Breast Cancer Treatment in Israel

Successful treatment of breast cancer in Israel is the result of a qualified and thoughtful approach of specialists to medical and diagnostic procedures.

Medical centers of Israel are considered to be among the best in the world in terms of technical equipment and introduction of the newest treatment options for oncopathology. The Israeli clinics differ and the quality of medical care: as a rule, all patients are under constant supervision of courteous and attentive medical specialists.

Medical specialists of Israel achieve excellent results in the therapy of oncology, including breast cancer. According to statistics, cancer treatment in Israel in 90-95% is successful. Of course, much depends on the condition of patients and on the timely detection of malignant pathology.

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Methods of treatment of breast cancer in Israel

The scheme and methods of treatment of breast cancer in Israel are determined by the results of the diagnosis and taking into account the stage of development of the tumor, the age of the patient, the presence of metastases and other factors. When all the questions about the tumor are clarified, the professors develop a treatment regimen and form a team of specialists who will deal with a particular patient. Of course, all options for the treatment process will be discussed with the patient.

Surgical methods of treatment allow you to completely get rid of neoplasm at early stages of development. Operations can be of two types:

• sectoral (when the resection is subjected to only the affected area of the breast, while retaining the organ);
• radical (providing complete resection of the breast).

During the operation, certain elements of pathologically altered tissues are taken without fail and directed to histological examination.

Sometimes the operation may be accompanied by the removal of nearby lymph nodes. Such a removal is also different:

• selective removal of lymph nodes;
• complete removal of all axillary lymph nodes.

If during the operative intervention a complete removal of the lymph nodes has been performed, specific measures are taken to normalize the lymph flow and restore the motor ability of the hands. Cosmetic plastic is usually performed with the use of intrathoracic implants.

To reduce the risk of re-development of oncology, surgical treatment is often performed along with other methods of treatment, including radio and chemotherapy, hormone treatment. Such methods can be used either before the operative intervention, or after it. Additional treatment is also determined individually.

The method of radiation therapy is irradiation of the malignant area and nearby lymph nodes by means of X-rays. This method helps to neutralize cancer cells that could remain after surgical treatment. The usual course involves conducting daily sessions for 2 months.

Sometimes specialists use the method of intraoperative radiotherapy, when exposure to radiation is performed directly during surgery. This method is used if there is a risk of incomplete tumor removal, or there is a large risk of re-development of the disease.

Chemotherapy is another possible treatment option for breast cancer. This method inhibits the growth of malignant cells through the action of special substances contained in the preparations. These drugs are often combined to enhance the effect. Chemotherapy is prescribed by short courses, which reduces the toxic effect on the body.

Hormonal therapy can be performed using drugs that inhibit the overall hormonal activity. In a conventional protocol, a drug called tamoxifen is prescribed, which is taken a long course for several years.

The recovery period is also carried out according to an individually selected scheme. The course of rehabilitation is carried out together with dieticians, LFK specialists, sociologists, psychologists, oncologists. As a rule, the patient already in the near future can return to the usual way of life.

Clinics in Israel for the treatment of breast cancer

• Herzliya Medical Center - leading oncologists, surgeons of the center serve clients from all over the world at the highest level. The employees of the diagnostic laboratory conduct international studies, which completely excludes any inaccuracies in the results. By the way, the diagnostic laboratory of Herzliya Medical Center serves most Israeli clinics.
• Meir Hospital, Kfar Saba - the specialists of this clinic practice on alternative options for the treatment of breast cancer. This treatment with biological preparations, the method of partial irradiation, radiotherapy with aiming variable intensity, one-stage high-precision irradiation, chemotherapy.
• The Institute of Oncology at the Ichilov State Medical Center (Suraski) is an advanced clinic offering treatment for breast cancer at affordable cost. The clinic cooperates with leading oncologists of the world, therefore has access to the latest medical technologies and diagnostic methods.
• Assuta Hospital - in this clinic use the following methods of treatment of breast cancer: surgical removal of tumors, radiotherapy, chemotherapy, methods of biological and hormonal effects. Success in the treatment of cancer in the medical centers of Assuta is a derivative of the complex activity of surgeons-mammologists and plastic surgery specialists. In Assuta, you can get the diagnosis, treatment, as well as preventive examination of the mammary glands.

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Reviews about the treatment of breast cancer in Israel

As the patients themselves, who came to Israel for treatment, say, reviews of breast cancer treatment posted on the Internet are very helpful in choosing a clinic and a specific specialist. There are many clinics and medical centers in the country that offer quality services and guarantee an excellent result of treatment. And, judging by the reviews, it really is. Israeli doctors are making every effort to give the patient a new healthy life.

It is interesting and, unfortunately, unusual for our person that besides direct treatment of breast cancer, doctors try to pay attention to the psychological state of the patient, and all the schemes of therapeutic measures are coordinated not only between themselves, but also with the patient.

Of course, in our country there are good specialists, including surgeons. But in Israel, for specialists, first of all, there are more possibilities in terms of equipment, the latest technologies in treatment and diagnostics.

In short, most of the reviews on the treatment of breast cancer in Israel boil down to one thing: if there is an opportunity, it is worthwhile to take care of your health in the Israeli clinic. The results from such treatment are only expected to be positive.

Cost of treatment for breast cancer in Israel

Prices for the treatment of breast cancer in Israel depend on the complex of diagnostic and treatment procedures that the patient is undergoing.

Here is an approximate estimate of the cost of diagnosing breast cancer:

• laboratory studies - from $ 800;
• mammogram, ultrasound and specialist consultation - from $ 780;
• biopsy of mammary gland tissue and lymph nodes, pathohistology - from $ 2500;
• an estimate of the probability of spread of metastases using PET CT - from $ 1900;
• computed tomography - from $ 1100;
• repeated consultation mammologist - from $ 500.

Treatment procedures are appointed by the doctor on the basis of diagnostic results. We will know their approximate cost:

• operation resection + two days stay in the ward - from $ 13000;
• control analysis of tissues for the content of cancer cell residues - from $ 1100;
• accelerated biopsy of the removed tissues and lymph nodes, the final pathogastology in combination with immunohistochemical analysis - from $ 2,200;
• chemotherapy - from $ 5000;
• radiotherapy - from $ 15000.

An anesthesia, hospital stay is paid separately. Prices for research may vary depending on the urgency of the order.

Treatment for breast cancer in Israel is selected according to the patient's individual program, but only after a thorough diagnosis and determination of the pathology stage, as well as the extent of tissue damage.

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