Gallbladder Cancer Treatment
Gallbladder Cancer Treatment depends on the stage of cancer, tumor location, and overall patient health. Treatment options include surgery (cholecystectomy), chemotherapy, radiation therapy, targeted therapy, and immunotherapy. In early stages, surgery to remove the gallbladder and surrounding tissues is the primary treatment, while advanced cases may require a combination of systemic therapies and palliative care.
Surgery - The primary treatment for early-stage gallbladder cancer, involving removal of the gallbladder (cholecystectomy) or an extended procedure to remove nearby tissues and lymph nodes (radical cholecystectomy).
Chemotherapy - Uses anti-cancer drugs like Gemcitabine, Cisplatin, and 5-FU to kill cancer cells, often used for advanced or inoperable cases.
Radiation Therapy - High-energy X-rays target and destroy cancer cells, often combined with chemotherapy (chemoradiation) to improve effectiveness.
Targeted Therapy - Uses drugs like Trastuzumab to attack specific cancer cell mutations, minimizing damage to healthy cells.
Immunotherapy - Boosts the body’s immune system to fight cancer, with drugs like Pembrolizumab (Keytruda) used in certain advanced cases.
Gallbladder cancer is diagnosed through tests such as ultrasound, CT scan, MRI, PET scan, biopsy, and blood tests (CA 19-9, CEA tumor markers). These tests help detect the tumor, assess its spread, and guide treatment planning.
| Diagnostic Procedure | Cost in USD |
|---|---|
| Blood Tests | 50 to 80 |
| Biopsy / Fine Needle Aspiration Cytology (FNAC) | 200 to 250 |
| Imaging Tests | 350 to 600 |
| Country | Cost in USD |
|---|---|
| India | 4000 to 8500 |
| Turkey | 9000 to 18000 |
| UAE | 18000 to 38000 |
| USA | 85,000 to 180,000 |
| City | Cost in USD |
|---|---|
| New Delhi / NCR | 4000 to 8000 |
| Mumbai | 5000 to 8500 |
| Bangalore | 6500 to 8500 |
| Chennai | 4500 to 8500 |
| Pricing Inclusions | Option |
|---|---|
| Routine patient investigations before surgery | Included |
| First consultation | Included |
| Type of surgery as advised | Included |
| Treatment as advised (Surgery, chemotherapy, radiation therapy etc.) | Included |
| Surgeon fee, OT charges, anesthesia | Included |
| Routine drugs and consumables required during hospitalization | Included |
| Pre-anesthesia check up and clearance | Included |
| Dressing examination and first consultation after discharge | Included |
Artemis Hospitals, Gurgaon
Max Hospital Gurugram
Gleneagles Global HealthCity, Chennai
Max Super Speciality Hospital, Shalimar Bagh, New Delhi
Fortis Memorial Research Institute, Gurgaon
Medanta - The Medicity, Gurugram
Please note that the costs mentioned above are only indicative and not conclusive, as multiple factors influence the final cost of your treatment journey. These factors include:
The choice of location, doctor and hospital; type, size and location of the tumor; stage and grade of cancer; pre-existing medical history; type and duration of treatment advised; need for extended hospital stay; need for any other additional treatment; type of surgery and approach; overall patient status and condition at the time of surgery; hotel stay, meals, and flights; extended hospital stay; post-operative follow-ups and medical management; post-operative dressing and nurse visits; any required blood products; complications management; treatment for any other underlying medical conditions; and any complex investigations.
