Melanoma treatment

Turkey Istanbul
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Liv Hospital Ulus
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4.5
Doctor 4.6
staff 4.6
Facilities 4.7
Language assistance 4.7
Support 4.8
Highly recommended
85% Clients recommended this clinic
204 patients
chose this clinic for their care in the last year

What's included in this package

Medical Procedures
  • Consultation with an oncologist
  • Comprehensive diagnosis for Skin Cancer
  • Melanoma surgery
  • PET/CT
  • MRI of one area
  • Biopsy
  • Blood tests
  • Сonsultation with a dermatologist
Duration
  • 2 days in the hospital
  • 3 days in the hotel
Accommodation

3* Hotel

Transport
  • Transfer airport-clinic-airport

Additional information



Melanoma is the most aggressive type of skin cancer, and its treatment depends on the stage of the disease, genetic mutations (e.g., BRAF, NRAS, c-KIT), and overall patient health.

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  • Personal medical coordinator
  • Medical travel arrangements — booking of air tickets and hotel rooms at special partner prices
  • Patient advocacy during medical travel

Program price

$19,000

What's NOT included in this package

Airfare
Additional activities not included

Doctor

Duygu Derin
Clinical oncologist
35 years of experience
Board certified professional

Dr. Duygu Derin is an experienced medical oncologist who specializes in treating gastrointestinal cancers, lung cancer, and gynecologic neoplasms. She is a member of several oncology associations and has published more than 30 national and international scientific papers. She graduated from Galatasaray Medical High School and achieved a Medical Doctor rank from the Medical Faculty of Istanbul University. She has completed internships and professional development courses in various hospitals and holds the title of Associate Professor.

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Liv Hospital Ulus

Liv Hospital Ulus is a premier healthcare facility located in the heart of Istanbul, Turkey. As part of the internationally renowned Liv Hospital Group, Liv Ulus is committed to delivering world-class medical care through a combination of cutting-edge technology, internationally trained physicians, and a patient-centered approach.

With its modern architecture and hotel-like comfort, Liv Hospital Ulus offers a wide range of medical specialties including oncology, cardiology, neurosurgery, orthopedics, and organ transplantation. The hospital is equipped with advanced diagnostic and treatment technologies, ensuring high standards of safety and precision across all procedures.

Recognized for its excellence in healthcare, Liv Hospital Ulus has received numerous international accreditations, including JCI (Joint Commission International), reflecting its commitment to quality, hygiene, and patient satisfaction.

The hospital’s International Patient Services team provides personalized assistance at every step from travel arrangements and accommodation to interpretation services making Liv Hospital Ulus a trusted choice for patients from over 180 countries.

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Location
Ulus Mahallesi, Canan Sk., 34340 Beşiktaş/İstanbul, Turkey

Why people love us

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233 patient verified reviews
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Rating breakdown
Doctor
4.6/5
staff
4.6/5
Facilities
4.7/5
Language assistance
4.7/5
Support
4.8/5
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Noha
Algeria
Apr 16, 2019
Verified review.
كل الشكر لكم
زرنا مستشفى ليف بإسطنبول بناءا على نصيحة منسقكم السيد عماد حسين و تعاملنا مع قسم الاورام هناك بمساعدة السيدة فراح الحقيقة المستشفى كان في المستوى و التعامل مع المريض كان جيد جدا وقعت مشكلة صغيرة بخصوص ثمن الاستشارة الذي وصل الى 700 اورو بسبب سوء تفاهم مع المترجم لكن تم حل المشكلة و الاكتفاء بثمن الاستشارة 90اورو شكرا على تعاونكم نعم كان فيه تعاون كبير جدا من طرف السيد عماد حسين حتى انه كان يراسلني للسؤال و للاطمئنان على صحة المريضة انسان فعال في عمله عند وعوده في الاتصال بالمستشفيات و واضح في لغته و لطيف في تعاملاته كل الشكر لكم
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نعم كان فيه تعاون كبير جدا من طرف السيد عماد حسين حتى انه كان يراسلني للسؤال و للاطمئنان على صحة المريضة انسان فعال في عمله عند وعوده في الاتصال بالمستشفيات و واضح في لغته و لطيف في تعاملاته كل الشكر لكم
Джайхун • Cancer screening
Uzbekistan
Feb 19, 2020
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Coordination is very poor. At first, my mother was not met at the airport, she waited half an hour until the driver found her. Then at the hotel, which was booked for one price, they gave another, more expensive. It’s good that the transfer arrived at the clinic on time and the clinic did all the examinations. Before departure we managed to give the results of the surveys, but the overall impression is bad.
Anonymous
Ukraine
Sep 9, 2021
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We went to the clinic for rectal adecarcenoma
We went to the clinic for rectal adecarcenoma. Bookimed coordinator Ekaterina promptly and professionally helped organize the trip. Upon arrival at the airport, we were met by a car from Liv Hospital, taken to the booked hotel. Each transfer from the hotel to the clinic and back was carried out practically without delay. The examination took place within the agreed time and price, and a course of treatment was prescribed. What will be the results of treatment, time will tell
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Вита • Ovarian cancer
Ukraine
Jul 19, 2021
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"Only positive impressions" Return: "Only positive impressions", About the Clinic, About the Results, "I was satisfied with everything from the trip to the operation", "Only positive impressions"
I went to the clinic for treatment of recurrence of ovarian cancer, there were only positive impressions, I was satisfied with everything from the trip to the operation. levels
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Александр • Trachelectomy (cervicectomy)
Russian Federation
Mar 24, 2020
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"Bookimed coordinator Aleksey Karaganov is a very caring and highly qualified specialist who helped with the consultation and discussion of the diagnosis
She sent for PET / CT revision made at the Korean clinic Severance Hospital, because Severance made a very dubious short description, more like an unsubscribing. I chose Liv Hospital, assistant Bookimed Alexei and assistant Liv Hospital Lala all organized perfectly, data exchange by e-mail, payment at a reasonable price, three days and the description is ready, done well, in detail and clearly. Bookimed coordinator Aleksey Karaganov is a very caring and highly qualified specialist who helped with the consultation and discussion of the diagnosis.
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Bookimed coordinator Alexey Karaganov is a very caring and highly qualified specialist, helped with consultation and discussion of the diagnosis
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FAQ

Wide excision

Wide excision (excision) involves the removal of the formation along with some healthy tissue around the edges. The tumor is excised with a scalpel under local anesthesia, making an indent of 0.5-2 cm. The size of the surgical margin depends on the thickness (germination) of the melanoma deep into the skin.

After removal of the formation, a suture is applied.

Formation thickness

Surgical edge

non-invasive melanoma

0.5 cm

less than 1 mm

1 cm

from 2 to 4 mm

2 cm

more than 4 mm

2 cm

A pathologist examines the removed tissue for tumor involvement. If malignant cells are found in the border tissue, irradiation is performed to destroy the remaining formation. A biopsy of the sentinel nodes is also mandatory.

If malignant cells in the sentinel lymph node were found, lymph node dissection ( lymphadenectomy ) is performed - removal of the affected lymph nodes.

Mohs operation

The Mohs operation is the removal of the formation in stages, in layers. Each layer removed during the operation is examined under a microscope to detect cancer cells. The next layer is removed as long as there are tumor cells in it. This approach is gentle and allows you to remove the tumor, preserving healthy skin as much as possible.

Mohs surgery can be used for lesions of the face , where a wide excision can leave an unwanted cosmetic defect. Many doctors recommend Mohs surgery only for non- melanoma skin cancers.

With damage to the limbs and deep germination of the tumor, amputation can be performed. In an effort to preserve as much tissue as possible, doctors also offer radiation and local chemotherapy (isolated limb perfusion) as alternatives.

Removal of melanoma at different stages

At stages 0 and I, the main method of treatment is a wide excision.

At stage II, the tumor is also excised, however, a biopsy of the sentinel lymph node is mandatory, and if it is damaged, lymphadenectomy is performed.

At stage III melanoma, a wide excision is performed, removal of the lymph nodes in which malignant cells were found, and drug therapy.

At the IV (last) stage, the removal of the primary tumor takes place whenever possible. For the treatment of metastases, drug therapy and / or radiation are mandatory.

Postoperative care

To accelerate the healing of a postoperative wound, it is necessary to strictly follow the recommendations of a specialist:

  • keep the excision site dry, protecting with a sterile bandage;
  • apply an antibiotic ointment to the bandage as prescribed by the doctor;
  • avoid intense physical activity;
  • if you experience any unpleasant symptoms, consult a doctor.
Side effects and complications of surgery
  • infection;
  • bleeding;
  • cosmetic defect (scarring and scar);
  • lymphedema (when removing lymph nodes).

Lymphedema is swelling and swelling of the extremities caused by stagnation of lymph during surgical removal of lymph nodes.

The symptoms of lymphedema are:

  • swelling of the arm or leg from the side of the removed lymph node;
  • feeling of heaviness in the hands;
  • decreased limb flexibility.

Lymphedema can develop immediately after lymph node dissection, and after a long time. Carefully monitor the condition of the body and inform the doctor about any changes!

$19,000
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4.5
233 reviews