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Prices vary based on surgical technique, hospital type, and cancer stage. In the US, similar procedures cost _price_compare_US_average_ on average. Malaysia offers savings of approximately _price_percent_discount_%. Costs generally cover the surgical resection, hospital stay, and standard diagnostic staging scans.</p>\n\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Colectomy (large bowel resection):</strong> _op_448_price_from_ to _op_448_price_to_ for partial or total removal.</li>\n<li><strong>Hemicolectomy:</strong> _op_1011_price_from_ to _op_1011_price_to_ for removing one side of the colon.</li>\n<li><strong>Rectal resection:</strong> _op_454_price_from_ to _op_454_price_to_ for tumors located in the lower bowel.</li>\n<li><strong>Minimally invasive options:</strong> Laparoscopic or robotic methods typically add 20-30% compared to open surgery.</li>\n</ul>\n\n<p><strong>Bookimed Expert Insight:</strong> Malaysia is a strategic hub for integrative oncology. 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However, the </span><a href=\"https://www.finder.com.au/best-time-to-visit-malaysia\"><span style=\"background-color:transparent;color:#4a6ee0;\"><u>best period</u></span></a><span style=\"background-color:transparent;color:#0e101a;\"> to visit this country is in December, February, and March — the most favorable time to avoid the heavier rainy season and the great peak of the tourist season around Christmas, New Year’s, and Chinese New Year.</span></p>"},{"q":"What documents are required to apply for a visa to Malaysia for treatment?","a":"<p><span style=\"background-color:transparent;color:#0e101a;\">Visas for travel to Malaysia require a </span><a href=\"https://www.bharti-axagi.co.in/visa-guide/malaysia-visa\"><span style=\"background-color:transparent;color:#4a6ee0;\"><u>number of documents</u></span></a><span style=\"background-color:transparent;color:#0e101a;\">. The necessary papers can be submitted 90 days before the planned departure. List of documents includes:</span></p><ul><li><span style=\"background-color:transparent;color:#0e101a;\">Original passport</span></li><li><span style=\"background-color:transparent;color:#0e101a;\">2 photocopies of the applicant’s passport</span></li><li><span style=\"background-color:transparent;color:#0e101a;\">2 photocopies of the visa application form (Form IMM.47)</span></li><li><span style=\"background-color:transparent;color:#0e101a;\">2 passport size photographs of the applicant</span></li><li><span style=\"background-color:transparent;color:#0e101a;\">Original and 2 photocopies of the ticket (confirmed and returned ticket)</span></li><li><span style=\"background-color:transparent;color:#0e101a;\">Bank statement/traveler’s cheque</span></li><li><span style=\"background-color:transparent;color:#0e101a;\">Invitation letter (if any)</span></li><li><span style=\"background-color:transparent;color:#0e101a;\">Payment of visa fee.</span></li></ul>"},{"q":"What Hotel Services Are Provided Here?","a":"<p><span style=\"background-color:transparent;color:#0e101a;\">In Malaysia, there are </span><a href=\"https://www.tripadvisor.com/Hotels-g293951-Malaysia-Hotels.html\"><span style=\"background-color:transparent;color:#4a6ee0;\"><u>hotels of different price ranges and service levels</u></span></a><span style=\"background-color:transparent;color:#0e101a;\">. Most tourists choose 4 and 5-star hotels with all-inclusive meals. Such hotels have everything for a comfortable stay: varied food, a large well-groomed territory, animation for children and adults. Some hotels have their own water park, which guests can use for free. Budget travelers can afford to book an economical 3-star hotel with half board or no meals at all.</span></p>"},{"q":"Do I need a visa?","a":"<p><span style=\"background-color:transparent;color:#0e101a;\">Patients from the USA and Europe </span><a href=\"http://www.wonderfulmalaysia.com/medical-tourism-in-malaysia.htm\"><span style=\"background-color:transparent;color:#4a6ee0;\"><u>do not need a visa</u></span></a><span style=\"background-color:transparent;color:#0e101a;\"> to travel to Malaysia but their stay is limited — 90 days. If your treatment requires more time, contact the Malaysian embassy in your native country to arrange long-stay visa requirements.</span></p>"},{"q":"What should you know about Malaysia before the trip?","a":"<p>&nbsp;</p><figure class=\"table\"><table><tbody><tr><td><span style=\"background-color:transparent;color:#000000;\">Currency</span></td><td><span style=\"background-color:#ffffff;color:#222222;\">the Malaysian Ringgit or MYR (USD is also accepted)</span></td></tr><tr><td><span style=\"background-color:#ffffff;color:#000000;\">Best period for the trip</span></td><td><span style=\"background-color:transparent;color:#000000;\">December-February</span></td></tr><tr><td><span style=\"background-color:#ffffff;color:#000000;\">Language</span></td><td><span style=\"background-color:transparent;color:#000000;\">Malay</span></td></tr><tr><td><span style=\"background-color:transparent;color:#000000;\">Visa</span></td><td><span style=\"background-color:transparent;color:#000000;\">required, excluding patients from the US and Europe</span></td></tr><tr><td><span style=\"background-color:#ffffff;color:#000000;\">Time difference with Europe</span></td><td><span style=\"background-color:transparent;color:#000000;\">6 hours</span></td></tr><tr><td><span style=\"background-color:#ffffff;color:#000000;\">Time difference with the US</span></td><td><span style=\"background-color:transparent;color:#000000;\">12 hours</span></td></tr><tr><td><span style=\"background-color:transparent;color:#000000;\">Capital&nbsp;</span></td><td><span style=\"background-color:transparent;color:#000000;\">Kuala Lumpur</span></td></tr><tr><td><span style=\"background-color:transparent;color:#000000;\">Medical tourism center</span></td><td><span style=\"background-color:transparent;color:#000000;\">Kuala Lumpur</span></td></tr><tr><td><span style=\"background-color:#ffffff;color:#000000;\">Popular resorts</span></td><td><span style=\"background-color:transparent;color:#000000;\">Bunga Raya, Pangkor Laut, Shangri-la</span></td></tr></tbody></table></figure><p>&nbsp;</p>"},{"q":"What is the level of medicine in the country?","a":"<p><span style=\"background-color:transparent;color:#0e101a;\">Medical care in Malaysia </span><a href=\"https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Healthcare_in_Malaysia\"><span style=\"background-color:transparent;color:#4a6ee0;\"><u>is developing by leaps</u></span></a><span style=\"background-color:transparent;color:#0e101a;\">. Hospitals’ services are monitored by the Ministry of Health that improves the quality of health care in the country and promotes it nationally and internationally.&nbsp;</span></p><p><span style=\"background-color:transparent;color:#0e101a;\">About </span><a href=\"https://www.statista.com/statistics/794860/number-of-public-and-private-hospitals-malaysia/\"><span style=\"background-color:transparent;color:#4a6ee0;\"><u>400 medical facilities</u></span></a><span style=\"background-color:transparent;color:#0e101a;\"> accept local and intercontinental patients in the country. Private hospitals are accredited according to the Association of Private Hospitals of Malaysia. </span><a href=\"https://apps.who.int/iris/rest/bitstreams/1246601/retrieve\"><span style=\"background-color:transparent;color:#4a6ee0;\"><u>88% of Malaysian medical centers</u></span></a><span style=\"background-color:transparent;color:#0e101a;\"> have ISO accreditation and </span><a href=\"https://www.jointcommissioninternational.org/about-jci/accredited-organizations/#f:_Facet_Country=[Malaysia]\"><span style=\"background-color:transparent;color:#4a6ee0;\"><u>16 private hospitals</u></span></a><span style=\"background-color:transparent;color:#0e101a;\"> out of 200 are JCI-accredited (compare, </span><a href=\"https://www.jointcommissioninternational.org/about-jci/accredited-organizations/#f:_Facet_Country=[Germany]\"><span style=\"background-color:transparent;color:#4a6ee0;\"><u>Germany</u></span></a><span style=\"background-color:transparent;color:#0e101a;\"> has only 1 JCI-accredited facility).&nbsp;&nbsp;</span></p><p><span style=\"background-color:transparent;color:#0e101a;\">Malaysia is a well-known medical tourism country due to excellent healthcare facilities and highly-skilled doctors. </span><a href=\"https://apps.who.int/iris/rest/bitstreams/1246601/retrieve\"><span style=\"background-color:transparent;color:#4a6ee0;\"><u>90% of Malaysian specialists </u></span></a><span style=\"background-color:transparent;color:#0e101a;\">were trained in the UK, USA, and Australia.</span></p>"}],"h2":[{"text":"Quel est le Coût pour votre Élimination du cancer du côlon en Malaisie ?","kind":"content"},{"text":"Vos avantages et garanties avec Bookimed","kind":"content"},{"text":"Votre coordinateur médical personnel","kind":"content"},{"text":"Découvrez les Meilleures Cliniques pour Votre Élimination du cancer du côlon en Malaisie : 1 Options Vérifiées et Prix","kind":"content"},{"text":"Aperçu d’élimination du cancer du côlon en Malaisie","kind":"content"},{"text":"Obtenez une évaluation médicale pour Élimination du cancer du côlon en Malaisie : Choisissez le meilleur spécialiste dans le domaine","kind":"content"},{"text":"Histoires vidéo des patients de Bookimed","kind":"content"},{"text":"Partager ce contenu","kind":"content"},{"text":"FAQ d’élimination du cancer du côlon en Malaisie","kind":"content"},{"text":"Obtenez une consultation gratuite","kind":"content"}]},"placeholders":{"price_from":"{{price_from}}","clinics_count":"{{clinics_count}}","cities_count":"{{cities_count}}","savings_pct":"{{savings_pct}}","data_date":"{{data_date}}"},"legal":{"restricted_markets":{"status":"missing","reason":"not_collected"}},"conflicts":[]}