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| Surgery Name | Cost | Room | Hospitalization |
|---|---|---|---|
| CyberKnife Radiosurgery Package | 6600 USD | OPD | OPD Basis |
| Cyber Knife therapy Single session - approx. | 5500 USD | OPD Basis | OPD Basis |
✓ Inclusion
- ✔Consultation with radiation oncologist and neurosurgeon
- ✔Review of MRI, CT and biopsy reports
- ✔Custom thermoplastic face mask for head immobilisation
- ✔Treatment planning CT scan with MRI image fusion
- ✔Computer dose planning by medical physicists and quality assurance check
- ✔Three CyberKnife radiosurgery sessions on OPD basis (30–90 minutes each)
- ✔Doctor review after each session and at the end of treatment
- ✔Standard medicines used during sessions
- ✔Treatment summary and dose report for your home doctor
- ✔Online follow-up review of your post-treatment MRI
- ✔Free: airport pick-up & drop, visa invitation letter, interpreter & coordinator (Satyug Healthcare)
✗ Exclusion
- ✖Hotel or guest-house accommodation and food
- ✖Flights, visa fees and travel insurance
- ✖Additional MRI, PET-CT or blood tests not part of planning
- ✖Fiducial marker placement (if needed for non-brain targets)
- ✖Biopsy, open surgery or shunt surgery
- ✖Chemotherapy, immunotherapy or targeted drugs
- ✖Take-home medicines such as steroids and anti-seizure tablets
- ✖Hospital admission and ICU care for any complication
- ✖Extra sessions beyond three, or treatment of additional tumours
Know More About Procedure & Surgery
🇮🇳 RADIOSURGERY PACKAGE — INDIA
CyberKnife Radiosurgery for Brain Tumours in India
Painless robotic radiosurgery for small brain tumours, brain metastases, acoustic neuromas, meningiomas and AVMs – planned by neurosurgeons and radiation oncologists at India's leading accredited cancer centres, at a fraction of US or European cost.
✅ Free Medical Opinion in 48–72 h🤖 Robotic Sub-millimetre Accuracy💰 Starting USD 6,600✈️ Visa & Airport Support🗣️ Interpreter Available
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30–90 min
Each session
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OPD
No hospital admission
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85–95%
Tumour control (benign)
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7–12 days
Total stay in India
📖 What is CyberKnife Radiosurgery?
A brain tumour is an abnormal growth of cells inside the skull. Some are benign (not cancer), such as meningioma, acoustic neuroma (vestibular schwannoma) and pituitary adenoma. Others are cancer, such as tumours that spread to the brain from the lung or breast (brain metastases). Even a benign tumour can press on nerves and brain tissue and cause headache, hearing loss, weakness or fits.
CyberKnife is a type of stereotactic radiosurgery (SRS). It is not a knife and there is no cut. A small linear accelerator on a robotic arm sends hundreds of thin, very precise radiation beams from many angles that meet at the tumour. The tumour gets a high dose, while the normal brain around it gets very little. A soft mesh face mask is used instead of a metal head frame, and the robot tracks and corrects for small head movements during treatment. Treatment is given in 1 session (radiosurgery) or 2–5 sessions (called fractionated SRS or hypofractionated SRT) on an outpatient basis. This package covers three sessions, often chosen for larger tumours or tumours near the optic nerve or brainstem.
🖼️ Understand It in Pictures
💡 In simple words
Some brain tumours are small or hard to reach by surgery. CyberKnife uses a robot to aim many thin radiation beams at the tumour from different angles, with no cut, to stop it growing or shrink it.
Brain tumour before and after CyberKnife
👀 Symptoms in Pictures
🩻 Scans & Tests — What Doctors See
🎬 The Treatment Journey in Pictures
📅 Recovery at a Glance
Drawings: Satyug Healthcare (simplified, not to scale). Photos: Wikimedia Commons; author and licence under each photo.
🩺 Conditions Treated
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Brain metastases
Cancer that has spread to the brain from the lung, breast, kidney, skin (melanoma) or bowel – usually 1 to 10 small spots.
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Acoustic neuroma
A benign tumour on the hearing and balance nerve (vestibular schwannoma). Radiosurgery stops growth in most patients.
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Meningioma
A usually benign tumour of the brain covering, especially deep skull-base tumours that are hard to remove with open surgery.
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Pituitary adenoma
Leftover or regrowing pituitary tumour after surgery, or tumours that cannot be removed safely.
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Arteriovenous malformation (AVM)
An abnormal tangle of blood vessels; radiation slowly closes it over 2–3 years to lower the risk of bleeding.
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Trigeminal neuralgia & residual tumours
Severe facial nerve pain not controlled by medicines, and small leftover or recurrent tumours after brain surgery.
⚠️ Signs That May Need Treatment
- ➤Headaches that are new or getting worse
- ➤Fits (seizures)
- ➤Hearing loss or ringing in one ear
- ➤Problems with balance or dizziness
- ➤Blurred or double vision, or loss of side vision
- ➤Weakness or numbness of face, arm or leg
- ➤Changes in memory, speech or behaviour
- ➤Small tumour found on MRI that is growing
💡 Not every brain tumour needs CyberKnife. Very small, slow-growing benign tumours without symptoms are often just watched with MRI every 6–12 months. Large tumours (usually more than 3–4 cm) or tumours causing high brain pressure normally need open surgery first, and some fast-growing cancers need whole-brain or standard radiotherapy and chemotherapy instead.
🔬 Tests Before Treatment
| Test | Why it is done |
|---|---|
| Contrast MRI brain (thin slices) | Shows the exact size, shape and position of the tumour for planning. |
| Planning CT scan with face mask | Gives precise bone and position data; it is fused with the MRI by the planning computer. |
| Biopsy / histopathology report (if done) | Confirms the type of tumour, which decides the radiation dose. |
| PET-CT (for cancer patients) | Checks the cancer elsewhere in the body before planning brain treatment. |
| Hearing test, eye field test (as needed) | Records hearing for acoustic neuroma and vision for tumours near the optic nerve. |
| Blood tests (CBC, kidney function) | Make sure contrast dye and steroid medicines are safe. |
🏥 The Procedure — Step by Step
1
Consultation
The neurosurgeon and radiation oncologist review your MRI and reports and confirm CyberKnife is right for you.
2
Face mask making
A soft thermoplastic mesh mask is shaped to your face; it takes about 15 minutes and is painless.
3
Planning scans
A CT scan (and fresh MRI if needed) is done while wearing the mask.
4
Treatment planning
Physicists and doctors outline the tumour and nearby critical areas and design hundreds of beams; this takes 1–3 days.
5
Plan quality check
The plan is checked and tested on the machine before the first session.
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Session 1
You lie on the couch with the mask on; the robot moves silently around you for 30–90 minutes. You are awake and can go back to your hotel.
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Sessions 2 and 3
Given on the next days (daily or alternate days) in the same way.
8
Medicines and review
A short course of steroid tablets may be given to reduce swelling; the doctor checks you after the last session.
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Discharge plan
You receive the treatment summary, dose report and follow-up MRI schedule before flying home.
⚖️ Types & Techniques
| Option | What is done | Best for |
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| Single-session SRS (CyberKnife) | One high-dose session | Small tumours (usually under 2.5–3 cm) away from the optic nerve |
| 3-session CyberKnife (this package) | Dose split into three daily sessions | Larger tumours, or tumours near the optic nerve or brainstem |
| 5-session SRT | Dose split into five sessions | Bigger or more sensitive locations; also post-surgery tumour bed |
| Gamma Knife | Cobalt-based radiosurgery, often with a head frame | Small brain targets, trigeminal neuralgia, AVMs |
| Open microsurgery | Tumour removed through a skull opening | Large tumours, pressure on brain, or when tissue diagnosis is needed |
📊 Long-term studies of stereotactic radiosurgery for vestibular schwannoma and meningioma report tumour control in about 90–95% of patients at 5–10 years, and the JLGK0901 study showed that radiosurgery alone is a safe option for patients with up to 10 brain metastases.
📅 Your Day-by-Day Plan in India
| Day | What happens |
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| Day 1 | Arrival in India, airport pick-up, hotel check-in |
| Day 2 | Consultation with radiation oncologist and neurosurgeon; mask making and planning CT/MRI |
| Day 3–5 | Treatment planning and quality checks (you rest at the hotel) |
| Day 5–7 | CyberKnife sessions 1, 2 and 3 (outpatient, 30–90 min each) |
| Day 8–9 | Final review, steroid plan and discharge summary |
| Day 10 | Fly home ✈️ |
🌱 Recovery After Treatment
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Day 1–3
Mild tiredness, headache or nausea are common; most people walk out and rest at the hotel.
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Week 1–2
Steroid tablets, if given, are reduced slowly as advised. Light daily activities are fine.
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Week 2–4
Most people return to normal work and activity; hair loss is usually small and only at the beam site, if at all.
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Month 3
First follow-up MRI (for brain metastases) to check response.
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Month 6–12
MRI for benign tumours; the tumour usually stops growing and may slowly shrink.
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Years 1–3
Yearly MRI. AVMs close gradually over 2–3 years after treatment.
🏆 Success Rate
| Outcome | Result |
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| Acoustic neuroma – tumour control at 5–10 years | About 90–95% |
| Meningioma – tumour control at 5 years | About 85–95% |
| Brain metastasis – local control at 1 year | About 70–90% (depends on size and cancer type) |
| AVM closure at 3 years | About 70–80% (smaller AVMs do better) |
| Hearing kept (acoustic neuroma, at 5 years) | About 50–70% |
Results depend on tumour type, size and location, how much radiation the nearby nerves can safely take, and – for cancer – how well the cancer is controlled in the rest of the body.
🩹 Risks & Possible Complications
CyberKnife is non-invasive, but radiation can still cause side effects.
- •Tiredness, mild headache or nausea for a few days (common)
- •Brain swelling (oedema) causing temporary symptoms – usually helped by steroids
- •Small patch of hair loss at the beam entry area
- •Radiation necrosis (dead tissue at the treated spot): about 5–10% for metastases, more with larger targets
- •Gradual hearing loss after acoustic neuroma treatment
- •Face numbness or weakness near the treated nerve (rare, about 1–5%)
- •Fits (seizures) in patients with tumours near the brain surface (uncommon)
💰 Cost of CyberKnife Radiosurgery in India
The cost of CyberKnife radiosurgery for a brain tumour in India starts from about USD 6,600 for a three-session course on an outpatient (OPD) basis. A single-session treatment costs about USD 5,500. The package covers consultation, mask making, planning CT/MRI fusion, physics planning and the treatment sessions.
| Option / Hospital tier | Approx. cost (USD) | Hospital stay | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| CyberKnife – three sessions (this package) | 6,600 | OPD basis | Larger tumours or tumours near the optic nerve/brainstem |
| CyberKnife – single session | 5,500 | OPD basis | Small tumours, single metastasis |
| CyberKnife – five sessions | 7,000 – 8,500 | OPD basis | Larger or post-surgery targets |
| Gamma Knife (frame-based) | 5,000 – 7,000 | Day care | Small targets, AVM, trigeminal neuralgia |
⚠️ Final cost depends on the number of sessions, number of tumours treated, extra MRI or PET-CT scans and the hospital chosen. Quotes are confirmed after the specialist examines the patient and reviews the MRI in India.
📋 What the Package Includes
✅ Included
- ✔Radiation oncologist & neurosurgeon consultation
- ✔Thermoplastic face mask
- ✔Planning CT and MRI image fusion
- ✔Physics planning & quality check
- ✔Three CyberKnife sessions
- ✔Review after treatment & summary report
- ✔Free airport pick-up & coordinator
❌ Not Included
- ✖Hotel / guest-house stay
- ✖Fresh MRI or PET-CT beyond planning scans
- ✖Biopsy or open surgery
- ✖Chemotherapy or targeted drugs
- ✖Steroid and other take-home medicines
- ✖Admission if complications occur
- ✖Flights and visa fees
✈️ Your Medical Travel Process with Satyug Healthcare
| Step | Details |
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| 1. Send reports | Latest contrast MRI brain (within 4–6 weeks) with report, any CT or PET-CT, biopsy/histopathology report, operation notes if surgery was done, and a summary of cancer treatment received so far. |
| 2. Free opinion & quotes | Within 48-72 hours you receive opinions and cost estimates from 3-5 leading hospitals to compare. |
| 3. Choose hospital & doctor | We help you compare doctors, success rates, room options and total budget. |
| 4. Medical visa | The hospital issues a Visa Invitation Letter (VIL) to the Indian Embassy. The patient and up to 2 attendants apply for an e-Medical / Medical Attendant visa. |
| 5. Travel planning | Flight guidance, wheelchair assistance, airport pick-up, hotel or guest house near the hospital. |
| 6. Treatment in India | Your coordinator and interpreter stay with you for admission, treatment, discharge and billing. |
| 7. Return & follow-up | Fit-to-fly letter, medicines, and online follow-up with your doctor after you return home. |
🎒 Travel Checklist
- 📌Valid passport (6+ months) for the patient and attendants, plus 10 passport-size photos each
- 📌Medical visa / e-visa and the hospital’s Visa Invitation Letter
- 📌All MRI brain and PET-CT scans (DICOM on CD / link), biopsy reports, discharge summaries and current prescriptions
- 📌Yellow fever vaccination certificate (mandatory for travellers from African countries)
- 📌Polio vaccination certificate where applicable
- 📌Declare cash above USD 5,000 at the airport; hospitals accept wire transfer and cards
- 📌Foreigners staying longer than permitted must register with the FRRO — our team assists
⭐ Why Choose Satyug Healthcare?
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Top Accredited Hospitals
CyberKnife and other radiosurgery systems are available at leading centres such as Medanta – The Medicity (Gurugram), Artemis Hospital (Gurugram), Max Super Speciality Hospital Saket (New Delhi), Apollo Cancer Centre (Chennai) and HCG Cancer Centre (Bengaluru).
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Senior Specialists
Treatment is planned jointly by experienced neurosurgeons, radiation oncologists and medical physicists who treat hundreds of brain radiosurgery cases each year.
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Transparent Pricing
Multiple written quotes to compare — no hidden charges, no extra fee for our service.
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End-to-End Support
Visa, airport pick-up, accommodation, interpreter and 24/7 coordinator.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
➤ How much does CyberKnife for a brain tumour cost in India?
It starts from about USD 6,600 for three sessions and about USD 5,500 for a single session, on an outpatient basis. The exact price depends on the number of sessions and tumours. You get a written quote after the doctor reviews your MRI.
➤ Is CyberKnife painful?
No. There is no cut, no needle in the head and no anaesthesia. You lie still with a soft mask on your face while the robot moves around you. Most people say the main discomfort is lying still for up to an hour.
➤ How many sessions will I need?
Small tumours often need one session. Larger tumours, or tumours close to the optic nerve or brainstem, are usually treated in 3–5 sessions to protect nearby nerves. Your radiation oncologist decides after planning.
➤ How long do I need to stay in India?
Usually about 7–12 days. This covers consultation, mask making, planning scans, 1–3 days of physics planning and the treatment sessions.
➤ Do I need to stay in hospital?
No. CyberKnife is done on an OPD (outpatient) basis. You return to your hotel after each session.
➤ Does the tumour disappear after treatment?
Not at once. The aim is to stop the tumour growing. Benign tumours usually stay the same size or shrink slowly over months to years. Cancer spots often shrink within 2–3 months.
➤ What is the success rate?
For benign tumours such as acoustic neuroma and meningioma, tumour control is about 90–95% at 5–10 years. For brain metastases, about 70–90% of treated spots are controlled at one year.
➤ What side effects can happen?
Tiredness, mild headache or nausea for a few days are common. Brain swelling can happen and is treated with steroids. A late effect called radiation necrosis occurs in about 5–10% of treated metastases.
➤ When can I go back to work?
Most people return to normal activities within a few days to two weeks. You should not drive if you have had fits or if your doctor advises against it.
➤ Is CyberKnife better than Gamma Knife?
Both are accurate and give similar results for small brain tumours. CyberKnife uses a mask instead of a head frame and makes it easier to split treatment into 3–5 sessions. Gamma Knife is excellent for very small targets. The doctor chooses based on your case.
➤ Can I have CyberKnife after brain surgery?
Yes. It is often used to treat a leftover tumour or the cavity after surgery to lower the chance of regrowth.
➤ Can children or elderly patients have CyberKnife?
Yes, if suitable. Elderly patients who are not fit for open surgery often benefit because there is no anaesthesia. Young children may need mild sedation to stay still.
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Medical disclaimer: This page is for general information and does not replace a consultation with a qualified specialist. Treatment plans and costs are confirmed only after the patient is examined. Sources: NCBI StatPearls: Stereotactic Radiosurgery; Mayo Clinic: Stereotactic radiosurgery; Cleveland Clinic: CyberKnife; NHS: Acoustic neuroma treatment; Yamamoto et al., JLGK0901 study, Lancet Oncology 2014; International Stereotactic Radiosurgery Society (ISRS) practice guidelines; ASTRO brain metastases guideline 2022. Infographics: Satyug Healthcare.
Frequently Asked Questions
CyberKnife controls the growth of many suitable brain tumours and metastases, meaning the tumour shrinks or stops growing. Results depend on the tumour type, size and location; your radiation oncologist will explain the expected outcome for your case.
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