When the main hematopoietic organ is affected by cancer, it is essential to receive high-quality medical assistance as soon as possible according to the most modern standards. At Top Ihilov, treatment is offered that can completely eliminate the disease at an early stage and significantly increase the duration of remission at a more advanced stage. Methods for treating bone marrow cancer in Israel are constantly being improved, with modern developments replacing less effective ones. If previously this diagnosis was a death sentence, now the doctors at Top Ihilov have all the means for a successful fight against the disease. Confirmation of this is the opinions of those who have undergone bone marrow cancer treatment in Israel: reviews indicate high results from Israeli doctors.
The clinic provides comfortable conditions for patients (both adults and children). The wards are equipped with everything necessary, round-the-clock monitoring is provided, and the attending physician is present in case of emergency. Another advantage noted by everyone who received bone marrow cancer treatment in Israel is that the prices are significantly lower than in other world-renowned cancer treatment centers.
Treatment Methods for Bone Marrow Cancer in Israel
The hematopoietic system can be affected by various types of cancer, so therapy is selected based on the specific clinical picture. The prevalence of the process, the presence of localized lesions, and many other factors are taken into account.
Chemotherapy. The first stage of treatment for malignant processes in the bone marrow. The type of cytostatic drug and dosages are determined based on the aggressiveness of the cancer. The treatment aims to slow down the development and stop the malignant process, relieve pain, and bring the disease out of the acute phase. If the cancer does not respond to the standard treatment protocol, high-dose chemotherapy may be prescribed – administering the drug in the maximum possible doses.
Monoclonal Antibody Therapy. A revolutionary method not available in all clinics. Thanks to an innovative approach that involves selective action on atypical cells, it is the most gentle therapy. The essence of it is that monoclonal antibodies react to a specific protein found on the surface of cancer cells and attach to them. Depending on the specific case, treatment with monoclonal antibodies may be conducted at Top Ihilov for various purposes. For example, to help the immune system recognize atypical cells and begin fighting them. Or to deliver radioactive particles or special drugs attached to monoclonal antibodies into them. This type of treatment can be part of the cancer therapy plan at different stages.
Radiation Therapy. A solitary lesion with clear boundaries can be removed or significantly reduced in size by exposing it to ionizing radiation. Radiation therapy can be used in combination with chemotherapy or surgery and may be applied to alleviate exacerbation before a bone marrow transplant procedure. At Top Ihilov, the latest technology is used for radiation therapy sessions, which allows for a reduction in the number of sessions while maintaining consistently high results. Linear accelerators generate beams that precisely target the pathological focus, minimizing radiation exposure to adjacent tissues and organs.
Surgical Operation. In some types of bone cancer, such as Ewing's sarcoma, osteosarcoma, and chondrosarcoma, tumours form in the bones. They are surgically removed, and at Top Ihilov, most operations are performed using minimally invasive techniques, preserving the organ and subsequent reconstruction. Neoplasms and the adjacent bone tissue are removed, and if the resulting defect is small, it is filled with the patient's own bone material. This way, the integrity of the bone is restored in the shortest possible time. If the damage is extensive and a minimally invasive operation is not possible, the affected area is replaced with a high-quality prosthesis made from biocompatible materials. Before the operation, computer modeling is performed, and a prosthesis is made that is anatomically as close as possible to the parameters of the "native" bone.
Bone Marrow Transplantation. At Top Ihilov, all conditions are created for performing the technologically complex procedure of bone marrow transplantation, which restores hematopoiesis and ensures long-term remission. It is used for many types of bone marrow cancer – leukemia, leukaemia, and other oncopathologies of the hematopoietic system. Bone marrow transplantation can be performed from a donor (allogeneic transplantation) or from the patient themselves (autologous transplantation). The latter is preferable because there is no rejection of foreign biological material. The patient undergoes bone marrow collection before the chemotherapy course: an incision is made on the thigh, then a special needle is inserted into the femur, and the necessary amount of material is collected. In the laboratory, it is purified of toxins and atypical cells and stored at low temperatures until the chemotherapy course is completed. The collected material is then transfused back intravenously.
Diagnosis of Bone Marrow Cancer in Israel
The accuracy of research conducted at Top Ihilov is among the highest due to the availability of the latest generation diagnostic equipment at the center. In 30% of cases, Israeli doctors refute the diagnosis made to the patient in their home country. The duration of the examination is about three days.
Day 1: Arrival at the Clinic
Immediately after arriving in Israel, the patient goes for a consultation with the attending oncologist-hematologist. They familiarize themselves with the medical history and conduct an examination. To overcome the language barrier, the patient is accompanied by a Russian-speaking case manager.
Day 2: Examinations
Typically, when there is a suspicion of cancer in the hematopoietic system, the following studies are conducted:
- Laboratory tests of blood, urine, and stool.
- Biopsy for histological analysis.
Instrumental studies for visualizing cancer formations and detecting secondary foci:
- MRI.
- Scintigraphy.
- PET-CT and others.
Day 3: Consultation
The treatment plan is determined collegially, with an expert group meeting attended by doctors of various specialties: hematologists, oncologists, radiologists, and chemotherapists. An interdisciplinary approach in developing the therapy strategy allows for selecting the most effective method for this clinical case.
Cost of Bone Marrow Cancer Treatment in Israel
The cost of procedures, medications, and surgery at Top Ihilov offers the most optimal price-quality ratio. It is a state clinic where prices are officially set by the government. They are one-third or even half lower than for similar treatment in European or American medical centers, where the effectiveness is equally high.
Advantages of Treatment at Top Ihilov
- High effectiveness rates. Top Ihilov is the largest clinic in Israel. According to WHO data, this country conducts the most successful treatment of various types of cancer.
- Qualified medical staff. The center employs experienced and highly qualified doctors whose authority is recognized not only in the Middle East but also in Europe and the USA.
- Innovative techniques. The clinic constantly implements the most progressive therapy methods that yield the best effectiveness rates.
- Organ-preserving surgeries. Israeli surgeons fight to preserve the organ affected by oncopathology until the last moment. Even if in other countries a patient is advised to undergo amputation, at Top Ihilov, in many cases, it is possible to avoid it.
- Moderate costs. Prices for expensive procedures and medications are lower than in other countries with similarly developed healthcare systems.