Neuro-oncology, radiosurgery, and craniotomy under MRI control
The "Brain Tumors" subcluster brings together materials on the diagnosis and treatment of primary and metastatic tumors of the central nervous system at the Ichilov (Sourasky) Medical Center in Tel Aviv. Here you will find articles on specific histological types — from low-grade gliomas and glioblastomas to meningiomas, schwannomas, ependymomas, medulloblastomas, pituitary adenomas, and brain metastases in adults and children.
The neuro-oncology program at Ichilov is built around a multidisciplinary Tumor Board that includes a neurosurgeon, medical oncologist, radiation therapist, neuroradiologist, and neuropathologist. The strategy is tailored after a detailed MRI with tractography and spectroscopy, PET-CT, and molecular-genetic analysis of tumor tissue, including markers IDH1/2, MGMT, and 1p/19q. This approach allows for the separation of operable cases from candidates for radiosurgery and accurately plans the extent of intervention.
The surgical arsenal of the Sourasky clinic includes microsurgical craniotomy, including "awake craniotomy" — a procedure with the patient awake to preserve speech and motor areas, intraoperative MRI and neuronavigation, fluorescent visualization with 5-ALA, and transsphenoidal access to skull base tumors. For inoperable or residual lesions, stereotactic radiosurgery, CyberKnife, and next-generation linear accelerators are used, while systemic therapy is complemented by targeted drugs, immunotherapy, and participation in clinical trials.
Special attention is given to postoperative neuro-oncological rehabilitation: working with a speech therapist, neuropsychologist, and physiotherapist helps restore cognitive functions, speech, and motor skills. The hub contains both overview materials on nosologies and notes on breakthrough technologies used at Ichilov. Below are articles on the topic, diagnostic and treatment programs, as well as specialized neurosurgeons and oncologists who can be contacted directly.
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Felix Bukshtein is a representative of a relatively new field in medicine – neuro-oncology. He heads the neuro-oncology department at Ichilov Medical Center. Bukshtein is one of the most authoritative Israeli specialists in this area. Neuro-oncology studies and treats brain and spinal cord tumors, peripheral nerve tumors, epileptic manifestations, and other pathological conditions.
A world-renowned specialist in pediatric neurosurgery. A graduate of the Hebrew University of Jerusalem with a specialization in microbiology. Konstantini completed his residency at Hadassah Medical Center in the field of neurosurgery. He participated in research in neurotraumatology conducted...
A renowned Israeli neurosurgeon specializing in the treatment of skull base diseases. Currently serves as the head of the neurosurgery department at Ichilov Medical Center. A graduate of the Sackler School of Medicine. After obtaining his degree, he completed a residency and has undergone further training multiple times. P...
A physician with over twenty years of experience in neurosurgery. He treats tumors in the head, neck, and base of the skull. Performs surgical operations on the pituitary gland and spinal cord. Specializes in treating patients with epilepsy, using resection or implants.
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Estimated prices for diagnostics, PET-CT, chemo- and immunotherapy, surgeries, and TKM at the Ichilov (Sourasky) medical center, Tel Aviv, and what a turnkey program includes.
Read moreHow the Ichilov (Sourasky) Medical Center diagnoses and treats primary and metastatic tumors of the brain and spinal cord: neuronavigation, awake craniotomy, stereotactic radiosurgery, Stupp protocol, TTFields, and clinical trials.
Read moreIn children, brain tumors occur several times less frequently than in adults. The reason lies in disruptions during fetal development. However, there are other factors that may have a negative impact – these include viral infections and genetic mutations. Brain tumors in children have one particular feature – they are located along the midline of the brain.
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Read moreThe development of brain tumors most often occurs in childhood. Currently, doctors in Israel have achieved significant results. The effectiveness in this case depends on the treatment regimen used, the stage of the disease, and the presence of metastases. Localization...
Read moreOf the numerous intracranial neoplasms, cerebellar tumors account for about thirty percent of all pathologies. They can be benign (for example, astrocytomas) and malignant (for example, medulloblastomas). The exact causes...
Read moreCentral nervous system tumors include neoplasms in the spinal cord and brain. These pathologies usually occur in individuals aged 20 to 50, and sometimes children also face such diseases. All tumors related to the central...
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Read moreA hamartoma in the lung is a growth made up of cartilage-like tissue and parts of the bronchial walls. It appears as a single round, usually lobulated mass ranging from five millimeters to five centimeters in size. It typically does not grow larger. A…
Read moreAngiomyolipomas are the most common type of benign tumors of the kidneys. Israeli specialists have been successfully selecting therapy for patients with various forms of angiomyolipomas for many years, maintaining the functional viability of the affected organ in more than 98% of cases. Thus…
Read moreHead of the Department of Bone and Soft Tissue Oncology
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Read moreNasopharyngeal cancers are neoplasms localized in the area of the head, neck, or throat. This type of oncology significantly differs from other cancer diseases. There are three types of nasopharyngeal cancer: squamous cell (keratinizing), undifferentiated, and squamous cell (non-keratinizing). Treatment of nasopharyngeal cancers in Israel is recognized as the most effective in the world.
Read moreThe Ichilov Clinic is equipped with modern diagnostic and therapeutic equipment of the latest generation. Here, high-precision diagnostics are performed, and the most advanced and effective methods for treating Lennert's lymphoma in Israel are applied. The medical center employs oncologists and hematologists who are recognized…
Read more84% durable remission rate in late-stage melanoma thanks to immunotherapy (pembrolizumab, nivolumab) and targeted agents.
Read moreColon cancer, a major section of the large intestine, is among the most common cancers, ranking third in the structure of all oncological diseases. The intestine itself is the second organ in the human body, after the lungs, most often affected by malignant neoplasms.
Read moreHead of the Department of Oncology of Bones and Soft Tissues
Read moreRecent studies have shown that Israel is one of the leaders in the success of therapy for various types of kidney cancer. Treatment of renal pelvis cancer in Israel is conducted according to an individualized comprehensive program, including the most effective innovative methods and medications for the patient.
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Read moreA muscle relaxant synthesized back in 1848 may become a modern drug against cancer. This refers to the well-known medical drug papaverine, which, as researchers from the Interdisciplinary Oncology Center at Ohio State University have proven, can significantly enhance the effectiveness…
Read moreFor over two years, genetic specialists at the Top Ichilov clinic have been conducting an individual oncogenetic test, InVitae, which allows for high precision in determining whether a cancerous disease is genetic and whether the patient should be concerned about its manifestation. The test consists of a complete genetic analysis of blood taken from the patient's vein or that of a close relative.
Read moreHow glioblastoma, meningioma, and brain metastases are treated at the Ichilov (Sourasky) Oncology Institute: neuronavigation, Gamma Knife, targeted and immunotherapy.
Read moreOne of the most common types of oncological diseases is lung cancer. Despite preventive measures being taken, the disease is becoming more frequent. Additionally, oncological diseases have a very high mortality rate…
Read moreMany foreign patients choose to treat epulis at the Top Ichilov Medical Center. Some are attracted by the speed of diagnosis (which usually takes only three to four days), others are interested in the high quality of therapy and the innovation of the methods used, and others — the skill of Israeli surgeons.…
Read moreThe Institute of Radiotherapy, operating within the largest medical complex in Tel Aviv, Sourasky (Ichilov), is the first medical institution outside the USA and Canada to be included in the Radiotherapy Oncology Group and has begun to implement…
Read moreThe first of its kind drug for treating oncological diseases, pegilodecakin, has shown positive results regarding safety and the potential to become a new therapeutic option for patients with non-small cell lung cancer and kidney cancer.
Read moreThe pancreas is one of the most vital organs in the human body. Located in the upper part of the abdominal cavity, the pancreas plays a direct role in the digestion of food, proteins, fats, carbohydrates…
Read moreColorectal cancer (CRC) remains a serious health threat, ranking high in cancer statistics. Existing screening methods, such as colonoscopy and stool tests, have proven effective in detecting the disease at early stages. However, they face…
Read moreDoctors at the Ichilov Medical Center are often recognized specialists in hematology and oncology with deep knowledge and experience in combating various forms of lymphoma. The treatment of bronchus-associated lymphoid tissue lymphoma (BALT lymphoma) in Israel utilizes advanced medical technologies and treatment methods...
Read moreLymphoblastic (non-Hodgkin) lymphoma is a group of similar diseases of the lymphatic system that develop without signs of Hodgkin's disease. Causes The causes of lymphoblastic lymphoma are unknown. Presumably influencing factors include…
Read moreIn the multidisciplinary medical institution, the Top Ichilov clinic, the procedure for lymph node (sentinel) biopsy is widely accepted. Diagnosing metastases in sentinel lymph nodes is the most reliable method to determine malignant breast tumors. It is clear that lymph nodes affected…
Read moreThanks to advancements in diagnostic imaging and the emergence of innovative medical and surgical techniques, the prognosis for patients with musculoskeletal tumors has significantly improved. Currently, limb-sparing surgeries are used for the treatment of musculoskeletal tumors at the Top Ichilov clinic.
Read moreAccording to recent studies, esophageal cancer ranks among the top ten most commonly diagnosed malignant diseases, with squamous cell carcinoma being the most frequently diagnosed type. Treatment of squamous cell carcinoma of the esophagus in Israel is conducted according to an individualized comprehensive program…
Read moreLung hemangioma is among the rare benign tumors of the organ, composed of enlarged blood vessels connected by anastomoses. Treatment of lung hemangioma in Israel follows an individually developed program for each patient that includes modern minimally invasive surgical methods.
Read moreTuberculosis of the mammary glands is a rather rare disease, which is explained by the high resistance of breast tissues to the mycobacteria that cause tuberculosis, and therefore only a few hospitals have proven treatment and diagnostic protocols. The Israeli clinic Top Ichilov is one of them…
Read moreStages of rehabilitation at the Top Ichilov Clinic
Read moreColorectal cancer ranks third in prevalence among all oncological diseases and second in mortality worldwide. Traditional treatment methods, while effective in many cases, are accompanied by severe side effects that significantly reduce the quality of life for patients.…
Read moreSoft tissue fibrosarcoma is a rare malignant tumor, and its successful treatment directly depends on the qualifications of specialists and the accuracy of diagnosis. This is why many patients choose Israeli clinics, which have long been among the leaders in the treatment of various types of sarcomas. T…
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Read moreHead of the Department of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery of the Head and Neck
Read moreThe Ichilov clinic employs leading oncologists and hematologists with significant experience in the diagnosis and therapy of oncological hematological diseases. The high qualifications of the staff and the latest medical equipment attract patients from all over the world for the treatment of immunoblastic B-cell lymphoma in Israel…
Read moreAdvanced multimodal protocols are used at the Ichilov clinic for the treatment of aggressive pericardial mesothelioma: from video-assisted surgery and intraoperative chemotherapy to targeted and immunotherapy. World-class experts determine the strategy at consultations based on the molecular-genetic profile of the tumor, allowing for results even in the most complex clinical cases.
Read moreThe Top Ichilov State Clinic provides highly effective treatment for all forms of aggressive oncological diseases. Leading specialists use the latest diagnostic methods, and flexible clinical protocols allow for the use of experimental treatments. Prices for treatment at Top Ichilov are controlled...
Read moreToday, Israel ranks among the top three leaders in medical tourism, with oncology being a priority area. Specialists of the highest qualification, many of whom are recognized worldwide, successfully address the issues of diagnosis and treatment of tumors of various types…
Read moreHow the Sourasky (Ichilov) Hematology Institute in Tel Aviv diagnoses and treats acute and chronic leukemia: induction, targeted therapy, CAR-T, and allogeneic stem cell transplantation.
Read moreAcute myeloblastic leukemia is a malignant pathology of the hematopoietic system that develops as a result of the tumor transformation of the myeloid lineage. Treatment of acute myeloblastic leukemia in Israel is intensive and comprehensive.
Read moreHead of the Neuro-Oncology Department
Read moreOncology is one of the priority and most developed areas of activity at the Top Ichilov clinic. Its first-class specialists, with years of experience and thousands of successfully conducted anti-cancer therapies, effectively combat even rare types of cancer, including lymphoma...
Read moreSyngeneic transplantation refers to the transplantation of bone marrow from a genetically identical donor, or the transplantation of stem cells from identical twins. This type of transplantation is only possible between individuals who have an identical genotype.
Read moreTo ensure you feel as comfortable as possible in our clinic, we provide a medical escort for free! Learn more about the details. The rapid development of medicine, especially oncology, the development and implementation of innovative therapeutic methods and drugs into clinical practice have led to remarkable successes in the treatment of lung sarcoma.
Read moreBenign and malignant neoplasms can develop in any organ of the female reproductive system, and the incidence of such pathologies is increasing every year. A large number of patients are diagnosed with various oncological formations, and the complexity of their treatment necessitates the presence of oncological gynecology departments in leading Israeli clinics.
Read moreIt has been established that some subtypes of melanoma, sarcoma, and renal cell carcinoma – but not all – respond well to treatment with new drugs known as immune checkpoint inhibitors, which utilize the body's well-known ability to generate an immune response against tumor cells carrying foreign antigens.
Read moreleading ophthalmic surgeon
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Read moreThe invention developed by a group of researchers from Tel Aviv University will allow for the removal of malignant tumors with greater precision, minimizing the possibility of damaging healthy tissues. The results of this discovery have become a true breakthrough in the field of oncology and were published in one…
Read moreDoctors in Israel have accumulated extensive experience in treating gastrinomas, both benign and malignant. At the Top Ichilov clinic, professionals conduct accurate diagnostics and choose the optimal treatment method for Zollinger-Ellison syndrome. The diagnosis of gastrinomas in…
Read moreTop Ichilov Clinic is among the best medical institutions in the country for the effectiveness of therapy for oncological diseases of the digestive system. Treatment of glucagonoma, a malignant neuroendocrine tumor of the pancreas, is handled here by highly qualified specialists who rely on the latest advancements in oncology.
Read moreThe specialists of the otolaryngology department at the Top Ichilov clinic possess high qualifications, allowing them to successfully treat a wide range of ENT diseases, including laryngeal, nasopharyngeal, and oropharyngeal cancers.
Read moreThe Top Ichilov Medical Center is one of the most progressive and effective clinics in Israel, specializing in the treatment of oncological diseases. The clinic has numerous specialized treatment departments and its own research center. Therefore, Top Ichilov has extensive practical experience in the therapy of almost all oncological diseases, including neurofibroma.
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