For stomach cancer that has not spread, surgery is the central part of treatment, usually combined with drug treatment. This New City Clinic guide explains what UK patients ask before considering Istanbul. Oncology is never priced in advance.
Partial or total gastrectomy
For tumours in the lower stomach, removing the lower two thirds is often enough; tumours higher up or widespread may require removing the whole stomach, with the oesophagus joined to the small intestine. The surrounding lymph nodes are removed in both operations.
Chemotherapy before and after
In locally advanced disease, drug treatment is often given for some weeks before surgery and continued afterwards. The pathway is decided at the tumour board of the partner hospital’s oncology department (Acıbadem, Medicana, Medipol, Medical Park or Biruni University Hospital).
Documents to send
Endoscopy and pathology reports, CT images and reports, blood tests and a list of your medication. Documents in English are reviewed directly.
Eating afterwards and follow-up
Small, frequent meals and supplements such as vitamin B12 become part of daily life; a dietitian follows your weight. Reports are prepared in English for your oncologist and GP in the UK.
Stomach 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 stomach 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
Can a person live without a stomach?
Yes. Digestion continues in the small intestine; eating habits change and supplements are needed.
Is there a price list?
No. A written quote follows the review of your documents.
How long will I stay?
Plan for the hospital stay, usually one to two weeks, and the first check-up.
Deciding on stomach 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.