Lung cancer is one of the most common cancers to occur in the Indian population. The deteriorating air quality and the widespread prevalance of tobacco smoking has made lung cancer very common in today's age. Since lung is essential for life, lung cancer can severly affect the quality of life. And the treatment for lung cancer can be a life-saving procedure. But it also requires a very high level of skill.
The lung cancer treatment cost in India depends on on several factors, such as:
The city where you choose to have your treatment.
The hospital or clinic that you choose for your lung cancer treatment.
Whether you require a surgery or medical treatment would be enough for you.
The thoracic surgeon who will perform your surgery (if required).
The type of lung cancer
The extent of your disease
The length of hospital stay
All the medicines required for your treatment, etc.
Depending on all these factors, the average cost of lung cancer treatment in India can range anywhere between INR 4,00,000 and 7,00,000.