Significant progress has been made in Israel in the treatment of Sézary syndrome, a type of cutaneous T-cell lymphoma (CTCL). The country's top specialists, who are skilled in the most modern treatment methods for the disease, collaborate with the Ichilov clinic. High-quality medical care is available here for those diagnosed with complex forms of the disease. Treatment of Sézary syndrome at the Ichilov clinic yields positive results in more than 90% of cases, and doctors make every effort to ensure a successful return of the patient to a full life. On our website, you will find up-to-date information on how the diagnosis and treatment of the disease are conducted in Israel, reviews, clinic overviews, and their capabilities.
How Sézary Syndrome is Treated
Treatment of Sézary syndrome in Israel is constantly improving and supplemented with new modern methods. Today, there are many effective treatment methods for Sézary syndrome that are successfully applied at the Ichilov clinic.
Since the disease is chronic and systemic (affecting the entire body), Sézary syndrome is usually treated comprehensively. The specific treatment for individual patients depends on many factors, including overall health and the stage of the disease.
Common treatment methods include:
- Biological or immunotherapy – this treatment is used to stimulate the patient's own immune system to fight cancer.
- Chemotherapy – a drug-based conservative treatment. Medications are taken orally or infused into a vein to stop the growth of rapidly dividing cancer cells.
- Extracorporeal photopheresis (ECP), a procedure used to expose blood to ultraviolet light.
- Histone deacetylase inhibitors, a class of drugs that cause chemical changes preventing tumour cells from dividing.
- Phototherapy, such as the drug psoralen and ultraviolet A (PUVA) directed at the skin, or ultraviolet B (UVB) or narrowband ultraviolet B (NBUVB) directed at the skin.
- Radiation therapy, which uses high-energy X-rays or other forms of radiation to destroy cancer cells or prevent their growth.
- Retinoids – drugs related to vitamin A that can slow the development of certain types of cancer cells.
How Sézary Syndrome is Diagnosed
The diagnosis of the disease is conducted at Ichilov by several experts, as the disease has a systemic nature. It is very important that the diagnosis is confirmed by a dermatologic oncologist or hematopathologist, who are experts in diagnosing lymphomas.
At the Ichilov clinic, they understand how important it is for foreign patients to receive an accurate diagnosis as quickly as possible, so as not to prolong their stay for treatment. For this purpose, the diagnostic process is planned in advance even before the patient's visit to the clinic and is scheduled by days.
First Day – Initial Consultation with a Leading Specialist
On the first day, after arriving at the clinic, the patient will have a consultation with the treating oncologist. During the appointment, the doctor reviews the medical history, studies the patient's previous test results, and clarifies the symptoms they are experiencing. After conducting a physical examination, the specialist orders the necessary tests.
Second Day – Diagnostic Studies
- Many of the same procedures used to diagnose and determine the stage of other types of cutaneous T-cell lymphomas are used for Sézary syndrome, including:
- Medical examination and medical history;
- Blood tests to identify antigens or markers on the surface of blood cells;
- Skin and/or lymph node biopsy (removal of a small piece of tissue) for examination under a microscope by a pathologist (a doctor who studies tissues and cells to identify diseases);
- A series of imaging tests, such as CT (computed tomography), MRI (magnetic resonance imaging), and/or PET (positron emission tomography), to determine if cancer has spread to lymph nodes or other organs.
- In addition to these diagnostic tests, a bone marrow biopsy may sometimes be required to check the full stage.
Third Day – Medical Conference
Based on the results obtained after the examination, a medical conference consisting of all specialists who will participate in the treatment of the disease verifies the diagnosis and collectively develops therapeutic options, clarifying further prognosis. The patient may attend the discussion and ask any questions regarding treatment.
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How Much Does Treatment of Sézary Syndrome Cost in Israel
The cost of treatment is calculated individually after all diagnostic procedures have been completed. The price of treatment for Sézary syndrome depends on many factors – the form of the disease, its stage, the age and overall condition of the patient – and is calculated based on the cost of all medical procedures and medications, as well as the number of days the patient will be hospitalized.
In any case, it should be noted that treatment of this disease at the Ichilov clinic in Israel will cost 30-40% less than in similar-level clinics in America or Western Europe. At the same time, the highest quality of medical care and high treatment efficacy are ensured. This is why the popularity of Israel as a medical tourism destination is growing every year, and the number of patients wishing to receive treatment in this country is increasing.
Advantages of Treatment in Israel
- High level of development of Israeli medicine. The most advanced models of medical equipment and the latest computerized systems are used here.
- The opportunity to be treated by world-class experts with extensive experience in treating lymphomas, including Sézary syndrome.
- Excellent organization of the trip for treatment and advance planning of the procedures necessary for verifying the diagnosis in the shortest possible time.
- Latest promising developments and technologies that are not yet available in domestic clinics, providing better chances for patients with advanced forms of the disease.
- Maximally comfortable conditions for staying in the clinic, personal case manager services to assist with organizational issues and everyday difficulties.