Liver Cancer Treatment
Liver cancer treatment varies based on the stage of cancer, tumor size, location, and patient's overall health. Primary treatment options include surgery (partial hepatectomy or liver transplant), ablation therapies, embolization, radiation therapy, targeted therapy, and immunotherapy. Early-stage liver cancer may be addressed with surgical resection or liver transplantation, while advanced stages might require a combination of systemic therapies and localized treatments.
Partial Hepatectomy or Liver Resection - It involves the removal of the tumor and a portion of healthy liver tissue through procedures like partial hepatectomy.
Liver Transplantation - It is a surgical procedure that replaces a diseased or failing liver with a healthy liver from a donor.
Radiofrequency Ablation of Liver - It uses heat (radiofrequency ablation) to destroy cancer cells directly in the liver.
Transarterial Chemoembolization (TACE) - It delivers chemotherapy directly to the tumor via the hepatic artery and then blocks the blood supply to the tumor.
Transarterial Radioembolization (TARE) - It combines radiation therapy and embolization by injecting radioactive microspheres into the hepatic artery to target the tumor.
Systemic Chemotherapy - It uses drugs administered orally or intravenously to kill cancer cells throughout the body.
Targeted Therapy - It involves drugs that specifically target molecular pathways involved in cancer growth, such as sorafenib or lenvatinib.
Immunotherapy - It enhances the body’s immune system to recognize and attack cancer cells, including checkpoint inhibitors like nivolumab.
Radiation Therapy - It uses high-energy rays to kill cancer cells or shrink tumors, though it is less commonly used for liver cancer due to the liver’s sensitivity.
Diagnosis of liver cancer involves several tests, such as imaging studies (ultrasound, CT scan, MRI), blood tests (including alpha-fetoprotein levels), and liver biopsy. These assessments help determine the presence, size, and spread of the tumor, guiding the formulation of an effective treatment plan.
| Diagnostic Procedure | Cost in USD |
|---|---|
| Blood Tests | 50 to 80 |
| Radiological Assessment | 100 to 200 |
| Endoscopy | 400 to 500 |
| Histopathology Examination | 150 to 250 |
| Full Body PET Scan | 300 to 500 |
| Country | Cost in USD |
|---|---|
| India | 6000 to 25000 |
| Turkey | 12000 to 55000 |
| UAE | 35000 to 110,000 |
| USA | 250,000 to 4,50,000 |
| City | Cost in USD |
|---|---|
| New Delhi / NCR | 6000 to 22000 |
| Mumbai | 8000 to 24500 |
| Bangalore | 9000 to 25000 |
| Chennai | 7000 to 23000 |
| Pricing Inclusions | Option |
|---|---|
| Routine patient investigations before surgery | Included |
| First Consultation | Included |
| Type of treatment advised | 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; type of approach drug used; type of surgery approach; 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.
