The Top Ichilov Medical Center is one of the most progressive and effective clinics in Israel, specializing in the treatment of oncological diseases. The clinic has numerous specialized treatment departments and its own research center. Therefore, Top Ichilov has extensive practical experience in the therapy of almost all oncological diseases, including neurofibroma.
Many people prefer Israeli medicine because the medical facilities here are equipped with the most modern equipment, the medical staff has a high level of professionalism, and numerous research centers are constantly working on improving diagnostic and treatment methods. This is why treatment for neurofibroma in Israel will undoubtedly be effective.
Neurofibroma is a benign oncological disease that develops from specific nerve tissue cells – Schwann cells and connective tissue cells – fibroblasts. Typically, tumors appear on the torso, arms, legs, and less frequently on the face and neck. Neurofibromas are often accompanied by the appearance of pigmented spots resembling freckles or the color of coffee with milk. Multiple neurofibromas occur, in which case the disease is called neurofibromatosis. Both solitary and multiple tumors are prone to malignant transformation.
How Neurofibroma Manifests
Usually, neurofibromas are subcutaneous soft formations. Often, the disease is asymptomatic; however, if the tumor grows in a confined space, for example, in the opening between the vertebrae, it may manifest as radiculopathy or neuropathy.
Treatment of Neurofibroma at Top Ichilov Clinic
Despite the fact that these benign tumors grow slowly, their tendency for malignant transformation is an indication for the removal of neurofibromas.
If a solitary tumor is located subcutaneously or in a place that allows for surgical intervention, surgery is performed. In some cases, if the localization of the neurofibroma allows, minimally invasive endoscopic intervention is used. Highly qualified onconeurosurgeons at Top Ichilov Clinic will remove the neurofibroma using state-of-the-art endoscopic equipment in the least traumatic way, which in turn will reduce the risk of complications and the duration of the postoperative period.
If the neurofibroma is located deeply or in an inaccessible place, then the main method of treatment will be stereotactic radiation therapy, which allows for the removal of the tumor using low doses of radiation with minimal impact on healthy tissues. This method, also practiced at Top Ichilov Clinic, is called CyberKnife and has virtually no contraindications. The advantage of this method is also that it does not require a long stay for the patient in the clinic. Immediately after the radiation procedure, the patient is discharged home. At the same time, the effect of the intervention does not appear immediately. It takes some time for the tumor to break down and scar.
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Diagnosis of Neurofibroma
Since neurofibromas are most often located subcutaneously, they are easily diagnosed through palpation and ultrasound. If the tumor is located deeper, then computed tomography or magnetic resonance imaging and ultrasound are performed. For a more accurate diagnosis, excisional biopsy with subsequent examination of the taken tissue under a microscope is used.