What does treatment cost in China vs Western countries?
In China, endoscopic disc removal (PELD/PETD) typically costs $5,000–$10,000 USD, while artificial disc replacement ranges from $12,000–$20,000 USD. In the US, similar procedures can cost $30,000–$60,000 USD or more, and in Western Europe, $15,000–$30,000 USD. These Chinese prices often include hospital stay, surgeon fees, and basic follow-up, but exclude travel and accommodation.