Colon Cancer Treatment in Israel

Professor Hagit Tulchinsky

leading colorectal surgeon

Top Ichilov Clinic collaborates with the most renowned Israeli colorectal surgeons and oncologists, such as Professor Hagit Tulchinsky, Professors Oded Zmora and Micha Raba, and many others. Annually, over 80% of patients at Top Ichilov suffering from various malignant intestinal tumours fully recover or significantly improve their condition and remain in long-term stable remission thanks to the use of the latest targeted and immunotherapy drugs, as well as innovative techniques, including gentle laparoscopic surgery and advanced HIPEC chemotherapy procedures.

30%

of "colon cancer" diagnoses made in CIS countries are refuted at Top Ichilov

83%

of Top Ichilov patients were free of colon cancer in 2016 or achieved stable remission

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Colon Cancer Treatment in Israel: Innovative Methods

Based on the diagnostic results, the attending physician decides on the method of treating colon cancer. Among these methods:

Conservative Treatment

• Pharmacology. The most modern medications are used at Top Ichilov to alleviate disease symptoms.
• Radiotherapy. Used to reduce the size of the tumour, it can be applied as a standalone or additional treatment method.
• Chemotherapy. Conducted after surgery to prevent recurrences or as palliative treatment (improving quality of life). Top Ichilov performs advanced HIPEC procedures.

Surgical Removal of the Intestinal Tumour

The indication for surgery is a localized tumour that has not spread beyond the intestine or has only affected the intestinal lymph nodes. Depending on the tumour's location, the surgeon applies one of the colectomy techniques; however, all types of surgeries performed at Top Ichilov aim to maximize the preservation of healthy tissues. Any colectomy surgery is accompanied by a lymph node revision and is performed without the application of a colostomy. If possible, minimally invasive laparoscopic surgery through small incisions is used, which shortens and eases rehabilitation and reduces the risk of complications.

In rare cases, the da Vinci robotic system is used, allowing for the precise removal of the tumour and lymph nodes.

After discharge from the hospital, the patient must remain in Israel for another 10 days: during this time, they will be monitored by the attending physician and can fly home after the stitches are removed.

Accurate and Early Diagnosis of Colon Cancer at Top Ichilov

Colon cancer treatment in Israel, at Top Ichilov Clinic, begins with the patient undergoing a basic diagnostic examination that allows for a highly accurate determination of the tumour's location, the presence of distant metastases, and the degree and severity of the disease. The basic program includes the following studies:

• Comprehensive laboratory tests using tumor markers;
• Colonoscopy with biopsy and subsequent urgent histopathological analysis of the collected material;
• PET CT. A modern method for visualizing internal organs. Informative, safe, and often only available in the best clinics worldwide;
• Consultation with a colorectal surgeon.

In addition to the basic studies, the physician may prescribe additional tests and consultations for the patient. The diagnostic program for suspected colon cancer conducted at Top Ichilov will be optimal in terms of timing and will lead to an accurate diagnosis.

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