Ichilov Clinic is one of the places where you can receive quality medical care at an affordable price in Israel. Located in the center of Tel Aviv, it is the second largest medical center in Israel, offering its patients the most advanced technologies and all types of medical care—from complex neurosurgical and cardiac interventions to procedures performed at the molecular genetics level. The clinic also successfully treats hyperaldosteronism.
Patients from any country at any stage of the disease can be received here. The clinic is equipped with the most modern equipment. This allows for necessary examinations for timely diagnosis and effective treatment. The interdisciplinary comprehensive approach used in the clinic enables doctors to achieve the best results by making informed decisions, considering all nuances of the disease and the patient's condition. Reviews about treatment at the clinic can be read in the corresponding section of the website.
About the Disease
Hyperaldosteronism is a condition in which the adrenal glands produce too much aldosterone, leading to hypertension (high blood pressure) and low potassium levels in the blood.
Primary hyperaldosteronism can be caused by either hyperactivity of one adrenal gland (unilateral disease) or both (bilateral disease). Unilateral disease is usually caused by an aldosterone-producing adenoma (a benign tumor) and less frequently by cancer or adrenal hyperplasia (when the entire gland is hyperactive). Bilateral disease is usually caused by bilateral hyperplasia (when both glands are hyperactive). There are rare genetic syndromes, such as familial hyperaldosteronism types I and II, that can cause hyperactivity of both glands.
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Treatment Methods for Hyperaldosteronism
Treatment of hyperaldosteronism aims to reduce aldosterone levels or block the effects of aldosterone, high blood pressure, and low potassium levels in the blood. There are several ways to achieve this, depending on the cause of hyperaldosteronism.
Medication Treatment
First of all, patients are prescribed mineralocorticoid receptor antagonists, such as spironolactone. This type of medication blocks the effects of aldosterone on the body, such as high blood pressure and low potassium levels in the blood. However, the patient may still need to take additional medications to control blood pressure.
Surgery
If a tumor is found on one of the adrenal glands, surgical removal of the affected organ may be the treatment of choice. After a procedure called adrenalectomy, patients experience a noticeable reduction in blood pressure. As the patient recovers, the doctor will regularly monitor blood pressure to replace the blood pressure medication with a more suitable one. Eventually, many patients may completely discontinue blood pressure medications.
Lifestyle Changes
In addition to medications and surgical intervention, the doctor will also outline a set of lifestyle changes to provide additional health benefits and help counteract the effects of excess aldosterone.
Diagnostic Methods for the Disease
All diagnostic procedures are carefully planned at Ichilov, so examinations do not take much time, usually lasting only three days.
Upon arrival at the clinic, the patient meets with the attending physician. The doctor conducts an examination, reviews the medical history, and collects a detailed medical history. If the patient has symptoms of hyperaldosteronism, the doctor will order necessary tests to confirm the diagnosis and rule out other conditions with similar symptoms.
The following types of tests may be ordered to diagnose hyperaldosteronism:
- Blood test to check aldosterone and renin levels, an enzyme produced by the kidneys.
- Captopril challenge test. This blood test measures aldosterone, renin, and other substances after taking a dose of captopril, an ACE inhibitor.
- Saline infusion test. This blood test measures aldosterone, renin, and other levels after intravenous administration of sodium and saline solution.
- Salt loading test. It measures aldosterone and sodium levels in urine after following a high-sodium diet for three to five days.
- Fludrocortisone suppression test. This study involves taking fludrocortisone, an oral steroid that mimics aldosterone.
- CT or MRI of the abdomen. These imaging tests allow for checking for tumors on or around the adrenal glands.
- Adrenal vein sampling. This involves taking a blood sample directly from the vein of each adrenal gland and determining the amount of aldosterone in it.
When the test results are ready, the overall picture is analyzed by a whole team of doctors at a medical council. The collegial multidisciplinary approach helps avoid medical errors, select the optimal treatment regimen, and improve the overall prognosis.
- Computed Tomography
- Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI)
What is the Cost of Treatment in Israel
The final cost of treatment at Ichilov Clinic is calculated after the examination is completed and the therapeutic plan is approved. A preliminary estimate can be obtained in advance by contacting a consultant who will ask a series of questions and send the current price list for possible procedures.
On average, the price of medical procedures in Israel is always lower than in European clinics, which is why patients from all over the world choose this medical direction, relying on the perfect balance of price and quality of services.
Advantages of Treatment at Ichilov Clinic
- The medical center meets international standards for medical procedures, diagnostic tests, and clinical research.
- Ichilov doctors are highly regarded worldwide for their expertise and innovative methods, with about 90% having practiced or trained abroad in leading medical institutions in North America or Europe.
- The clinic employs the most progressive treatment methods, many of which are not available in many countries around the world.
- The clinic's specialists use the latest and most advanced technologies for cutting-edge therapeutic services and accurate diagnostic tests.
- First-class services, including personal accompanying and translation services, if necessary, and psychologists, allow patients to feel as comfortable as possible throughout their stay.
If you or your loved ones have signs of the disease and wish to receive treatment abroad, please contact us at the phone number provided on this website. We will be happy to assist in organizing the trip and consultations with the best specialists in Israel.