For patients requiring sleeve resection surgery, medical tourism provides access to high-volume thoracic oncology centers in countries like India, Germany, South Korea, and Turkey at 40-60% lower costs than Western nations (typically 18,000−35,000). Leading JCI-accredited hospitals such as Medanta (India), Heidelberg University Hospital (Germany), and Asan Medical Center (South Korea) specialize in complex bronchovascular reconstructions, offering both open and minimally invasive VATS/Robotic approaches performed by surgeons with 100+ sleeve resection experiences.
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Sleeve resection is an advanced lung-preserving technique where surgeons:
Remove diseased bronchi or pulmonary vessels
Reconnect healthy airway segments
Preserve maximum lung function
This approach avoids complete lung removal (pneumonectomy) in eligible patients.
Ideal candidates typically have:
| Phase | Duration | Key Considerations |
|---|---|---|
| Hospital Stay | 5-10 days | Air leak monitoring |
| Initial Recovery | 3-6 weeks | Pulmonary rehabilitation |
| Full Recovery | 3-6 months | Gradual activity return |
This lung-sparing technique represents a significant advancement in thoracic oncology, offering comparable cancer control with superior functional outcomes.
