Radiation Therapy Post-Excision Cost in Korea

Radiation Therapy Post-Excision Cost in Korea

Radiation therapy post-excision is often recommended for patients with high-risk skin cancers or tumors with positive margins after surgical removal. In Korea, radiation oncology units in tertiary hospitals and cancer centers offer advanced radiation modalities such as IMRT (Intensity-Modulated Radiation Therapy) and superficial x-ray therapy. Costs are competitive and significantly lower than in many Western countries, with high-quality facilities and multidisciplinary follow-up care.

📊 Comprehensive Cost Overview

Radiation Type	Estimated Cost (KRW)	Indication
Superficial X-ray Therapy	600,000 – 1,200,000 per cycle	For shallow skin cancers or precancerous lesions
Electron Beam Therapy	1,000,000 – 2,000,000 per cycle	Deeper skin lesions or nodular cancers
IMRT / Conformal Radiotherapy	2,500,000 – 5,000,000 for full course	Complex or post-surgical residual cancers

🧾 Detailed Cost Analysis by Component

Component	Estimated Cost (KRW)	Details
Simulation and Treatment Planning	500,000 – 900,000	CT-based targeting and dosimetry setup
Radiation Sessions (per treatment)	150,000 – 400,000	Per-session fee based on modality used
Post-Treatment Evaluation	80,000 – 150,000	Monitoring efficacy and side effects

🧩 Additional & Optional Services Cost

Optional Service	Cost (KRW)	Purpose
Dermatologic Oncologist Consultation	50,000 – 100,000	Specialist treatment planning and referral
Skin Recovery Care (Creams & Laser)	100,000 – 300,000	Post-radiation skin soothing and healing
Imaging Follow-Up (Ultrasound/MRI)	150,000 – 500,000	To assess post-radiation tumor response

🏥 Clinical Treatment Costs

Service Type	Estimated Cost (KRW)	Description
Initial Oncology Consultation	40,000 – 80,000	Assessment and radiation referral planning
Weekly Radiation Checkups	30,000 – 60,000	Monitoring progress and skin condition