Brain Tumor Surgery Cost in Pakistan
What determines the cost of brain tumor surgery, and how to get an accurate estimate at MidCity Hospital, Lahore
Why We Don't List a Fixed Price
Brain tumor surgery cost cannot be accurately quoted without reviewing your specific MRI — the tumor's size, location, and type change the surgical approach, anaesthesia time, and hospital stay required. Any website quoting a single fixed number for "brain tumor surgery" without seeing your scan is not giving you an accurate figure. Call 0300-8482624 or book a consultation — Dr. Waqas Mehdi will review your reports personally and give you a realistic estimate.
What Affects Brain Tumor Surgery Cost
Tumor Type & Size
A small benign meningioma near the brain surface is far less complex to remove than a large or deep-seated tumor, or one close to critical structures like major blood vessels or the brainstem.
Surgical Approach
Keyhole (minimally invasive) and endoscopic endonasal approaches (for pituitary tumors) generally involve shorter operating time and hospital stay than a traditional open craniotomy for a large tumor.
Intraoperative Monitoring & Navigation
Complex or eloquent-area tumors may require neuronavigation (image-guided surgery) or intraoperative neurophysiological monitoring to protect brain function — this adds to the overall cost but is essential for safety in these cases.
ICU / HDU Requirement
Larger or higher-risk tumor surgeries need a period of intensive or high-dependency monitoring after surgery, which is billed according to the number of days required.
Length of Hospital Stay
A straightforward keyhole tumor removal may need only 3-4 days in hospital, while a complex craniotomy for a large or malignant tumor may need 5-7 days or more.
Benign vs Malignant Pathology
Malignant tumors sometimes require additional intraoperative steps, and the overall care pathway may extend to include oncology referral for radiotherapy or chemotherapy after surgery.
Brain Tumor Procedures Dr. Waqas Mehdi Performs
| Procedure | Est. Cost (PKR) |
|---|---|
| Keyhole / Minimally Invasive Tumor Removal | Call for estimate |
| Craniotomy for Benign Tumor (e.g. Meningioma) | Call for estimate |
| Craniotomy for Malignant Tumor / Glioma | Call for estimate |
| Endoscopic Endonasal Pituitary Tumor Surgery | Call for estimate |
| Awake Craniotomy (for eloquent-area tumors) | Call for estimate |
For Overseas Pakistanis
Neurosurgery costs in Pakistan are generally substantially lower than in the US, UK, Europe, or the Middle East for comparable surgical expertise — which is why many overseas Pakistanis choose to travel home for elective brain tumor surgery. Dr. Waqas Mehdi is an FCPS Neurosurgeon, Assistant Professor at King Edward Medical University, offering:
- › Online review of your MRI/CT before you travel, via WhatsApp, Zoom, or Google Meet
- › A bundled cost estimate covering surgery, anaesthesia, and hospital stay
- › Coordination of your surgery date to fit your travel plans
- › Follow-up consultations remotely after you return home
Frequently Asked Questions
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