Adrenal Cortex Cancer Treatment in Israel

Professor Aaron Sulkes

Head of the Oncology Center

In Israel, at the best clinics in the country, such as Top Ichilov, medical professionals are constantly searching for new surgical and medicinal treatment methods for this disease, testing the effectiveness of new treatment regimens in clinical trials, and developing a new branch of medicine known as biological therapy, "forcing" the patient's immune system to fight cancer. It is this zeal and understanding of the depth of responsibility for the health and lives of patients that explains the effectiveness of cancer therapy at the Top Ichilov Medical Center: here, oncology patients are literally given a chance for a second life.

99%

of surgeries at the Top Ichilov clinic are performed using minimally invasive methods

30%

of cancer cases can be prevented, thanks to diagnosis at stage 0

100%

high-precision diagnostic program

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Surgeons at the Top Ichilov clinic perform intricate surgeries to remove adrenal glands, and when it comes to developing drug treatment protocols for the disease, Israeli oncologists and endocrinologists are unmatched: their achievements in this field are recognized by the entire medical community.

Advantages of Treatment at the Top Ichilov Clinic

1. The Top Ichilov Medical Center is equipped with all necessary equipment for diagnosing and treating adrenal cortex cancer (including the "CyberKnife" system, robotic technology);
2. The clinic's surgeons are renowned for their meticulously performed surgeries;
3. The cost of treatment in Israel is moderate compared to the prices for medical services in Europe and the USA.

Adrenal Cortex Cancer: Treatment in Israel at Top Ichilov

Adrenal cortex cancer is a tumor that occupies a very insignificant place in the overall structure of oncological diseases. However, this does not mean that medically advanced countries do not address the problem of effective therapy for this pathology.

Treatment of adrenal cortex cancer depends on the stage of disease progression and the presence of distant metastases.

• Surgical Treatment. Adrenalectomy (removal of the adrenal gland) is prescribed for operable patients in 75% of cases. If cancer is diagnosed at an early stage (which, unfortunately, happens very rarely), surgeons can remove only the tumor while preserving both the adrenal gland and the kidney. In some cases, surgeons also remove lymph nodes that may be affected by metastases. Often, surgical intervention is indicated even in cases of metastasis. At the Top Ichilov clinic, surgeons can perform adrenalectomy using robotic technology, which significantly increases the precision of the procedures and reduces the risk of complications.
• Radiation Therapy. This is not a standalone treatment method and is performed in conjunction with surgery to destroy cancer cells in the lymph nodes. At the Top Ichilov Medical Center, they practice not only radiotherapy but also radiosurgery using the innovative "CyberKnife" device.
• Chemotherapy. This is prescribed either as a standalone treatment (if the tumor is inoperable) or in combination with other types of treatment. Doctors at the Top Ichilov clinic develop an individual treatment regimen using highly effective drugs for each patient. Clinical trials conducted in Israel have proven that prolonged use of the aforementioned drugs significantly reduces the risk of tumor recurrence.

Diagnosis of Adrenal Cortex Cancer in Israel

First Day

On the day of arrival, the patient undergoes a preliminary consultation with a leading oncologist. The doctor conducts an initial examination, carefully studies the medical history, and if the patient has brought examination results, the doctor analyzes them attentively and provides directions for further diagnostics.

Second Day

At the Top Ichilov clinic, a basic diagnostic program is used for examining patients with adrenal cortex cancer, consisting of the following tests and procedures:

• Blood tests with specific examinations (depending on the endocrine symptoms of the disease, the patient is prescribed a 24-hour cortisol level test, a salt load blood test, a 12-hour dexamethasone test, etc.);
• MRI;
• CT;
• Tumor biopsy;
• PET-CT;
• Angiography and/or phlebography.

To accurately determine the size and location of the tumor, as well as the stage of the disease, the doctor may prescribe additional types of examinations.

Third Day

On the third day, an expert group of leading oncologists, nephrologists, and specialists in radiation and chemotherapy develops a comprehensive treatment plan. The experts continuously monitor the patient's condition and adjust the treatment plan if necessary.

Modern Diagnostic Procedures