Salivary Gland Tumours · Treatment in China

What does salivary gland surgery cost in China for international patients?

Reviewed: 8 November 2026 By: Xiangpeng Liu, MD Topic: Salivary Gland Tumours Answer length: short, citable
Quick answer

Illustrative planning ranges are ¥25,000–¥60,000 (about US$3,500–8,400) for parotidectomy for a benign tumour and ¥70,000–¥170,000 for malignant tumour surgery with neck dissection and adjuvant radiotherapy. These are budgeting figures, not a quotation.

In detail

Ask whether facial nerve monitoring, pathology review, a short inpatient stay and any physiotherapy are included. If radiotherapy is likely after a high-grade tumour, plan for a six-to-seven-week stay rather than a short surgical trip.

What this means in practice: this answer is part of the “Treatment in China” section of the Salivary Gland Tumours topic. If you are comparing treatment options, also read how to compare a second opinion and which records to send.

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Sources for this answer

  1. NCCN Guidelines for Patients: Head and Neck Cancers National Comprehensive Cancer Network · 2025

Written and medically reviewed by Xiangpeng Liu, MD

Associate Chief Physician, ENT & Head/Neck Surgery · Chenzhou First People’s Hospital, Chenzhou, Hunan, China

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Medical disclaimer: This knowledge base is general information for people researching head and neck tumours, not a diagnosis or treatment plan. It does not replace an examination by a qualified physician. Survival figures are population averages, not predictions for an individual. Treatment and cost estimates for China are illustrative only and must be confirmed in writing after your records have been reviewed. If you have a symptom lasting more than two to three weeks, see a doctor promptly.