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Get Free ConsultationFor most solid tumours caught before wide spread, surgery remains the treatment most likely to achieve a cure — which is why so many of the international cases MedTrav coordinates start here, sometimes alongside chemotherapy or radiation.
Breast, gastrointestinal, head & neck, gynaecological, thoracic and urologic solid tumours are the most common referrals — your biopsy and imaging confirm whether surgery is the right first step.
The approach depends on tumour location, size and stage — minimally invasive options are used wherever they're clinically appropriate, not offered as a default upsell.
Pathology from the removed tissue often determines whether chemotherapy or radiation follows — your tumour board confirms this before you leave India, so the plan doesn't change once you're home.
Biopsy, imaging (CT/MRI/PET) and staging reports reviewed by a surgical oncologist before you travel.
A multidisciplinary panel confirms the surgical approach and whether chemotherapy or radiation is also needed.
Bloodwork, anaesthesia clearance and any additional imaging completed shortly after arrival.
Procedure performed by the confirmed surgical team, followed by monitored inpatient recovery.
Removed tissue is pathology-tested; results shape any follow-on treatment plan shared before discharge.
Full surgical and pathology report shared with your referring physician, with tele-consultation follow-up arranged.
Figures below are indicative ranges reported across accredited Indian hospitals, for planning purposes only — not a marketed or final price.
| Procedure | Indicative cost (USD) | Typical hospital stay |
|---|---|---|
| Breast conservation surgery / lumpectomy | $3,500 – $5,500 | 2–3 days |
| Mastectomy with reconstruction | $6,000 – $11,000 | 4–6 days |
| Gastrointestinal tumour resection | $6,500 – $12,000 | 7–10 days |
| Robotic-assisted tumour surgery | $8,000 – $14,000 | 4–7 days |
What this actually covers, and what it doesn't: Cost depends heavily on tumour stage, whether reconstruction or robotic assistance is used, and how many lymph nodes need assessment — MedTrav's written estimate is confirmed only after your biopsy and imaging are reviewed by the operating surgeon.
Based on USD 5,000 and approximate September 2026 exchange rates — these move daily and are shown only as a rough reference. Your written estimate and final invoice are always confirmed in USD; your bank or card network sets the exact conversion at the time you pay.
Surgical oncology is the branch of cancer treatment focused on removing tumours and affected tissue through operation. It's typically the primary treatment for solid, localised tumours that haven't spread widely, and is often combined with chemotherapy or radiation before or after surgery depending on the cancer type and stage.
The most common referrals are for breast, gastrointestinal (stomach, colorectal, liver, pancreatic), head and neck, gynaecological, thoracic (lung) and urologic cancer surgeries, including minimally invasive and robotic-assisted approaches where clinically appropriate.
Yes — MedTrav's partner hospitals run active robotic-assisted and laparoscopic oncology programmes for eligible cases, which can mean smaller incisions, less blood loss and a faster recovery compared to open surgery, though eligibility depends on tumour location and stage.
Your case is reviewed by a tumour board — a multidisciplinary panel typically including a surgical oncologist, medical oncologist and radiation oncologist — before a treatment plan and surgical approach is finalised and shared with you in writing.
Most patients plan for 10–18 days covering pre-operative work-up, surgery, initial recovery and a follow-up consultation before flying is medically cleared — exact timing depends on the specific procedure and any post-surgical therapy planned.
Depends entirely on your cancer type, stage and the pathology findings after surgery. Your tumour board will confirm this as part of your written treatment plan — some patients need surgery alone, others need a combined approach.
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