Bowen's disease is classified as a precancerous condition. At the same time, as soon as it is detected, treatment should begin immediately due to the high risks of progressing to an aggressive malignant form with rapid metastasis formation. At Top Ihilov Clinic, advanced diagnostic and treatment methods for this type of oncological pathology are employed, involving knowledgeable and experienced specialists and innovative technologies. As a result of the measures taken by the medical professionals, the cancerous focus is destroyed, the atypical process is prevented from spreading, and the patient recovers.
The selection of a therapeutic regimen is done individually, according to the clinical picture of the disease. Since the diagnosis of Bowen's disease in Israel is characterized by a high degree of accuracy, many foreign patients who doubt the diagnosis made in their home country only learn the root cause of the abnormal intraepidermal formation at Top Ihilov. A 100% accurate diagnosis allows for the selection of the optimal therapy method.
The cost of Bowen's disease treatment in Israel offers the best combination of price and quality.
Treatment Methods for Bowen's Disease in Israel
Diverse techniques can be used in the therapy of squamous cell carcinoma in situ. Their selection depends on the localization of the tumour (on the skin, nail bed, or mucous membranes), its form (ring, warty, pigmented). At Top Ihilov, only those methods that are progressive and have proven their effectiveness in clinical application are included in the treatment plan.
Local Chemotherapy. The application of a cytostatic drug directly on the neoplasm helps suppress cancer cells, halt tumour growth, and lead to its degradation. The medication is in the form of an ointment, and local application provides the necessary therapeutic effect while preventing the spread of the chemotherapeutic agent throughout the body, significantly reducing the toxic load on healthy organs and tissues.
Cryodestruction. Single foci of pathology are treated with liquid nitrogen at a temperature of about -200 °C. Rapid freezing causes instant necrosis of tissues, the tumour cells die, and the capillary system supplying the neoplasm with blood is destroyed. The absence of side effects and safety for healthy systems and organs allows for repeated use of cryodestruction if necessary.
Photodynamic Laser Therapy. A highly effective method for destroying neoplasms of various types, including those located on the skin. Before the procedure, a special substance that is sensitive to light and accumulates in cancerous tissues is introduced into the patient's body. After that, the pathological focus is treated with a highly precise laser beam. The high temperature created in the tissues contributes to the death of cancer cells.
Electrocoagulation. The same mechanism of burning the pathological focus with high temperature is used, but instead of a laser, high-frequency current is applied. It is delivered to the neoplasm using special electrodes. This method allows for the destruction of the cancerous focus with minimal blood loss.
Radiotherapy. If the above methods have proven ineffective against the spread of the cancer process, the patient undergoes sessions of radiotherapy. The radiation exposure to atypical tissues disrupts their DNA structure, rendering them incapable of further division. Thus, the cancer process is halted. Traditional radiotherapy at Top Ihilov Clinic has become even more effective due to the use of modern radiotherapy equipment. They have increased power and extremely precise focusing. Computer modeling allows for programming the direction of the beams to cover the entire area of the tumour without going beyond its edge, thus not harming the surrounding healthy tissues.
Surgery. Surgical excision of the tumour occurs within the boundaries of healthy tissues. It is performed under local anesthesia. In most cases, the surgery allows for the complete elimination of the cancerous focus and prevents metastasis.
Diagnosis of Bowen's Disease in Israel
There are cases when Bowen's disease is mistakenly diagnosed as leukoplakia, warts, psoriasis, or other skin pathologies. Without thorough diagnostics and conclusions from knowledgeable diagnosticians, any type of treatment will not be effective.
In order for the patient to verify that the diagnosis made in their home country is correct, Top Ihilov Clinic offers a "second opinion" service. A person can consult with the leading oncologist-dermatologist of the clinic via Skype while at home. Preliminary, the doctor receives examination data, images, and excerpts from the medical history. The expert confirms or refutes the diagnosticians' conclusions and provides treatment recommendations. After that, the patient decides on the advisability of coming to Israel.
At Top Ihilov, an individual program for staying at the clinic is created, and the schedule is arranged so that the patient does not waste time standing in queues. Typically, the time from the initial consultation to the development of a therapy plan takes no more than three days.
First Day. Arrival at the Clinic
The initial consultation for those who have already consulted with their treating physician via Skype is free. The doctor reviews the medical history, examines the patient, and prescribes necessary tests.
Second Day. Examination
When Bowen's disease is suspected, the following diagnostic studies are usually prescribed:
- Biopsy for histological analysis.
- Immunohistochemical tests.
- Laboratory blood tests.
If necessary, other types of diagnostics may also be prescribed.
Third Day. Expert Group
The therapy plan is developed collaboratively by doctors specializing in this pathology: a dermatologist, oncologist, surgeon, and others. An individual approach to determining therapy methods ensures the most objective assessment of the clinical picture of the disease.
Bowen's Disease Treatment in Israel: Prices
The cost of therapy at Top Ihilov Clinic is moderate. This is confirmed by the opinions of those who have undergone Bowen's disease treatment in Israel: reviews indicate that patients saved between 30% to 50% on therapy compared to its cost in European countries or America. Savings do not mean a lower level of medical services provided. It indicates that Israel offers quality treatment at the most accessible cost. The reason for this is government price regulation. For example, Top Ihilov Clinic is a state institution, so prices there are set at the level approved by the government.
Advantages of Treatment at Top Ihilov
- Highly Qualified Staff. As the largest clinic in Israel, Top Ihilov pays great attention to personnel policy. It employs dermatologists and oncologists of the highest qualification, who have undergone multi-stage training and have extensive clinical experience.
- Innovative Techniques. Only progressive treatment methods that yield high results are prescribed here.
- High-Precision Diagnostics. Thanks to the latest diagnostic technologies, patients can be 100% confident in the diagnoses made by Israeli doctors.
- Moderate Prices. The quality of services provided here is no worse than that in the largest European clinics, while prices are much lower.
- Personal Support. A case manager will assist in organizing treatment and act as a translator.