Medical Treatments in China

World-class healthcare at a fraction of Western prices. Browse 509 treatments and compare costs for international patients.

509 treatments

Neurology & NeurosurgerySave ~82%

Hydrocephalus Shunt Surgery

脑积水分流手术

Surgical treatment for hydrocephalus using ventriculoperitoneal (VP) shunt placement or endoscopic third ventriculostomy (ETV). Chinese neurosurgery departments manage large volumes of hydrocephalus cases including complex revision surgeries. Advanced programmable shunt valves and neuroendoscopic techniques are available at major centers with outcomes comparable to leading international institutions.

China$5,000 – $15,000
United States$30,000 – $80,000
5-7 days (hospital stay)Learn more
Neurology & NeurosurgerySave ~77%

Peripheral Nerve Repair

周围神经修复术

Microsurgical repair of damaged peripheral nerves including direct repair, nerve grafting, and nerve transfer procedures. China has strong expertise in peripheral nerve surgery, with specialized hand and peripheral nerve surgery centers performing complex reconstructions. Advanced techniques include nerve conduits, end-to-side neurorrhaphy, and targeted muscle reinnervation.

China$3,000 – $12,000
United States$15,000 – $50,000
3-7 days (hospital stay)Learn more
Neurology & NeurosurgerySave ~82%

Multiple Sclerosis Treatment

多发性硬化症治疗

Comprehensive multiple sclerosis management including disease-modifying therapies, acute relapse treatment, and integrated rehabilitation. China's leading neurology centers offer access to the latest MS medications alongside innovative approaches including stem cell therapy clinical trials and TCM integration for symptom management. Patients benefit from intensive multidisciplinary care at lower costs.

China$3,000 – $15,000
United States$20,000 – $80,000
1-4 weeks (initial treatment); ongoing managementLearn more
Neurology & NeurosurgerySave ~81%

Cerebral Aneurysm Treatment

脑动脉瘤治疗

Treatment of cerebral aneurysms through microsurgical clipping or endovascular coiling/flow diversion. China's neurovascular surgery centers handle extremely high case volumes, giving surgeons extensive experience with both ruptured and unruptured aneurysms. Advanced endovascular techniques including flow diverters and intrasaccular devices are available at leading institutions.

China$10,000 – $30,000
United States$60,000 – $150,000
1-2 weeks (hospital stay)Learn more
Neurology & NeurosurgerySave ~82%

Gamma Knife Radiosurgery

伽马刀放射外科

Stereotactic radiosurgery using Gamma Knife technology to treat brain tumors, AVMs, trigeminal neuralgia, and functional disorders without open surgery. China has one of the largest installed bases of Gamma Knife units globally, with centers in major cities performing thousands of procedures annually. The non-invasive nature makes it suitable for patients who cannot undergo open craniotomy.

China$5,000 – $15,000
United States$30,000 – $80,000
1-2 days (outpatient or overnight stay)Learn more
Neurology & NeurosurgerySave ~80%

Vagus Nerve Stimulation

迷走神经刺激术

Implantation of a vagus nerve stimulation (VNS) device for treatment-resistant epilepsy and depression. Chinese neurosurgery centers offer VNS implantation at significantly lower costs than Western institutions, including the device hardware. This neuromodulation therapy provides ongoing seizure reduction or mood improvement through programmed electrical stimulation of the vagus nerve.

China$8,000 – $20,000
United States$40,000 – $100,000
3-5 days (hospital stay)Learn more
Neurology & NeurosurgerySave ~80%

Chiari Malformation Surgery

Chiari畸形手术

Surgical decompression for Chiari malformation type I, relieving cerebellar tonsillar herniation and associated syringomyelia. Chinese neurosurgery departments perform posterior fossa decompression with or without duraplasty, tailored to individual pathology. High surgical volumes at specialized centers contribute to refined techniques and excellent outcomes at a fraction of Western costs.

China$8,000 – $20,000
United States$40,000 – $100,000
5-7 days (hospital stay)Learn more
Neurology & NeurosurgerySave ~65%

Nerve Block Therapy

神经阻滞疗法

Interventional pain management using targeted nerve block injections for chronic pain conditions. China's pain medicine departments offer a full range of nerve block procedures including epidural steroid injections, facet joint blocks, sympathetic blocks, and peripheral nerve blocks using ultrasound or fluoroscopic guidance. These minimally invasive procedures provide significant pain relief at much lower costs than Western pain clinics.

China$2,000 – $5,000
United States$5,000 – $15,000
1-2 days (outpatient or short stay)Learn more
Infectious DiseaseSave ~81%

Hepatitis B Treatment Program

乙肝治疗方案

Comprehensive hepatitis B treatment program utilizing the latest antiviral therapies including tenofovir and entecavir, available at specialized liver disease centers across China. China has extensive experience managing HBV given its historically high prevalence, with treatment protocols refined over decades of clinical practice. Programs include viral load monitoring, liver fibrosis assessment, and long-term management plans.

China$800 – $3,000
United States$5,000 – $15,000
6-12 months treatment courseLearn more
Infectious DiseaseSave ~95%

Hepatitis C Cure Program

丙肝治愈方案

Direct-acting antiviral (DAA) therapy program achieving over 95% cure rates for hepatitis C, offered at major infectious disease hospitals in China. Treatment courses are significantly more affordable than in Western countries while using the same WHO-recommended medication regimens. Most patients achieve sustained virological response within 8-12 weeks of treatment.

China$1,000 – $5,000
United States$25,000 – $90,000
8-12 weeks treatment courseLearn more
Infectious DiseaseSave ~88%

Tuberculosis Treatment

结核病治疗

Comprehensive tuberculosis diagnosis and treatment program at China's specialized TB hospitals, utilizing both standard DOTS protocols and advanced treatments for drug-resistant strains. China has developed significant expertise in managing complex TB cases including MDR-TB and XDR-TB. Treatment includes molecular diagnostics, personalized drug regimens, and close clinical monitoring.

China$500 – $4,000
United States$8,000 – $30,000
6-20 months depending on strainLearn more
Infectious DiseaseSave ~93%

HIV Management Program

HIV管理方案

Comprehensive HIV management program providing antiretroviral therapy (ART), viral load monitoring, and opportunistic infection prevention at specialized infectious disease centers in China. Programs offer access to modern single-tablet regimens and expert immunology care at significantly reduced costs. Long-term management includes CD4 monitoring, resistance testing, and holistic health support.

China$600 – $3,500
United States$15,000 – $40,000
Ongoing lifelong managementLearn more

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