We select a clinic and an oncologist for colorectal cancer treatment in Turkey: surgery, chemotherapy or radiation therapy for colon and rectal cancer. First the doctors review your documents, then you compare programs from several clinics.
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Colon and rectal cancer treatment methods in Turkey
Colorectal cancer treatment in Turkey is chosen according to the stage and location of the tumor, its characteristics and the patient’s general health. The plan is drawn up by a team of oncologists, surgeons, gastroenterologists, radiologists and pathologists: surgery is the main method, while chemotherapy, radiation and targeted drugs are given before or after it.
Minimally invasive surgery
laparoscopic and robotic surgery
The surgeon removes the affected part of the bowel and the nearby lymph nodes through small incisions, including with the Da Vinci system. In rectal cancer, doctors try to preserve the sphincter and avoid a permanent stoma whenever possible.
Endoscopic surgery
at early stages
Small colon tumors are removed during colonoscopy. Early rectal cancer is removed through the anus with transanal endoscopic microsurgery (TEM).
Chemotherapy
before or after surgery
The drugs are given in courses to shrink the tumor before surgery or lower the risk of recurrence after it. The number of courses depends on the protocol.
During surgery, a heated chemotherapy solution is delivered into the abdominal cavity. The method helps destroy the remaining tumor cells.
Targeted therapy
at an advanced stage
The drugs recognize tumor cells by special marker proteins and affect healthy tissue less. They are prescribed according to the characteristics of the tumor.
Our doctor-coordinator will review your medical records and find a specialist to assess your treatment options.
A CLINIC FOR YOUR DIAGNOSIS
Best clinics for colorectal cancer treatment in Turkey
Why we suggest these clinics
When selecting clinics, our doctor-coordinators consider the specialists' experience in treating bowel cancer, the clinic's capabilities and our experience supporting patients there. We recommend a specific doctor and clinic after reviewing your medical records.
Why this clinic is considered for bowel cancer treatment
Cancer center for complex cases
One of the most technologically advanced hospitals in Turkey, where colorectal cancer is treated, including cases with multiple metastases. The group runs specialized oncology centers and performs robotic surgery.
About the clinic, certification and services+
Acibadem is the largest medical group in Turkey and receives more than 40,000 patients from different countries every year. The network includes 22 university clinics in 5 countries. The coordinator agrees on the clinic and doctor for your case before you travel.
Certificates and accreditations
ISO 27001 Information Security Management System
Quality Management System Certification for compliance with ISO 9001 in the German accreditation system DAkkS
Joint Commission International
ISO 15189
The World's Best Hospitals 2019
Additional services:
Transfer from / to the airport · Visa assistance · Personal assistant · Internet · Reservation of accommodation and airline tickets · Translator · Accommodation for accompanying person · Single room
Cost and terms depend on the medical case and are specified in the treatment plan.
Why this clinic is considered for bowel cancer treatment
Certified robotic abdominal surgery
The hospital specializes in robotic surgery and, according to the clinic, is the only hospital outside the United States certified in general and abdominal robotic surgery. A check-up here takes 1 day.
About the clinic, certification and services+
Liv Hospital Ulus is one of the leading medical centers in Turkey with more than 65 departments. The hospital introduces new treatment methods and holds JCI accreditation. The coordinator confirms what the department can offer before you travel.
Certificates and accreditations
JCI American Medical Facility Accreditation
Additional services:
Transfer from / to the airport · Visa assistance · Personal assistant · Internet · Reservation of accommodation and airline tickets · Translator · Accommodation for accompanying person · Single room
Cost and terms depend on the medical case and are specified in the treatment plan.
Why this clinic is considered for bowel cancer treatment
Oncology and rectal cancer surgery
Patients name Hisar Hospital one of the good options for rectal cancer treatment in Turkey. An oncologist with 17 years of experience and a well-known surgical oncologist practice here.
About the clinic, certification and services+
Hisar Intercontinental Hospital in Istanbul is a modern multidisciplinary medical center with JCI accreditation. Many of its doctors have trained abroad. International patients are offered transfers, interpreters and comfortable accommodation.
Additional services:
Transfer from / to the airport · Visa assistance · Personal assistant · Internet · Reservation of accommodation and airline tickets · Translator · Accommodation for accompanying person · Single room
Cost and terms depend on the medical case and are specified in the treatment plan.
Why this clinic is considered for bowel cancer treatment
Surgery with intraoperative MRI
Rectal cancer surgery here is performed using intraoperative MRI and robotic systems. Radiation therapy is delivered on a Varian Trilogy linear accelerator with RapidArc.
About the clinic, certification and services+
Medipol in Istanbul is one of the largest private medical centers in Turkey, a multidisciplinary university hospital with high-tech equipment and JCI accreditation.
Certificates and accreditations
JCI American accreditation
Additional services:
Transfer from / to the airport · Visa assistance · Personal assistant · Internet · Reservation of accommodation and airline tickets · Translator · Accommodation for accompanying person · Single room
Cost and terms depend on the medical case and are specified in the treatment plan.
1989 year of foundation600 beds10500 surgery per year
Florence Nightingale Hospital is one of Turkey’s leading medical networks, renowned for its advanced technology and international standards of care. The institution includes several modern hospitals and specialized centers across Istanbul. It is JCI-accredited and collaborates with major universities. The clinic treats patients from all over the world in cardiothoracic surgery, oncology, orthopedics, transplantation, and plastic surgery.
How much does bowel cancer treatment in Turkey cost?
The cost of surgery for bowel cancer depends on the scope of diagnostics, the stage, the type of surgery and the length of the hospital stay, and targeted therapy and immunotherapy usually cost more than chemotherapy. Under the clinic's program, the stay in Turkey for surgery takes about 6 days, and 11-30 days for radiation therapy. The clinic gives the exact price after reviewing your documents.
Approximate treatment costs
Treatment / service
Cost
What affects the cost
Surgery for colon cancer
$18,000-27,000
Type of surgery, stage and length of hospital stay
Chemotherapy, Memorial Antalya Clinic package
€1,500-5,000 per session
Regimen, drugs and number of sessions
Treatment package with surgery, Memorial Antalya Clinic
€20,000-30,000
20 days: examinations, surgery, 5 days in hospital, 15 days in a hotel, transfer and interpreter What's included
Prices are approximate. The final cost depends on your personalized treatment plan and the services included.
Doctor selection and support are free of charge for you.
No markups. You pay for treatment directly at the clinic.
How the price is formed and what the budget includes
What affects the cost
The treatment method and extent, the chosen clinic, the length of hospital stay and the need for additional tests.
Which medical expenses to check
Tests, doctors’ fees, inpatient stay, medication and follow-up consultations. What is included depends on the program.
Which travel expenses to plan for
Flights, accommodation outside the clinic, transfers, an interpreter and a companion’s stay. The doctor-coordinator will clarify what is included in the offer and what is paid separately.
Our medical board selects a doctor experienced in treating your specific diagnosis. We rely on the results of their previous patients, the clinic's capabilities and your budget.
20+years of experience
Colorectal surgery
Emre Balik
Surgeon, oncologist
Head of the Department of General Surgery at Koc University, specializing in rectal cancer. Passed the European qualifying exam in coloproctology and practiced in the colorectal surgery department at Columbia University.
Experience and achievements+
Head of the Department of General Surgery at Koç University. Member of the Committee for the Assistant Training Program at Koç University.
Specialization:
rectal cancer;
anal fistula;
hiatal hernia;
breast tumor;
hernia of the anterior abdominal wall;
polycystic disease of both kidneys.
Education:
1997-2002 – Istanbul University, Faculty of Medicine, specialty general surgery.
2010 – Associate Professor.
2013 – qualifying exam in European coloproctology.
Professional career:
2004-2005 – practiced in the department of colorectal surgery at Columbia University.
2002-2014 – worked at the Department of General Surgery at Istanbul University.
since 2014 – working at the American Hospital and Koç University Hospital in the department of general surgery.
Membership:
Society of Surgeons of Turkey;
Society of Colon and Rectal Surgery of Turkey;
Turkish Society of Gastroenterology and Endoscopic Surgery.
30+years of experience
Oncologic laparoscopic surgery
Hakan Teoman Yanar
Surgeon
Surgeon specializing in oncologic laparoscopic surgery and diseases of the anorectal area. Member of the Turkish Colon and Rectum Surgery Association and author of 118 international articles.
Experience and achievements+
Specialization:
gastrointestinal diseases;
oncologic laparoscopic surgery;
anorectal area diseases.
Author 118 international article
Education and Practice:
Istanbul University Medical Faculty 1988;
University of Colorado Health Science Center – Intern Surgeon;
Istanbul University Medical Faculty – General Surgery Master of Science 1996;
University of Southern California Medical Center, Department of General Surgery, Los Angeles, USA – February 2006 – February 2007.
Membership:
Turkish Surgical Society;
National Endoscopic Laparoscopic Surgery Association;
Turkish Colon and Rectum Surgery Association;
National Trauma and Emergency Surgery Association;
Hepato-Pancreato-Bilier Surgery Association;
Istanbul Surgery Association;
Society of Phlebology;
ESTES (European Society of Trauma and Emergency Surgery);
International Society of Surgery (ISS);
Journal of Endoscopic Laparoscopic & Minimally Invasive Surgery Editorial Board / National Scientific Committee;
UTACD Assistant Editor.
30+years of experience
Florence Nightingale · oncology
Sezer Saglam
Oncologist
Professor and oncologist specializing in gastrointestinal cancer. Member of the American Society of Clinical Oncology (ASCO) and the European Neuroendocrine Tumor Society.
Experience and achievements+
Professor. Accepts patients at the Florence Nightingale Hospital.
Specialization:
gastrointestinal cancer;
stomach cancer;
Ewing’s sarcoma;
internal illnesses.
Education:
2005 – Institute of Oncology, Istanbul University, specialization in medical oncology;
1996 – Cerrahpasa Faculty of Medicine, specialization in internal medicine;
1991 – Aegean University, medical education.
Membership:
Association of Medical Oncology;
European Neuroendocrine Tumor Society (ENETS);
American Society of Clinical Oncology (ASCO).
17+years of experience
Hisar · oncology
Mustafa Solak
Oncologist
Doctor of Medical Sciences, oncologist treating gastrointestinal cancer. Worked at the MD Anderson Cancer Center of the University of Texas.
Experience and achievements+
Doctor of Medical Sciences.
Specialization:
mammary cancer;
testicular cancer;
ovarian cancer;
lungs’ cancer;
head and neck cancer;
gastrointestinal cancer.
Education:
graduated from the Faculty of Medicine of Hacettepe University;
residency at Istanbul Sisli Etfal Teaching and Research Hospital;
internship at the Cancer Institute of Hacettepe University.
Professional experience:
Oncological Center named after Dr. Anderson University of Texas;
Hitit University Corum Teaching Hospital;
Medical Park Hospital;
Khizar Clinic.
Colon Cancer Treatment in Turkey: we will prepare your records for doctors abroad
We translate your medical documents free of charge and prepare a medical file so that specialists abroad can assess your situation and suggest a treatment plan.
A doctor-coordinator reviews your situation
They will review your medical records, clarify your preferences and help you choose the right specialist.
The doctor you choose reviews your case
The coordinator arranges for your records to be reviewed by a specialist experienced in treating bowel cancer.
You receive a plan and cost
Before you travel, you can review the clinic's offer, the services included and the planned length of stay.
The doctor-coordinator will tell you where to start and which documents are needed in your case.
Since 2016 we have helped more than 12,000 patientsget quality treatment
Surgery to remove colon cancer: sample day-by-day program
Hospitalization
1 day
Duration of stay in Turkey
6 days
1 dayMeeting at the airport, examination, consultation
2 daySurgery, hospitalization
3 dayDischarge from the hospital and accommodation in a hotel
5 dayControl consultation
6 dayTransfer to the airport
Radiation therapy for colon cancer: sample day-by-day program
Hospitalization
Outpatient
Duration of stay in Turkey
11-30 days
1 dayMeeting at the airport, examination, consultation
Days 2-10/29Irradiation, daily (except weekends)
11-30 dayTransfer to the airport
How we organize your treatment in Turkey
01We review your situation
The doctor-coordinator reviews your medical records and clarifies your preferences, budget and travel dates.
02We select a doctor and clinic
We recommend a specialist experienced in similar cases, taking into account the clinic's capabilities and our experience supporting patients there.
03We agree on the plan and cost
We arrange for a specialist doctor to review your case and help you understand the proposed plan, the services included and the cost.
04We organize your trip
We agree on appointment dates and help with tickets, visa, transfers and accommodation.
05We support you during treatment
Your doctor-coordinator stays in touch and helps with practical matters and communication with the clinic.
06We stay with you after you return
We help you get the necessary documents, arrange follow-up consultations and stay in touch with your doctor.
Additional services
Free
Visa assistance
Airport transfers
Personal doctor-coordinator
Accommodation and flight booking
Interpreter
Accommodation for a companion
Private room
How we help after you return home
We help you get the discharge summary and the clinic’s recommendations for further treatment and monitoring.
If needed, we help arrange translation of your medical records.
We arrange follow-up consultations with the clinic’s doctors, including online. We confirm the format and cost of the consultation in advance.
We help you get answers from your doctor to questions about the recommendations you received.
Patient reviews of bowel cancer treatment
Zeynep Güllü
24/07/2025 Diagnosis: Colon Cancer
★★★★☆4/5
Special thanks to nurses Simge, Gülnaz, Esra, and Zeynep for their care, attention, and sincere attitude.
Erdem
06/12/2023 Diagnosis: oncology
★★★★★5/5
The American Hospital is an excellent hospital.
My mother had an operation on her intestines here, a part of it was removed because of a cancerous tumor. Everyone, from the doctor to the nurse and even the cleaner, is very understanding, very polite and very helpful. I think it’s more…
Tanya
Diagnosis: bowel cancer
★★★★☆4/5
Chemotherapy helped with bowel cancer.
Completed 6 courses. I felt bad, yes, but the cancer was defeated. The decision to undergo treatment in Turkey was made immediately, since you cannot rely on domestic doctors, they only want money. I was very impressed by the level of…
Oleksandr Gogol
Diagnosis: rectal cancer
★★★★★5/5
Emre Balik performed surgery on me for rectal cancer 1.5 months ago.
Many doctors said that in my case, the disease was not curable, but Emre Balik helped me regain faith in the best. Thank you very much for your support and understanding.
Vako Pirveli
Diagnosis: oncology
★★★★★5/5
I am grateful to the Neolife clinic and its doctors!
My mother was diagnosed with cancer in the intestines. She had an emergency surgery in Georgia and decided to undergo treatment in Turkey at the Neo Life Clinic. The level of treatment and examination is much higher than in Georgia…
Aras Emre Canda
Diagnosis: Colon cancer G3 T4
★★★★★5/5
Doctor Mustafa Solak gave me my life back.
Colon cancer G3 T4. Now I am safe and on the way to a fulfilling life. Thank you doctor. THANK YOU!
Kaan ÖNAL
Diagnosis: colon cancer
★★★★★5/5
I had a very successful colon surgery for oncology, you can go to American Hospital with confidence and peace of mind.
Vladimir
Diagnosis: Rectal cancer
★★★★★5/5
Rectal cancer was diagnosed; at home they said the prognosis was good, but only surgery and long-term treatment.
As a result, I underwent treatment in Anadolu (4 courses of chemoradiotherapy), no surgery was required, and his lifestyle did not change. Almost two years without relapse, everything is fine.
Reviews describe personal experiences and do not guarantee the same treatment results.
Diagnosis before colon and rectal cancer treatment
Bowel cancer (colorectal cancer) is a malignant tumor of the colon or rectum. It often develops from polyps, which is why colonoscopy matters. Warning signs include blood in the stool, changes in bowel habits, abdominal pain and weight loss.
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When to ask for a review
Send your documents for a review if a tumor was found during colonoscopy, the diagnosis is confirmed by biopsy, or surgery with a stoma has been suggested and you want a second opinion.
A review is also useful before chemotherapy and if the disease has come back or spread, for example to the liver.
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Which tests may be needed
The diagnosis is based on colonoscopy with biopsy. CT or MRI shows the size and spread of the tumor, PET-CT is added if needed, along with blood tests for tumor markers and a stool test for hidden blood.
According to the clinics, the diagnosis is clarified and a treatment plan is drawn up within 1-2 days after admission. Package diagnostics usually include consultations with an oncologist and a surgeon, histopathology revision, PET-CT, MRI and blood tests.
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What can be assessed before the trip
Based on the colonoscopy report, biopsy results and scans, the clinic’s oncologist can give a preliminary view of treatment options and an estimated cost. The final plan is confirmed after an examination and, if needed, a review of the biopsy slides.
We will help you choose a clinic for your caseOur doctor-coordinator will review your medical records, explain the differences between clinics and help you choose the right specialist.
TREATMENT IN DETAIL
About colon cancer treatment in Turkey
Bowel cancer treatment in Turkey: main advantages
Colorectal cancer treatment in Turkey is performed by experienced oncologists according to international standards using gentle techniques. Colorectal cancer is the common name for malignant tumors of the colon and rectum, which WHO has included in the list of the most common and aggressive cancers. Its peculiarity is the propensity to metastasize to the abdominal cavity.
Among the main causes of pathology, doctors call heredity in the anamnesis, improper diet, the presence of polyps in the intestine, alcohol abuse and smoking.
According to the American Cancer Society, with timely detection and proper treatment, patients have a good prognosis – over 90% overcome the threshold of 5-year survival rate. Therefore, at the slightest suspicion or complaints of cracking, pain, it is important to immediately seek medical help from specialists.
Turkish hospitals are equipped with the latest generation of medical equipment. Patients have access to a wide range of advanced technologies, thanks to which in many cases it is possible to achieve cure or persistent remission. At the same time, the cost of colon cancer treatment in Turkey is lower than in Western Europe or Israel.
Bowel cancer diagnosis in Turkey
After admission to the hospital, the patient is diagnosed within 1-2 days and an individual therapy regimen is developed. This is one of the reasons why people choose colon cancer treatment in Turkey. The main methods of examination include:
Ultrasound of abdominal organs.
Colonoscopy – endoscopic examination of the rectum, if necessary, combined with biopsy, removal of polyps.
CT or MRI – allow a thorough examination, assess the size, localization and prevalence of the tumor. Many hospitals are equipped with high-resolution systems Flash CT, Force CT. These allow for a 20-second examination with minimal radiation dose.
Laboratory tests: they check blood for oncomarkers and feces for hidden blood.
Hospitals provide comprehensive diagnostics as part of a package deal. It includes:
Oncologist and surgeon consultation;
histopathology revision;
PET-CT;
MRI of one section;
blood tests;
3 days of hotel accommodation.
Check-ups designed for different age groups are popular with international patients. The examination at Liv Clinic takes 1 day and is in demand among people on vacation in Istanbul.
Surgical treatment of colon cancer in Turkey
The main one is surgical intervention. Minimally traumatic procedures are prioritized, which in most cases allow for rectal cancer treatment in Turkey without sphincter removal.
Turkish surgeons use the latest generation Da Vinci robotic surgical units. The robotic arm rotates 360° and can reach the most remote areas. This allows the doctor to target the neoplasm without traumatizing the tissue and minimize the risk of recurrence.
An innovative robotic assistant, the AESOP Robotic Arm from Computer Motion, has been installed at Istanbul’s Şişli Memorial Hospital. It provides for controlling the laparoscope with voice commands, so that both hands of the doctor are free for manipulation.
Therapeutic treatment for bowel cancer in Turkey
A complex therapy scheme is developed by a multidisciplinary group of doctors, including oncologists, gastroenterologists, surgeons, radiologists, radiologists, radiologists, pathologists. This approach allows you to choose the optimal methods of bowel cancer treatment in Turkey:
Chemotherapy. They use modern American protocols based on the use of effective drugs with minimal side effects.
Regional intra-abdominal chemotherapy (HIPEC). Conducted when a patient is found to have metastases in the abdominal cavity. The procedure involves the introduction of a heated solution of chemopreparations into the nidus. This allows you to get rid of the remaining malignant cells and significantly increase the chances of recovery in the treatment of cancer of the large, rectal intestine in Turkey.
Targeted therapy. The basis of innovative drugs – special marker proteins that recognize malignant cells and destroy them, while healthy tissues are not affected.
Radiation therapy. They use linear gas pedals TrueBeam STx, CyberKnife M6, which direct rays to the tumor with an accuracy of 0.5 mm. This reduces the duration of the session and increases the accuracy of irradiation. When surgery is not possible during the treatment of colorectal cancer in Turkey, tumor removal is performed with a precise dose of radiation on the CyberKnife unit.
According to the summary data of Turkish hospitals, after the treatment of rectal and colorectal cancer in Turkey at the initial stages, the 5-year survival rate of patients reaches 90-95%.
Colorectal cancer treatment in Turkey
The main method of treatment is surgery. Doctors do everything possible to remove the neoplasm and avoid stoma discharge. The choice of treatment method for colon cancer in Turkey depends on the stage of the disease:
At the initial stages, endoscopic polypectomy is performed to remove the tumor through the anus during colonoscopy.
In stages 2-3, a partial colectomy is indicated. This is a laparoscopic procedure that involves resection of the bowel through small punctures.
Treatment of colorectal cancer in Turkey involves reconstructive surgery to close the stoma with the formation of anastamosis (connecting the ends of the intestine) if stoma removal cannot be avoided.
Rectal cancer treatment in Turkey
The peculiarity of colorectal cancer is late detection due to unexpressed symptoms at the initial stages. With timely diagnosis and treatment of colorectal cancer in Turkey, patients have a good prognosis for complete cure.
Turkish surgeons of the American Hospital in Istanbul, headed by Fatih Aslan, perform rectal cancer treatment according to modern methods, which does not involve removal of the anus.
The main types of interventions in the treatment of rectal cancer in Turkey:
Transanal endoscopic microsurgery (TEM). In this rectal procedure, the doctor removes the malignant tumor through the anus using an endoscope. The surgery is indicated in the treatment of rectal cancer in Turkey in the early stages of the disease.
Laparoscopic intra-abdominal resection of the rectum. Removal of the affected part is done through several small abdominal incisions.
Open intra-abdominal resection of the rectum. The operation involves an extensive incision, it is performed in case of an overgrown tumor. The doctor removes the affected parts of the rectum and nearby organs. If it is not possible to put an anastomosis, a colostomy is formed.
One of the best options for rectal cancer treatment in Turkey, patients call Hizar Clinic in Istanbul, where Mustafa Solak, an oncologist with 17 years of experience, and Kivanc Derja Peker, a famous oncosurgeon, are practicing. Rectal cancer treatment in Turkey allows to achieve a complete cure at early diagnosis, at later stages – to improve the quality of life of the patient.
Bowel cancer treatment in Turkey: price
The cost of colon cancer treatment in Turkey is formed on the basis of different parameters:
the volume of diagnostic tests;
the stage of the disease;
selected therapy methods (targeting and immunotherapy are more expensive than chemotherapy);
type of surgery;
duration of hospitalization.
The approximate cost of surgical treatment of colon cancer in Turkey ranges from $18000-27000. Hospitals offer all-inclusive packages that allow you to get a range of services at affordable prices.
Best clinics for bowel cancer treatment in Turkey
Leading hospitals in Turkey are showing high results in the treatment of all types of colon cancer:
Anadolu Clinic in Istanbul. One of the 30 clinics in the world that is certified by the Organization of European Cancer Institutes (OECI). Modern methods of treatment for colon and small bowel cancer in Turkey and second medical opinion are available thanks to the cooperation of doctors with Johns Hopkins Hospital. For example, nanotherapy – the use of tiny particles to target tumor destruction. The technology involves pinpointing dosed microparticles into tumor-affected foci.
Medipol University Hospital in Istanbul. Surgical treatment of rectal cancer in Turkey is performed using intraoperative MRI, robotic systems. Radiation therapy is performed using Varian Trilogy Linear unit with RapıdArc function, which irradiates the neoplasm in 10-15 minutes.
Bahçelievler Memorial Hospital in Istanbul. Specializes in the treatment of colorectal cancer in Turkey with the methods of minimally traumatic surgery, targeted and immune therapy. Prof. Erhun Eyuboglu, the leading specialist in the treatment of colon cancer in Turkey, operates here. He was trained at Johns Hopkins University and has performed hundreds of successful interventions.
Ajibadem Clinic in Istanbul. One of the most technologically advanced hospitals, which successfully treats colorectal cancer in Turkey with multiple metastases. The hospital is practiced by Professor Osman Gekhan Demir, a leading oncologist and chemotherapist.
Medicana Hospital in Istanbul. Diagnosis takes 1-2 days. Robotic removal of intestinal tumors is performed by Professor Fatih Agalar. He is a member of the European Community of Oncoloproctologists, Turkish Association of Colon and Small Intestine Diseases.
Additional information about bowel cancer treatment in Turkey will be provided by Experts Medical specialists during a free consultation. The company’s website contains patient reviews about leading specialists and peculiarities of colon, rectal and small intestine cancer treatment in Turkey.
How to organize a trip for bowel cancer treatment in Turkey
Experts Medical international company cooperates with the best Turkish medical centers and helps patients from different countries to get quality medical care from leading doctors. To organize a trip for colon cancer treatment in Turkey, just contact the coordinating doctors by leaving an application on the website. Experts Medical:
will select a doctor and a clinic;
help to prepare medical documents;
organize a preliminary consultation with a doctor;
book tickets and hotel rooms, organize transfer.
Experts Medical’s personal supervisor will be in constant contact with the patient during his stay for colon cancer treatment in Turkey.
Which method or combination of methods is right for you is decided by a medical board after reviewing your records.
Get a personal plan for colorectal cancer treatment in Turkey and a price after a review by an oncologist
Questions about colorectal cancer care in Turkey
About choosing a doctor, costs and preparing for treatment.
How much does treatment cost, and can I find out the price before I travel?
Yes. To plan colorectal cancer treatment in Turkey, send your colonoscopy report, biopsy results and scans. Our doctor-coordinator will help you choose an oncologist, and the clinic will prepare a preliminary program and cost estimate. The final plan is confirmed after an examination.
We request programs from several clinics so you can compare prices and what is included. Experts Medical services are free for patients, and you pay the clinic directly.
Will I definitely need a stoma?
Not always. Rectal cancer treatment in Turkey is planned without removing the sphincter whenever possible, and whether a stoma is needed and whether it will be temporary depends on the location of the tumor and the scope of surgery. For example, surgeons at the American Hospital in Istanbul perform rectal surgery without removing the anus.
If a stoma has been created, it can often be closed later with reconstructive surgery.
Can the surgery be minimally invasive?
In many cases the operation is done laparoscopically or with robotic assistance, through small incisions. The surgeon decides whether this is possible based on the stage and location of the tumor after reviewing your scans and colonoscopy results.
How does colon cancer treatment in Turkey work?
At an early stage the tumor may be removed during colonoscopy, while at stages 2-3 a partial colectomy is performed, usually laparoscopically. When indicated, surgery is combined with chemotherapy. Minimally invasive surgery, targeted therapy and immunotherapy for this diagnosis are offered, for example, at Bahcelievler Memorial Hospital.
How much does chemotherapy for colon cancer cost?
The price depends on the regimen, the drugs and the number of sessions. Under the Memorial Antalya Clinic package, one session costs €1,500-5,000. The regimen is chosen by an oncologist treating cancers of the internal organs, and the clinic gives an exact quote after reviewing your documents.
How long is the trip for treatment?
Under the clinic’s program, the stay in Turkey for surgery takes about 6 days. A course of radiation therapy lasts 11-30 days, and chemotherapy may require several courses, between which you can often return home.
Is metastatic cancer treatment in Turkey possible?
Yes. For metastases, for example in the liver or abdominal cavity, oncologists consider chemotherapy, targeted drugs, immunotherapy, HIPEC and surgery on the affected organs. An oncologist experienced in immunotherapy and high-dose chemotherapy can help with the choice. The doctor discusses the goal of treatment and the outlook after reviewing your documents.
Can I get a second opinion before starting treatment?
Yes. Doctors at Turkish clinics review documents remotely. At Anadolu Medical Center, certified by the Organisation of European Cancer Institutes (OECI), a second opinion is available thanks to cooperation with Johns Hopkins Hospital.
Which documents do I need to have my case reviewed?
Prepare your colonoscopy report, biopsy results, a CT or MRI of the abdomen and pelvis, blood tests with the CEA tumor marker and records of previous treatment. If some documents are missing, the coordinator will tell you which tests are needed and help with translation.
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