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Bowel Cancer Cost in Australia

Lifetime risk: 1 in 14 (1 in 13 men, 1 in 15 women) Australians will be diagnosed with Bowel Cancer

Cost Breakdown

Lifetime Out-of-Pocket Cost
$58,920
First Year Cost
$3,220
Treatment Costs
  • Colon resection$100-$2,000
  • Colonoscopy$20-$500
  • MRI of liver$100-$253

Source: Zurich Cost of Care Volume 2. Costs are averages and may vary based on individual circumstances.

Risk Statistics

Lifetime Risk
1 in 14 (1 in 13 men, 1 in 15 women)
Current Cases in Australia
15k
Annual Deaths
5k
Key Statistics
  • Under 50 Cases: 1 in 10 diagnosed under age 50
  • New Cases Per Day: 41
  • Colon Resection Oop: 63% experience out of pocket costs

Source: Zurich Cost of Care Volume 2. Statistics represent Australian population averages.

Financial Impact

The number of new cases has increased by 118% from 1982 to 2023. Up to a third of patients who have undergone surgery with curative intent will have a recurrence. Regional Australians have disproportionately worse outcomes.

Recovery Period
2 to 3 months (surgery)
Treatment Duration
4 to 6 months (chemotherapy)

Insurance Coverage Considerations

Trauma Insurance

Higher Priority
Common Amount
$70,704
From: $200,000

Bowel Cancer has an average lifetime cost of $58,920. Trauma insurance provides a lump sum payment upon diagnosis to cover treatment costs, recovery expenses, and income loss during treatment.

Important: The information above is based on average costs and factual data. It does not take into account your individual circumstances, needs, or financial situation.

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Related Cancer Conditions

Prostate Cancer

Lifetime cost: $42k

Risk: 1 in 5 men

Breast Cancer

Lifetime cost: $41k

Risk: 1 in 7 females, 1 in 638 males

Melanoma

Lifetime cost: $23k

Risk: 1 in 14 (1 in 12 men, 1 in 17 women)

Lung Cancer

Lifetime cost: $85k

Risk: 1 in 16 (1 in 15 men, 1 in 17 women)

Important Information

Cost estimates are from Zurich Cost of Care Volume 2 research and represent averages. Your actual costs may vary.

Insurance coverage recommendations are general in nature. This is general advice only and does not take into account your individual circumstances. Speak with a licensed adviser to determine appropriate coverage for your situation.

AR: 1244847 | AFSL: 246623

Source: Zurich Cost of Care Volume 2 (Released June 2024)