Israel has long and justifiably attracted patients from around the world with its high level of medicine. An important role in this is played by the development of medical tourism, based on state-of-the-art treatment approaches, collegial consideration of each case, and excellent patient accommodation conditions. Among the diseases that patients frequently seek treatment for in Israeli clinics, foot cancer holds a special place. Doctors in Israel are proficient in all advanced treatment methods for this disease, including the latest developments in immunotherapy, targeted therapy, and robotic surgery. Each case is carefully reviewed by a team of doctors, allowing for the selection of the optimal treatment plan considering all individual patient characteristics.
In addition to advanced medical care, patients in Israeli clinics can expect comfortable accommodation. They are provided with cozy rooms equipped with everything necessary, as well as a wide range of additional services that make their stay in the clinic as comfortable as possible.
About the Disease
Foot cancer is a malignant neoplasm that can develop in various tissues of the foot. There are several types of foot cancer:
- Melanoma: the most common type of foot cancer, which develops from pigment cells.
- Squamous cell carcinoma: develops from skin cells.
- Basal cell carcinoma: a less aggressive type of skin cancer that rarely spreads to other parts of the body.
- Sarcoma: develops from bones, cartilage, muscles, or other connective tissues.
- Adenocarcinoma: develops from glands.
Causes of the Disease
- Prolonged exposure to ultraviolet rays from the sun on the skin of the foot.
- Genetic predisposition.
- Skin injuries on the foot, including burns, wounds, or prolonged irritation.
- Skin aging on the foot.
Possible Symptoms
- Appearance of new or changes in size, shape, or color of moles, warts, or ulcers on the foot.
- Non-healing ulcers or wounds on the foot.
- Increased sensitivity, pain, or itching in the foot area.
- Formation of thickening or ulcerative formations that do not resolve over time.
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Treatment Methods for Foot Cancer
At Ichilov, the choice of treatment methods is made considering advanced medical technologies, current scientific research, and individual characteristics of each patient. The team of specialists discusses and recommends the optimal treatment plan, taking into account effectiveness, safety, and patient preferences.
Surgery
Surgical removal of the tumor is one of the main treatment methods for foot cancer, applied in the early stages when the neoplasm has not spread to other tissues. Depending on the location, size, and type of tumor, as well as the overall condition of the patient, various types of surgeries may be performed.
- Surgical resection. Surgical removal includes the removal of the cancerous tumor and the surrounding healthy tissue. This is a common treatment option for localized skin cancers on the leg.
- Mohs surgery. Mohs surgery is a specialized technique that involves removing skin cancer layer by layer, with each layer examined under a microscope until all cancer cells are removed. It is often used for skin cancers on the leg, especially those with complex or recurring characteristics.
Radiation Therapy
Radiation therapy is a treatment method based on the impact of high-energy X-rays or protons on the tumor. It may be recommended in cases of skin cancer on the leg when surgical intervention is not possible, or as adjuvant treatment after surgery to ensure that all cancer cells are destroyed. It is used both as a standalone method and in combination with surgical treatment.
Types of radiation therapy:
- External beam radiation therapy: irradiating the tumor from outside using a special device.
- Brachytherapy: delivering a radioactive source directly to the tumor.
Chemotherapy
Chemotherapy is a treatment method based on the use of drugs that kill cancer cells. It is used both as a standalone method and in combination with surgical treatment and radiation therapy. Drugs may be administered as systemic injections or directly into the artery supplying the tumor.
Some topical agents, such as creams or gels containing chemotherapeutic or immunotherapeutic agents, may also be used. These agents work by specifically targeting and destroying cancer cells directly on the skin surface.
Targeted Therapy
Targeted therapy is a treatment method based on the use of drugs that target specific molecular changes in cancer cells without damaging healthy cells.
Types of targeted therapy:
- Tyrosine kinase inhibitors: block signaling pathways necessary for the growth and division of cancer cells.
- Angiogenesis inhibitors: block the formation of new blood vessels that supply the tumor.
Immunotherapy
Immunotherapy is a treatment method that activates the patient's own immune system to fight cancer. For skin cancer on the foot, the following types of immunotherapy may be used:
- Immune checkpoint inhibitors: these drugs block molecules that suppress the immune response, allowing immune cells to attack cancer cells.
- CAR-T cell therapy: in this therapy, the patient's T-cells are modified in the laboratory so that they can recognize and destroy cancer cells.
- Radiation Therapy
- Chemotherapy
Diagnostic Methods for the Disease
In Israeli clinics, diagnostics are conducted on high-precision equipment, ensuring the most reliable results. All procedures are planned in advance and carried out in a timely manner, allowing patients to minimize waiting time and quickly begin treatment.
First Day
Upon arrival at Ichilov clinic, the patient undergoes a consultation with an experienced oncologist. During the examination, the doctor carefully listens to the patient's complaints, studies their medical history and family history, conducts a thorough examination of the foot, and orders necessary additional tests.
Second Day
On the second day, the patient undergoes a comprehensive set of laboratory and instrumental studies necessary for an accurate diagnosis:
- Blood tests: complete blood count, biochemical blood test, tumor marker blood test.
- X-ray of the foot.
- Ultrasound of the foot.
- MRI of the foot.
- CT of the foot.
- Biopsy (if necessary).
Third Day
On the third day, a team of doctors, including oncologists, surgeons, radiologists, chemotherapists, and other specialists, develops an individual treatment plan based on all the data obtained. The collegial approach to treatment helps avoid medical errors and combines the experience of different specialists in creating the ideal treatment scheme suitable for this particular clinical case.
- Biopsy
- Computed Tomography
- Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI)
- X-ray
- Ultrasound
- Blood Biochemistry
How Much Does Treatment Cost in Israel
The cost of foot cancer treatment at Ichilov clinic is calculated individually based on numerous factors, such as the stage of cancer, chosen treatment methods, and individual patient needs.
If you would like to receive an individual price estimate, please contact for a consultation at the phone number provided on the website. The consultant will provide detailed information about treatment costs, possible financing options, and answer all questions.
Advantages of Treatment in Israel
- Use of advanced medical technologies.
- High level of medical expertise among specialized doctors.
- Individual approach to each patient.
- Effective use of innovative treatment methods.
- High standards of quality in medical care.
Do not ignore the signs of the disease. Before visiting an Israeli clinic, you can request a consultation with the necessary specialist via Skype or Zoom, providing the results of preliminary studies. This will allow you to receive specific recommendations and learn which methods of world medicine are best suited for your condition.