The cost of pancreatic cyst treatment in Turkey varies depending on the necessary procedures and evaluations. Initial diagnostic consultations and examinations typically range from $120 to $180, while blood and biochemistry tests can cost between $300 and $1,000. Advanced imaging techniques, such as PET-CT scans, are approximately $750. Endoscopic ultrasound (EUS) biopsies are priced around $3,200 to $4,000. Major surgical interventions, which include a week of hospitalization and all associated services, cost around $15,000. The treatment plan is customized following a comprehensive assessment by specialists.
Prof. Kıvanç Derya Peker specializes in pancreatic surgery, having performed over 400 pancreatic cancer surgeries. He trained at Mayo Clinic in hepatopancreatobiliary surgery.
Assoc. Prof. Dr. Abdulcabbar Kartal is a distinguished colorectal and general surgeon practicing at Anadolu Medical Center in Istanbul. With over 17 years of surgical experience, he specializes in colorectal surgery, HIPEC (hyperthermic intraperitoneal chemotherapy) for peritoneal cancers, bariatric surgery, and minimally invasive procedures.
Dr. Kartal graduated from Istanbul University Faculty of Medicine in 2007 and completed his general surgery specialization at Istanbul Şişli Etfal Training and Research Hospital (2007-2013). He served as Assistant Professor at Istanbul Okan University (2016-2020) before receiving his Associate Professor title in 2020. In 2021, he earned the prestigious FEBS-C certification from the European Society of Coloproctology and became a Fellow of the American College of Surgeons (FACS).
Dr. Kartal has published over 40 articles in international peer-reviewed journals and is an active member of the Turkish Society of Colon and Rectal Surgery, European Society of Coloproctology, and Turkish Surgical Association.
Assoc Prof Dr Guner Cakmak specializes in advanced laparoscopic and hepatopancreatobiliary surgeries, ensuring minimally invasive solutions for complex cases at Lokman Hekim Istanbul Hospital.
Dr. Yilmaz brings extensive experience in general surgery, currently practicing at Medipol University Pendik Hospital.