs, from Basic to VIP. 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Its core specialties include cardiovascular care, digestive oncology, and hematopoietic stem cell transplantation. The hospital earned a spot on Newsweek's World's Best Hospitals list in 2021.</p> <ul> <li>International department has served over 15,000 patients from more than 100 countries since 1999.</li> <li>On-site equipment includes PET-CT, multi-slice CT, 3.0T MRI, and TOMO therapy technology.</li> <li>Dedicated centers for emergency care, bloodless surgery, and allergic respiratory diseases in children.</li> <li>Staffed by over 130 highly skilled doctor-professors across 30 departments.</li> </ul>","text_type":"short_description","agency_settings":[{"setting_name":"is_new","setting_value":"0"},{"setting_name":"kids_only","setting_value":"0"}],"procedure_prices":[{"prices":{"price_from":130000,"price_to":200000,"currency":"USD","id":13409},"operation":{"id":32,"name":"Liver transplant","alias":"liver-transplantation"}}],"reviews":[],"clinic":{"id":233,"alias":"soon-chun-hyang-university-hospital-seoul","name":"Soon Chun Hyang University Hospital ","short_description":"<p>Soon Chun Hyang University Hospital is one of four hospitals in a network across South Korea. 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This is competitively priced when compared to the average cost in other countries, such as the United States where treatment can often exceed $70,000.</li>\n<li><strong>Service level.</strong> The level of patient care in Korea is highly appreciated. From the attentiveness of medical coordinators to the professionalism of doctors, many patients have expressed satisfaction.</li>\n<li><strong>Logistics.</strong> The organization of the healthcare system, including the arrangement of transfers and hotel reservations, is efficient and often praised by international patients.</li>\n</ol>\n\n<p>What patients don't like</p>\n<ol>\n<li>Some patients have expressed that they felt the doctors did not spend enough time understanding their specific problems, possibly due to the high volume of cases they handle. 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Other diagnostic options may include Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) or genetic testing. Additional treatment options can include targeted therapies or immunotherapy for liver cancer caused by cirrhosis. Each case is individual and requires a personalized approach.</i></p>"}}},"faq":[{"id":"69aa7c5dd068adf953075ab7","question":"Is liver transplant in Korea safe and what are the success rates?","answer":"<p>Liver transplantation in Republic of Korea is exceptionally safe, with surgical success rates reaching 97% to 100% at leading centers. South Korea maintains a global lead in living donor liver transplantation, reporting 5-year survival rates between 81% and 83%, significantly higher than the 73% average in the United States.</p> <ul> <li><strong>Living donor success:</strong> 1-year survival rates for living donor cases range from 90% to 98%.</li> <li><strong>Donor safety record:</strong> Major facilities like Asan Medical Center report zero donor deaths in large cohorts.</li> <li><strong>International patient outcomes:</strong> 5-year survival for non-Korean adult patients reaches approximately 91.8% at high-volume clinics.</li> <li><strong>Advanced surgical techniques:</strong> Surgeons prioritize minimally invasive robotic and laparoscopic methods to ensure faster donor recovery.</li> </ul> <p><strong>Bookimed Expert Insight:</strong> Data shows that specialized centers like Asan Medical Center handle nearly 50% of the country's transplants, creating a volume-outcome benefit. With over 182,000 patients treated annually and KOIHA safety accreditation, these high-capacity facilities minimize surgical risks through standardized digital imaging and robotic assistance. For international patients, choosing JCI-accredited centers like Severance Hospital provides an extra layer of global safety protocols alongside Korea's high 90% survival benchmarks.</p> <p><strong>Patient Consensus:</strong> Patients note that while surgical quality is world-class, it is important to arrange professional translation and plan for a 2–3 month stay to manage post-operative care and discharge logistics effectively.</p>","is_active":true,"category":{"id":"68f5f2ea1567cb687e0a7542","name":"faq_content","title":"faq_content"}},{"id":"69aa7cf098f583e6dd0cb503","question":"Which Korean hospitals offer advanced cirrhosis management and liver transplants?","answer":"<p>Asan Medical Center, Seoul National University Hospital, and Samsung Medical Center are top Korean institutions for advanced cirrhosis management and liver transplantation. These facilities maintain survival rates between 97% and 100%, specializing in living donor liver transplants and complex dual-graft procedures within JCI-accredited environments.</p><ul><li><strong>Success rates:</strong> Asan Medical Center reports a 90% success rate in organ transplants.</li><li><strong>Digital safety:</strong> Seoul National University Bundang Hospital uses BESTcare to maximize patient safety.</li><li><strong>Expertise volume:</strong> Asan Medical Center performs approximately 50% of South Korea's liver transplants.</li><li><strong>Alternative therapy:</strong> RE:YOUTH clinic specializes in arterial stem cell therapy for liver cirrhosis.</li></ul><p><strong>Bookimed Expert Insight:</strong> While Asan Medical Center dominates in transplant volume, patients seeking less invasive options for early-stage cirrhosis should consider RE:YOUTH in Cheonan. Bookimed data shows it is the only Korean facility focused solely on arterial stem cell delivery. This provides a targeted alternative when transplant criteria are not yet met.</p><p><strong>Patient Consensus:</strong> Patients note that living-donor transplants are common and efficient, though non-residents should prepare for high out-of-pocket costs and mandatory three-month stays for monitoring.</p>","is_active":true,"category":{"id":"68f5f2ea1567cb687e0a7542","name":"faq_content","title":"faq_content"}},{"id":"69aa7d3e5aba2b9dd502d3e3","question":"How long will I need to stay in Korea for a liver transplant or major cirrhosis intervention?","answer":"<p>Patients typically stay in Korea for 2 to 4 months for a liver transplant. This timeframe includes approximately 10 days for pre-operative donor compatibility screening, 21 to 43 days of inpatient hospitalization, and 1 to 2 months of localized outpatient monitoring before safe long-haul air travel.</p> <ul> <li><strong>Pre-operative phase:</strong> Evaluation requires 10 days for imaging and donor compatibility assessments.</li> <li><strong>Hospital duration:</strong> Inpatient stays range from 3 weeks to 43 days for stable cases.</li> <li><strong>Donor stay:</strong> Living donors can typically travel home 3 to 4 weeks after surgery.</li> <li><strong>Visa requirement:</strong> Stays exceeding 90 days require a G-1 long-term medical treatment visa.</li> </ul> <p><strong>Bookimed Expert Insight:</strong> While major centers like Asan Medical Center report a 90% success rate for organ transplants, the hospital stay is only half the journey. Data shows that Seoul clinics often require outpatient visits every 1–2 weeks during the second month to manage immunosuppressant levels effectively. Choosing a clinic in Seoul, where the highest concentration of JCI-accredited facilities exists, simplifies this frequent local travel.</p> <p><strong>Patient Consensus:</strong> Patients note it is important to budget for at least 3 months because complications like infections or MELD score fluctuations can quickly extend the initial timeline. Securing lodging near the hospital is vital as surgeons will not clear patients for flights until stability is confirmed.</p>","is_active":true,"category":{"id":"68f5f2ea1567cb687e0a7542","name":"faq_content","title":"faq_content"}},{"id":"69aa7d935aba2b9dd502d3e4","question":"Is Korean stem-cell therapy for decompensated cirrhosis evidence-based and approved?","answer":"<p>South Korean stem cell therapy for decompensated cirrhosis is technically available through specialized regenerative medicine frameworks rather than general clinical approval. While the 2025 Advanced Regenerative Medicine Act permits access at 112 designated hospitals, treatments like Cellgram-LC remain investigational and are currently undergoing Phase 3 trials.</p> <ul> <li><strong>Regulatory status:</strong> Access is restricted to clinical trials or designated advanced regenerative medical facilities.</li> <li><strong>Evidence quality:</strong> Clinical findings show potential mortality risk reduction but require more long-term data.</li> <li><strong>Delivery methods:</strong> RE:YOUTH Clinic utilizes direct arterial delivery to target the liver specifically.</li> <li><strong>Standard care:</strong> Specialists typically view these therapies as a bridge to clinical liver transplantation.</li> </ul> <p><strong>Bookimed Expert Insight:</strong> While major centers like Asan Medical Center report organ transplant success rates from 90%, patients seeking stem cells often overlook specialized clinics. 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Procedures require strict genetic matching, legal relationship verification, and mandatory psychological evaluations for both parties.</p> <ul> <li><strong>Relationship proof:</strong> Hospitals require DNA tests and embassy-certified documents to verify biological or emotional ties.</li> <li><strong>Donor criteria:</strong> Donors typically must be aged 18 to 60 and in excellent health.</li> <li><strong>Advanced compatibility:</strong> South Korean clinics specialize in ABO-incompatible transplants for non-matching blood types.</li> <li><strong>Stay requirements:</strong> Donors must remain in Korea for 1 to 3 months for follow-up care.</li> </ul> <p><strong>Bookimed Expert Insight:</strong> While many countries have years-long waiting lists, South Korea stands out for efficiency, with some patients starting the process in under 1 month. Asan Medical Center and Seoul National University Hospital (SNUH) have dedicated international departments that routinely handle complex cases from the UAE and Mongolia. This established infrastructure helps navigate the medical visa process, which is essential for relatives traveling from abroad.</p> <p><strong>Patient Consensus:</strong> Patients note that proving family ties with DNA tests early is vital to avoid delays. 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