| Service | 🇺🇦 Ukraine | 🇨🇿 Czech Republic | 🇹🇷 Turkey |
|---|---|---|---|
| Removal of lung metastases | from USD 978 | from USD 9,000 | from USD 11,000 |
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.
Lung metastases develop when cancer cells reach the lung tissue through the blood or lymph from the primary tumour in the breast, colon, kidney or another organ. Oncologists see surgical or minimally invasive removal of these lesions as a way to extend remission and improve the survival outlook if the original tumour can be controlled.
The number, size and location of the lesions are clarified with computed tomography, positron emission tomography and bronchoscopy. Based on these data, surgeons plan the extent of lung resection, aiming to preserve as much healthy lung tissue as possible.
The methods include thoracotomy (open surgery through an incision in the chest wall), thoracoscopic resection and radiosurgery. The thoracoscopic approach shortens rehabilitation and reduces post-operative pain. All operations are performed under general anaesthesia in line with strict oncological standards.
MediUkraine arranges treatment at the partner clinic in Uzhhorod, where care is provided by a multidisciplinary team. We support you throughout, from the first consultation to post-operative follow-up.
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.
More on travel, safety and insurance: Safety and travel.
The method is chosen according to the number, size and location of the lesions. Surgical resection remains the standard when the number of metastases is limited (up to 3–5 lesions). The operation is performed by an open approach (thoracotomy) or by minimally invasive video-assisted thoracoscopic surgery (VATS), which shortens rehabilitation and causes less tissue trauma.
Patients who cannot tolerate surgery are offered stereotactic radiotherapy. This technology delivers high doses of radiation directly to the metastases with minimal effect on the healthy lung tissue. It is used for metastases up to 5 cm in size and 1 to 5 lesions, and local control reaches 90–95%.
For multiple metastases or widespread disease, systemic chemotherapy or targeted therapy is prescribed; the choice depends on the primary tumour and its molecular profile. MediUkraine helps you discuss the treatment plan with doctors at the partner clinic in Uzhhorod and coordinates your medical care.
Recovery after lung resection determines your future quality of life and breathing function. The first days are spent controlling pain, preventing lung complications and gradually restoring breathing function. Breathing exercises and physiotherapy start in hospital to prevent congestion and pneumonia.
During outpatient rehabilitation (weeks 2–8 after surgery), you do therapeutic exercise sessions: they increase breathing capacity and restore exercise tolerance. Chest massage, inhalations and drainage techniques help clear secretions from the airways.
MediUkraine advises on and arranges rehabilitation at the partner clinic in Uzhhorod. We oversee the whole recovery process, from an individual rehabilitation plan to following the recommendations of the pulmonologist and oncologist. Your next step after discharge is a follow-up appointment with the oncologist at the time the doctor sets before you are discharged.
Resection of lung metastases is an operation to remove secondary tumours that have spread to the lungs from the primary cancer. It is performed when the primary tumour is under control and the number and location of the lesions allow them to be removed completely. The aim is to extend recurrence-free survival as much as possible.
There are two types of approach: open thoracotomy or video-assisted thoracoscopic surgery (VATS). The choice depends on the size and depth of the metastases and the number of lesions. During the operation the affected areas of lung tissue are removed while preserving as much healthy lung tissue as possible. The surgeon controls bleeding and examines both lungs during surgery to detect any additional lesions.
MediUkraine arranges treatment of metastatic lung disease with surgical oncologists at the partner clinic in Uzhhorod.
Removal of lung metastases is a complex operation that costs EUR 25,000 to 50,000 at clinics in Europe and the USA. In Ukraine and neighbouring countries the same procedure, performed by specialists with comparable qualifications, costs 6–10 times less. The price reflects the work of the surgeon, the anaesthetist and the theatre nurse, not a premium for the clinic's prestige or address.
MediUkraine works with the partner clinic in Uzhhorod and gives you detailed information about the cost and stages of treatment.
Saving money does not mean saving on quality. Patients who come through MediUkraine have access to minimally invasive approaches that shorten recovery. The full cycle of diagnosis and surgical treatment remains 70–80% cheaper than at Western clinics.
The safety of treatment for lung metastases rests on international cancer care protocols. The partner clinic holds a licence from the Ministry of Health of Ukraine. Before any procedure you have a comprehensive work-up, including a chest CT, PET-CT and blood tests, to assess your general condition and predict the outcome.
Operations are performed by surgical oncologists experienced in treating lung metastases, who follow international standards for lung tissue resection.
Post-operative monitoring is carried out by a multidisciplinary team: an oncologist, a thoracic surgeon, an anaesthetist and a pulmonologist. MediUkraine coordinates diagnostics, surgery and rehabilitation.
📍 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.
It is a surgical or minimally invasive procedure that removes secondary tumours that have developed because cancer cells spread from other organs. The aim is to halt the progression of the disease and prolong the patient's life while preserving as much lung function as possible.
The price depends on the number and location of the metastases, the method (video-assisted thoracoscopic resection, laser ablation, lobectomy), the complexity of the operation and the length of the hospital stay. On average it costs from USD 978, noticeably less than at European clinics.
The reasons include difficulty breathing, chest pain, coughing up blood, or CT findings that suggest secondary lesions. Early diagnosis increases the chances of removing the metastases completely and keeping the disease under control.
Before the operation you have a detailed work-up: CT, PET-CT, bronchoscopy, blood tests and an assessment of breathing function. The doctor may advise you to stop smoking and to get your blood pressure, blood sugar and heart function under control to reduce the risks of surgery.
Yes, but only after a thorough examination and provided your condition is stable. In complex cases surgery is postponed or alternative methods are used, such as local ablation or targeted therapy.
A limited number of lesions in the lungs, a controlled primary tumour, a satisfactory general condition and no widespread disease in other organs. Surgery is also considered for recurrence after previous treatment.
The prognosis depends on several factors: the location of the primary tumour, the number and size of the metastases, your general condition and how promptly the disease was diagnosed. When there are few lesions and they respond well to surgical removal or systemic therapy, long-term remission and sometimes complete recovery can be achieved. However, lung metastases are usually classed as advanced cancer that requires comprehensive treatment.
Treatment is based on a multidisciplinary approach: combining surgical removal of metastases with chemotherapy, radiotherapy and targeted treatment. Newer cancer drugs have noticeably improved outcomes. The MediUkraine team will help coordinate diagnosis and treatment at the partner clinic in Uzhhorod.
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