Cardiac Surgery
Aortic Dissection treatment in South Korea
Aortic Dissection is a serious diagnosis that's typically diagnosed through a combination of symptoms, bedside examination, and imaging. The decision points downstream — medical management, procedural intervention, or surgery — turn on specific anatomic and functional findings,…
- Starting price
- $26,240Starting price
- Hospitals
- 8Hospitals
- Treatment options
- 2Treatment options
- Recovery window
- 28–70 daysRecovery window
Treatment options
How Aortic Dissection is treated in South Korea
- First-line Aortic Dissection Type A Repair Cardiac Surgery Stay12 days Recovery~70 days See Aortic Dissection Type A Repair pricing in South Korea
- TEVAR (Thoracic Endovascular Aortic Repair) Cardiac Surgery Stay5 days Recovery~28 days See TEVAR (Thoracic Endovascular Aortic Repair) pricing in South Korea
Top South Korea hospitals for Aortic Dissection, ranked by value
See all specialists| # | Top South Korea hospitals for Aortic Dissection, ranked by value | From | Treatments | ★ | Quote |
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| 1 | Gyeongsang National University Hospital Jinju, South Korea | $26,240 | 2 of 2 | — | Quote |
| 2 | Dong-eui Medical Center Busan, South Korea | $27,270 | 2 of 2 | — | Quote |
| 3 | Chuncheon National Hospital Chuncheon, South Korea | $29,200 | 2 of 2 | — | Quote |
| 4 | Daegu Catholic University Medical Center Daegu, South Korea | $30,100 | 2 of 2 | — | Quote |
| 5 | Gospel Hospital Busan, South Korea | $30,240 | 2 of 2 | — | Quote |
| 6 | Gachon University Gil Hospital Incheon, South Korea | $30,870 | 2 of 2 | — | Quote |
| 7 | Asan Medical Center Seoul, South Korea | $31,100 | 2 of 2 | ★ 4.8 | Quote |
| 8 | Kyungpook National University Hospital Daegu, South Korea | $31,130 | 2 of 2 | — | Quote |
Specialists in South Korea
Surgeons treating Aortic Dissection
- Dr. Sa-Sun Cho Seoul National University Hospital · Seoul
- Dr. Ku-Taek Han The Catholic University of Korea, Bucheon ST. Mary’s Hospital · Bucheon
- Dr. Woong-Shick Ahn The Catholic University of Korea, Bucheon ST. Mary’s Hospital · Bucheon
- Dr. Seog-Nyeon Bae The Catholic University of Korea, Bucheon ST. Mary’s Hospital · Bucheon
- Dr. Hong-Beom Shin Daejeon Eulji Medical Center, Eulji University · Daejeon
- Dr. Han Jo Kim Soonchunhyang University Cheonan Hospital · Cheonan
- Dr. Myoung-Mook Lee Dongguk University Ilsan Hospital · Goyang
- Dr. Sang-Ik Hwang Seoul National University Hospital · Seoul
FAQ
Aortic Dissection in South Korea — common questions
Where do most international patients go for Aortic Dissection in South Korea?
The most common destinations are tier-1 metro hospitals (Delhi NCR, Istanbul, Bangkok, Singapore, etc.) where the relevant specialty volumes are highest. Surgeon volume — not hospital prestige — is one of the strongest predictors of outcomes for Aortic Dissection, so ask each hospital for its case volume.
What does Aortic Dissection treatment typically cost in South Korea?
Across the 8 accredited hospitals we list, packaged costs start from about $26,240 and run up to $31,130 depending on procedure choice, complexity, and implant or device tier. We never publish a final number — your case manager itemises every line before you commit.
How long should I plan to stay in South Korea for treatment?
Most Aortic Dissection cases need around 28–70 days in-country covering pre-op workup, the procedure itself, and the first follow-up before flying home. Plan an extra week buffer for travel + visa logistics.
Should I get a second opinion before booking?
Yes — and it's free. A second opinion can confirm the plan or suggest a different procedure. Share your imaging and current plan; a specialist returns a written opinion in 5–10 working days, with no obligation to travel.
Is South Korea accredited for international medical patients?
Each hospital page shows the accreditations we hold on record (JCI, NABH, ISO 9001, KTQ, HA-Thailand or the local ministry licence). Check the issuing body's directory, or ask your coordinator to confirm current status, before you book.
Destination evaluation
How to evaluate care for this condition in this destination
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Match destination strength to condition
Some destinations excel at specific conditions. Verify the destination has high-volume programs for your specific case type.
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Compare hospital options
From the hospitals shown above, narrow to 2-3 candidates with strong sub-specialty match.
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Request itemized quotes
Quotes from 2-3 hospitals enable real comparison. Generic 'package' quotes hide what's included.
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Plan logistics
Visa, flights, accommodation, recovery support. Plan around the recovery window for this condition.
Aortic Dissection · South Korea
Continue evaluating aortic dissection care
Destination is one variable. These hubs widen the search by specialty, by surgeon, by treatment, and by alternative destinations.
- Condition Aortic Dissection overview Description, severity grading, treatment paths.
- Surgeons Doctors who treat Aortic Dissection Volume-ranked specialists across relevant specialties.
- Procedure Aortic Dissection Type A Repair hub First-line treatment for this condition.
- Cost Aortic Dissection Type A Repair cost in South Korea Per-hospital pricing in this destination.
- Specialty Cardiac Surgery hub Programs and surgeons across cardiac surgery.
- Destination South Korea hospital hub Featured programs and pricing benchmarks across South Korea.
- Visa South Korea medical visa Documents, processing time, embassy guidance.
- Compare Hospital comparison Side-by-side accreditations, ratings, beds, and pricing.
- Tool Match-me triage Three questions, get a specialty + destination + 3-hospital shortlist.
- Tool Cost calculator Hospital-reported pricing across procedures × destinations.
- Action Free second opinion Independent panel review of your case in 48 hours — no charge.
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