For patients requiring decortication surgery, medical tourism offers access to high-volume thoracic centers in countries like India, Turkey, and Germany at 40-60% lower costs than Western nations (typically 8,000−20,000). Leading JCI-accredited hospitals such as Medanta (India) and Charité (Germany) provide both open and VATS decortication, performed by surgeons specializing in pleural diseases.
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Decortication is a specialized thoracic surgery that removes thick, fibrous membranes (peel) covering the lungs and chest wall. This procedure helps:
Restore normal lung expansion
Improve breathing capacity
Treat chronic infections or inflammation
Common indications include:
| Phase | Duration | Key Considerations |
|---|---|---|
| Hospital Stay | 5-10 days | Chest tube management, pain control |
| Initial Recovery | 2-4 weeks | Breathing exercises, limited activity |
| Full Recovery | 6-12 weeks | Gradual return to normal function |
Decortication can dramatically improve quality of life for patients with advanced pleural disease. The choice between open and minimally invasive techniques depends on disease severity and patient factors.
