- 1-3 hours per session
- 1-3 days
- 73%
China versus the U.S.
- China clinical rate
- $5,000 – $15,000
- $10,000
- United States
- $25,000 – $50,000
- $37,500
- You save
- ~73%
- $27,500 per procedure
Prices are approximate ranges. Actual cost depends on hospital, surgeon, materials, and case complexity.
What the procedure involves.
China is the global leader in High-Intensity Focused Ultrasound (HIFU) technology — Chongqing Haifu developed the world's first clinical HIFU system and Chongqing remains the global HIFU capital. This completely non-invasive treatment requires no incision and no radiation, using focused ultrasound waves to thermally destroy tumors. It is widely used for uterine fibroids, liver tumors, pancreatic cancer, and bone metastases, with over 100,000 patients treated in China.
Step by step.
MRI/CT Imaging
High-resolution imaging to precisely map tumor boundaries, measure volume, and assess acoustic window accessibility for HIFU treatment planning.
Treatment Planning
Physicians design the ablation strategy including sonication parameters, treatment angles, and safety margins based on tumor characteristics and location.
HIFU Ablation Session
Patient lies on treatment table while focused ultrasound waves are directed at the tumor under real-time imaging guidance, heating tissue to 60-100°C for thermal destruction.
Post-Treatment Imaging Verification
Contrast-enhanced MRI or CT scan immediately after treatment to verify complete ablation and assess treatment margins.
- Completely non-invasive with no incision, no bleeding, and no scarring
- No ionizing radiation exposure
- Outpatient procedure with same-day or next-day discharge
- Organ preservation without removing healthy tissue
- Not suitable for all tumor locations (requires clear acoustic window)
- Skin burns at beam entry site in rare cases
- Potential nerve damage near treatment area
- May require multiple sessions for larger tumors
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Prices shown are approximate ranges for reference only. Actual costs vary by hospital, complexity, and individual patient needs. Always consult with healthcare professionals for medical decisions.