Surgery is the main treatment for most colon cancers and a key part of treatment for rectal cancer. This New City Clinic guide explains the questions UK patients ask before considering surgery in Istanbul. Oncology is never priced in advance; a written plan and quote follow the review of your documents.
How the operation is chosen
The affected segment of bowel is removed together with its lymph nodes. For rectal cancer, a pelvic MRI shows how deep the tumour reaches; radiotherapy and drug treatment are often given first. The order of treatment is decided at the hospital’s tumour board, where surgeons, oncologists, radiologists and pathologists review the case together.
Keyhole surgery and stoma
Many patients are suitable for laparoscopic surgery. After most colon operations no stoma is needed; in rectal surgery a temporary stoma is often made to protect the new join and closed later. Your surgeon discusses this openly before the operation.
Documents to send
Pathology report, CT or MRI images (not only reports), colonoscopy report, blood tests including CEA, and a list of your medication. Documents in English are reviewed directly by the oncology team of our partner hospitals (Acıbadem, Medicana, Medipol, Medical Park, Biruni University Hospital).
Stay and follow-up in the UK
The hospital stay is usually about a week if recovery is uneventful; plan to stay until the first check-up and the pathology result. Reports and recommendations are prepared in English for your oncologist and GP.
Bowel cancer surgery in Turkey with New City Clinic
New City Clinic is an authorised health tourism intermediary registered with the Turkish Ministry of Health and HealthTürkiye. When you contact New City Clinic about bowel cancer surgery in Turkey, a physician first reviews your photos and medical information, and you then receive a written treatment plan with an itemised quote. Once you arrive in Istanbul, the New City Clinic team organises your airport welcome, accommodation, hospital appointments and interpreting. Your procedure is performed by a specialist physician at a Ministry of Health approved partner hospital, and follow-up continues after you return home.
Aftercare
Medication and check-ups
Take the medication your physician prescribes as directed and attend your planned check-ups.
Smoking and alcohol
Both slow healing; avoid them before and after the procedure for the period your physician advises.
Movement and rest
Short walks support circulation; wait for your physician’s approval before strenuous exercise or heavy lifting.
When to get in touch
Contact your New City Clinic coordinator straight away in case of high fever, increasing pain, redness or anything unexpected.
Frequently asked questions
Is chemotherapy always needed after surgery?
No. It depends on the stage and the pathology findings.
Is there a price list?
No. Oncology is never priced in advance; a written quote follows the review of your documents.
Can treatment continue in the UK?
In many cases yes; your reports are prepared in English for your team at home.
Deciding on bowel cancer surgery in Turkey is a confident step when it is taken with the right information and the right team. You can book a free consultation with the New City Clinic team for your questions.
This article is for general information; consult your physician for diagnosis and treatment.