| Service | 🇺🇦 Ukraine | 🇨🇿 Czech Republic | 🇹🇷 Turkey |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sectoral resection of the breast | from USD 330 | from USD 2,500 | from USD 3,200 |
| Mastectomy (complete removal of the breast) | from USD 342 | from USD 4,000 | from USD 4,800 |
| Tumour removal with breast reconstruction | from USD 403 | from USD 5,500 | from USD 6,200 |
Prices in the “Ukraine” column come from MediUkraine’s partner clinics. The Czech Republic and Turkey columns show the lower bounds of prices published by clinics there (for Turkey, also the Turkish Dental Association’s recommended 2026 tariff), collected in August 2026 and converted to US dollars at the rate on the day of collection. A dash means we could not find a comparable published price. In any country, the final cost is set by the clinic after an examination.
The aim of the operation is to remove the tumour tissue with clear resection margins. The removed specimen goes straight to the pathologist, who checks the margins and describes the type of tumour, and it is this report that determines the next steps. Breast-conserving surgery is not suitable for every patient: the decision depends on the size of the tumour relative to the volume of the breast, the number of lesions and the pre-operative findings.
The most common types of operation include: lumpectomy (removal of the tumour with a small area of surrounding tissue), segmentectomy (removal of a section of the breast) and mastectomy (complete removal of the breast). Operations are often combined with removal of the sentinel lymph nodes to assess the spread of the cancer, which influences further treatment.
Surgery is usually combined with adjuvant therapy: chemotherapy, radiotherapy or hormone therapy. This comprehensive approach significantly improves recurrence-free survival and quality of life.
MediUkraine arranges treatment with experienced surgical oncologists at the partner clinic in Uzhhorod, shows you prices with no hidden items, organises specialist consultations and supports you at every stage of treatment.
Travel. Ukrainian airspace is closed, so there are no commercial flights. Uzhhorod lies right on the border with Slovakia and close to Hungary, so patients usually arrive overland from one of these two countries, by car, bus or train.
Visas. Citizens of the EU, the United Kingdom and the United States do not need a visa for short stays in Ukraine. Rules depend on your citizenship, so check your own before booking.
Safety, plainly. Ukraine is at war. Air raid alerts occur across the country, including in Uzhhorod, and an appointment can be interrupted by one. Several governments advise against travel to Ukraine, and while that advice stands, ordinary travel and medical insurance is often void — confirm your cover with your insurer before you commit to anything.
Language. MediUkraine handles correspondence, scheduling, the written treatment plan and the quote in English. The clinic's team communicates with international patients in English.
Payment. You pay the clinic directly. Our coordination service is free of charge for you.
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Surgical removal remains the main treatment for malignant breast tumours. There are two main approaches: breast-conserving operations (sectoral resection, lumpectomy) and mastectomy (complete removal of the breast). The choice depends on the size of the tumour, its location, the stage of the disease and your wishes. Breast-conserving operations are possible when a minimum safe distance from the resection margins to the tumour is maintained and are performed on the condition that radiotherapy follows.
Neoadjuvant chemotherapy is used before the operation to shrink the tumour, especially in locally advanced cancer. This approach increases the chances of breast-conserving surgery and shows how sensitive the tumour is to chemotherapy drugs. Adjuvant chemotherapy (after the operation) reduces the risk of recurrence and metastasis; it is prescribed on the basis of the tumour's molecular and biological characteristics.
Treatment often combines several methods: surgery, chemotherapy, hormone therapy and targeted therapy. MediUkraine arranges comprehensive breast cancer treatment for you with specialists at the partner clinic in Uzhhorod.
Recovery after the operation is as much a part of treatment as the operation itself. The length of rehabilitation depends on the extent of the operation, the technique used and your individual characteristics. The active phase of recovery usually takes 4 to 8 weeks, during which it is important to follow the advice of the surgeon and the oncologist.
In the first days after the operation you receive pain relief, and a drain is left in the wound to prevent a seroma from forming. Early mobilisation of the arm starts with simple exercises that prevent shoulder stiffness and reduce swelling. Specialists at the clinic that MediUkraine works with draw up an individual physiotherapy plan, including lymphatic drainage and breathing exercises. If needed, psychological support is provided to help you adjust to changes in your body.
Long-term follow-up includes regular appointments with your oncologist, check-up examinations and, if indicated, adjuvant therapy. You receive the schedule of visits at discharge, and MediUkraine coordinates further consultations with the clinic for many years after treatment.
The operation aims to remove the tumour and the regional lymph nodes radically. Depending on the stage of the cancer and the size of the tumour, two main approaches are offered: breast-conserving surgery (lumpectomy or quadrantectomy) or mastectomy. In the early stages of the disease, the conserving technique preserves the breast without compromising oncological safety.
The pre-operative work-up includes breast MRI, a biopsy for histological confirmation of the diagnosis and determination of the tumour's molecular genetic characteristics. These data are used to plan the extent of the operation and choose an appropriate combined therapy. The biopsy sample is tested for receptor status, which is critical for further systemic therapy.
MediUkraine will arrange treatment with a specialist surgical oncologist at the partner clinic in Uzhhorod and coordinate a multidisciplinary approach to breast cancer treatment, including radiotherapy and systemic therapy.
Removal of malignant breast tumours in Ukraine is becoming more and more accessible thanks to the development of cancer services. The cost of surgery at Ukrainian medical facilities is significantly lower than in Western Europe or North America, by 40–60% depending on the technique and type of operation. At the same time, the quality of services meets international standards, as Ukrainian surgical oncologists train according to international protocols.
Patients who come through MediUkraine receive help planning treatment at the partner clinic in Uzhhorod, taking into account the stage of the disease, the available diagnostics (mammography, ultrasound, MRI) and the experience of the team. This approach saves you from repeating tests already done at home and makes it possible to organise treatment according to an individual programme.
In addition, you save on accommodation and related expenses. Recovery after the operation can be organised on an inpatient or outpatient basis, which also reduces the overall cost.
The safety of treatment in Ukraine is ensured by following international cancer care protocols and national standards of medical practice. Quality control at the stages of diagnosis and surgical treatment is documented.
The partner clinic that works through the MediUkraine platform holds multidisciplinary team meetings before surgery. The pathology report is prepared according to the AJCC and WHO classifications. Intraoperative control of the resection margins reduces the risk of leaving tumour cells behind.
MediUkraine's role as an intermediary is to make sure the clinic's facilities and staff qualifications match the type and stage of the tumour. After the operation, a standard follow-up protocol with cancer screening applies and, if needed, further chemotherapy or radiotherapy is coordinated.
📍 Uzhhorod, Ukraine
A multidisciplinary hospital in Uzhhorod, part of a network of medical facilities in western Ukraine: an outpatient clinic, a surgical centre covering 15 specialties and a 30-bed inpatient unit. Its 52 doctors include professors and PhDs; many operations are done as day surgery, with discharge after 1–2 days.
A malignant breast tumour is an abnormal growth whose cells multiply uncontrollably and can spread to neighbouring tissues or organs (metastasise). Such tumours most often develop from the cells of the milk ducts or lobules. Early detection significantly increases the chances of a full recovery.
The price of the operation depends on the method (sectoral resection, mastectomy, reconstruction), the type of anaesthesia and any additional procedures needed. On average the cost ranges from USD 330, which is significantly lower than at clinics in the EU, with comparable standards of safety and quality.
See a breast specialist or an oncologist about any change in your breasts: a lump, an inverted nipple, discharge, pain or a change in the shape of the breast. The earlier treatment starts, the higher the chances of saving the breast and making a full recovery.
Before the operation you have tests: a mammogram or ultrasound, a biopsy, blood tests and an ECG. The doctor explains the treatment plan, the type of anaesthesia and the possible results. For a few days before the operation you are advised to avoid physical overexertion and alcohol; medicines that affect blood clotting are stopped only as agreed with the doctor who prescribed them.
Yes, in some cases the tumour is removed during pregnancy, but the decision is made individually. Doctors choose a safe time and type of anaesthesia, taking into account the condition of the mother and the baby. The operation is also performed during breastfeeding, with feeding temporarily stopped if necessary.
The main indications are a confirmed malignant tumour, a suspected invasive process, failure of conservative therapy, and preventive removal in people with a genetic predisposition (BRCA1/2 mutations).
The prognosis depends on the stage of the disease at diagnosis, the histological type of the tumour, its molecular characteristics and your individual features. When the cancer is found at an early stage (I–II), five-year survival is 80–95%. Combined treatment (surgery, chemotherapy, radiotherapy and hormone therapy) makes it possible to achieve lasting remission and improve quality of life.
However, doctors use the term “complete cure” with caution: even after successful treatment, long-term follow-up and regular check-ups are needed. Recurrence is possible, but oncology has effective treatment regimens for it. Through MediUkraine you can contact the partner clinic in Uzhhorod, where specialists will carry out full diagnostics, assess the prognosis and draw up an individual treatment plan according to international protocols.
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