Cancer Surgery at Karolinska University Hospital

Cancer Surgery provides specialized surgical treatment for selected cancers, with the goal of removing cancerous tissue, controlling localized disease and supporting comprehensive cancer care. Treatment may include tumor removal, lymph-node surgery, minimally invasive procedures, complex cancer operations and postoperative oncology care, depending on the cancer type and stage.

Price

Price on Request

Why Price on Request?

The cost of cancer surgery varies according to the type and location of cancer, tumor size and stage, surgical complexity, anesthesia, hospitalization, pathology, reconstruction and follow-up requirements. A personalized cost estimate can be provided after specialist assessment.

Complete Description

What Is Cancer Surgery?

Cancer Surgery is a treatment approach in which surgeons remove cancerous tissue or tumors when surgery is clinically appropriate.

Surgery may be performed to:

• Remove a primary tumor

• Remove affected tissue

• Assess or remove lymph nodes

• Obtain tissue for diagnosis

• Control localized cancer

• Treat selected recurrent cancers

• Support other cancer treatments

Who May Need Cancer Surgery?

Cancer surgery may be considered for patients with:

• Localized cancer

• Resectable tumors

• Certain locally advanced cancers

• Selected recurrent cancers

• Tumors requiring biopsy

• Certain metastatic tumors

• Cancer requiring surgical diagnosis or treatment

Preoperative Cancer Evaluation

Before surgery, specialists may review:

• Cancer type

• Tumor size

• Cancer stage

• Pathology

• Imaging

• Previous treatments

• Medical history

• Current medications

• Overall health

This assessment helps determine the most appropriate surgical approach.

Cancer Imaging Before Surgery

Imaging may be used to evaluate the tumor and surrounding structures.

Depending on the cancer, investigations may include:

• CT scan

• MRI

• PET imaging

• Ultrasound

• X-rays

• Other specialized imaging

Tumor Removal Surgery

The primary objective of many cancer operations is to remove the tumor while preserving healthy tissue whenever safely possible.

The surgical approach depends on:

• Cancer type

• Tumor location

• Tumor size

• Cancer stage

• Involvement of surrounding structures

Lymph Node Surgery

For selected cancers, lymph nodes may be examined or removed.

This can help specialists:

• Determine whether cancer has spread

• Establish cancer stage

• Guide additional treatment planning

Minimally Invasive Cancer Surgery

Selected cancer procedures may be performed using minimally invasive techniques.

Potential benefits may include:

• Smaller incisions

• Reduced tissue disruption

• Potentially shorter recovery

• Reduced postoperative discomfort in appropriate patients

Suitability depends on the cancer and surgical requirements.

Complex Cancer Surgery

Some cancers require complex surgery because tumors may involve nearby organs, blood vessels or other important structures.

Complex procedures may require multidisciplinary planning and specialist surgical expertise.

Cancer Surgery and Reconstruction

Certain cancer operations may require reconstructive procedures following removal of affected tissue.

Reconstruction may be considered according to:

• Cancer location

• Extent of surgery

• Functional requirements

• Individual patient needs

Multidisciplinary Cancer Surgery

Complex cancer cases may involve collaboration between:

• Surgical oncologists

• Medical oncologists

• Radiation oncologists

• Pathologists

• Radiologists

• Specialist surgeons

• Anesthesiologists

• Rehabilitation professionals

Pathology After Cancer Surgery

Removed tissue may be examined by pathology specialists.

Pathology may provide information about:

• Cancer type

• Tumor grade

• Surgical margins

• Lymph-node involvement

• Other relevant tumor characteristics

These findings can help determine further treatment.

Additional Cancer Treatment After Surgery

Depending on the diagnosis, additional treatment may include:

• Chemotherapy

• Radiation therapy

• Immunotherapy

• Targeted therapy

• Hormone therapy

The need for additional treatment depends on the cancer and pathology findings.

Postoperative Cancer Care

After surgery, patients may require:

• Pain management

• Wound care

• Infection monitoring

• Nutritional support

• Mobility support

• Pathology review

• Oncology follow-up

Cancer Surgery Follow-Up

Follow-up may include:

• Physical examinations

• Imaging

• Laboratory testing

• Cancer surveillance

• Monitoring for recurrence

• Additional oncology treatment when required

Cancer Surgery Second Opinion

Patients may seek a cancer surgery second opinion regarding:

• Whether surgery is appropriate

• Surgical approach

• Tumor removal

• Lymph-node surgery

• Surgical risks

• Previous surgical recommendations

• Alternative treatment options

Relevant imaging, pathology and medical records can be reviewed by specialists.

International Patient Cancer Surgery

International patients seeking cancer surgery in Sweden should provide relevant medical documentation whenever available.

Useful records may include:

• Biopsy and pathology reports

• CT or MRI scans

• PET scans

• Oncology reports

• Previous surgical reports

• Laboratory results

• Previous treatment records

• Medication list

Complete documentation can help specialists evaluate the cancer and determine an appropriate surgical pathway.

Benefits of Specialized Cancer Surgery

Specialized cancer surgery may help:

• Remove selected cancerous tumors

• Treat localized cancer

• Evaluate lymph-node involvement

• Obtain diagnostic tissue

• Manage selected recurrent cancers

• Provide complex oncological surgery

• Coordinate multidisciplinary cancer treatment

• Support postoperative recovery

• Provide specialist second opinions

Why Choose Karolinska University Hospital for Cancer Surgery?

Karolinska University Hospital is a major university hospital in Sweden providing specialized cancer surgery and multidisciplinary oncology care.

Patients with surgically treatable or complex cancers may be assessed through relevant surgical and oncology services according to their diagnosis, medical needs and eligibility.

The specific surgical approach depends on specialist assessment.

Cost & Price on Request

Price: Price on Request

The total cost depends on the cancer type and complexity of surgery.

Potential costs may include:

• Surgical consultation

• Diagnostic imaging

• Preoperative testing

• Anesthesia

• Cancer surgery

• Lymph-node surgery

• Pathology

• Hospitalization

• Postoperative monitoring

• Rehabilitation

• Follow-up care

A personalized cost estimate can be requested following specialist assessment.

Frequently Asked Questions

1. Is cancer surgery suitable for every cancer patient?

No. Surgery depends on the cancer type, stage, location, overall health and whether the tumor can be safely treated surgically.

2. What is the purpose of lymph-node surgery?

Lymph nodes may be examined or removed to determine whether cancer has spread and to help establish the cancer stage.

3. Can cancer surgery be combined with other treatments?

Yes. Depending on the cancer, surgery may be combined with chemotherapy, radiation therapy, immunotherapy, targeted therapy or hormone therapy.

4. Can I get a cancer surgery second opinion in Sweden?

Patients may request specialist review of their diagnosis, imaging and proposed surgery, subject to applicable hospital requirements.

5. Can international patients receive cancer surgery in Sweden?

International patients may request specialist assessment and treatment subject to applicable hospital processes, medical requirements, eligibility and program availability.

Product Details

Product Name: Cancer Surgery

Hospital: Karolinska University Hospital

Brand: Karolinska University Hospital

Country: Sweden

Specialty: Oncology & Cancer Care

Service Type: Cancer Surgery

Customer-Facing Price: Price on Request

International Patients: Subject to applicable eligibility and program requirements

Location: Stockholm, Sweden