Doctor Yulia Grinbergleading oncologist
Unfortunately, recurrent breast cancer still occurs in the practice of specialists at the Top Ihilov Medical Center. Typically, the disease arises within three to five years after the treatment of the primary cancer. The causes may include a tumour of significant size in a patient with metastases.
Objective reasons include insufficiently effective treatment of the first tumour. However, it is difficult to blame the doctors for this, as often the overall condition of the patient does not allow for a total operation, and chemotherapy and radiotherapy are unable to completely suppress the process.
The localization of the recurrent tumour may not only be at the site of the previous one but also in distant organs if the previous lesion was accompanied by distant metastases. However, there is no need to despair. The time elapsed since the first treatment strengthens the woman, and specialists can completely remove the recurrence.
At the Top Ihilov clinic, all women over 45 years old are required to undergo mammography as part of a planned program. This examination is conducted under a government program for the early detection of cancer in women. It is beneficial if patients also undergo annual examinations with a mammologist in their home country, as this significantly reduces the risk of malignant tumours.
Treatment of Recurrent Breast Cancer at Top Ihilov
The treatment methods depend on the severity of the condition, the localization of the focus, the methods used for the treatment of the primary tumour, etc. The goal of treatment is the complete removal of the tumour. Patients are required to undergo chemotherapy, radiotherapy, and often treatment involves a combined method that includes both hormonal therapy and immunotherapy. The method of surgical intervention is chosen according to the treatment program and depends on the indications.
Advantages of Treating Recurrent Breast Cancer at Our Clinic
- Highly qualified specialists at Top Ihilov will choose the most effective intervention appropriate for the disease;
- Treatment at our center is conducted using the latest medical advancements in cancer treatment;
- Women after treatment require rehabilitation, and multidisciplinary specialists, including psychologists, work with patients.
The development of a tumour in the second breast may be classified as a primary disease if it did not arise as a recurrence. Treatment of the primary focus is conducted with subsequent chemotherapy and radiotherapy.
Cost of Treatment for Recurrent Breast Cancer
Treatment of recurrent breast cancer is conducted comprehensively, so its cost is determined by the size of the tumour, the presence or absence of metastases, the volume of necessary surgical intervention, the number of cycles of chemotherapy, etc.
Compared to European clinics, the cost of treating recurrent breast cancer in Israeli hospitals is much more affordable. For many patients who have already undergone treatment at Top Ihilov, the savings amounted to 35-45%.