Innovations of Bone Cancer Therapy - Treatment in Germany
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Today, one of the main goals of medical research is the development of effective methods for cancer treatment. The introduction of innovative approaches to cancer treatment is conducted at specialized clinics in the country with a high level of healthcare. Germany is considered one of the most developed countries in Europe, and healthcare is provided at an exceptionally high level compared to other countries.
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- Innovative techniques of bone cancer treatment in Germany
- German hospitals dealing with bone cancer treatment
- Arrangement of treatment in Germany
Innovative techniques of bone cancer treatment in Germany
German scientific centers, which are world-renowned universities, conduct research on the effectiveness of innovative bone cancer treatment techniques. Therapeutic approaches developed in other prosperous countries are implemented here as well.
Therefore, Germany is one of the most sought-after states for medical tourists suffering from oncology.
German hospitals offer the following methods of bone cancer treatment:
Radioembolization is a combination of blood vessels that feed the tumor occlusion and ionizing radiation.
In contrast to standard radiotherapy, where the whole body is exposed to radiation, radioembolization to arteries carrying blood to the tumor results in micro particles that clog the lumen of the vessels and release radioactive isotopes. Their disintegration causes local irradiation of the tumor tissue in large doses without much harm to the body as a whole. Microparticles are made of glass and polymers, and the radioisotope used for treatment is the isotope yttrium Y-90.
Chemoembolization is a method of treatment where the side effects of chemotherapy are minimized due to the local effect of the drug on the tumor. The general principle of treatment is similar to that of radioembolization. As a difference, the embolus that closes the vessels feeding the tumor releases chemotherapy drugs. The advantages are obvious: the ability to affect the tumor with large doses of drugs, less toxic effect on the body, and the creation of conditions for oxygen deficiency and nutrients for neoplasm tissues.
IRE-resection is an innovative technology called the "nano-knife," which not only significantly reduces the risk of tumor growth recurrence but also gently cuts the healthy tissues. This type of intervention helps to carry out the definition of the "tumor-healthy tissue" boundary at a cellular level. IRE-resection can be considered one of the most accurate ways to exercise new growth with invasive growth, which distinguishes all types of cancer.
Proton therapy is a whole system of targeted radiotherapy. Proton therapy impacts a tumor locally thanks to precise stereotactic targeting.
Besides, proton therapy is effective regardless of what part of the body the malformation is located in. The method helps to irradiate even the tumors in hard-to-access places. The patient’s healthy tissues are basically not suffering as protons release the bigger part of their energy only after they reach the target.
Brachytherapy is one of the most effective and sparing ways to treat cancer, based on local radiotherapy. Small capsules with a radioactive substance (1.5-2 mm) are introduced into the affected area, which serves as a constant source of ionizing radiation. This treatment promises to achieve good results in some forms of bone cancer.
Immunotherapy assumes the introduction of anti-tumor monoclonal antibodies or cytokines, which are natural biologically active substances present in the body, and do not have a harmful effect on it. A tumor tissue biopsy is performed on each patient for the preparation of specific immunoglobulins. In some immunotherapy regimens, the collection of cells from donors is also performed, which is necessary for obtaining the vaccine. The drug is necessarily filtered before administration, and the separated immunoglobulins are introduced into the patient's bloodstream to show antitumor activity.
The main advantages of treating bone cancer in Germany are
- Availability of innovative therapies
- Qualitative surgical operations
- Gentle therapy, which has a low risk of complications
- Use of the most advanced treatment regimens and the use of new drugs
- Modern and safe methods of anesthesia
German hospitals dealing with bone cancer treatment
Many German hospitals successfully treat bone cancer by considerably increasing the life expectancy of the patients and improving one’s quality of life. These are some of the healthcare institutions where foreign patients can refer to
| Hospital | City | |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Academic Hospital DRK Berlin Westend | Berlin |
| 2 | Catholic Clinic Koblenz-Montabaur | Koblenz |
| 3 | Academic Hospital Brothers of Mercy Munich | Munich |
| 4 | Academic Municipal Hospital Karlsruhe | Karlsruhe |
| 5 | Vitos Orthopedic Clinic Kassel | Kassel |
The cost of osteosarcoma treatment depends on the patient's age and the extensiveness of surgical intervention. The average prices are as follows:
- Osteosarcoma (bone cancer) diagnosis – 3,720 €
- Partial resection for osteosarcoma (bone cancer) – 23,450 €
- Resection of tumor and endoprostheses implantation for osteosarcoma (bone cancer) – 47,760 €
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Arrangement of treatment in Germany
If you want to use the services of the best specialists in Germany, you can contact the managers at Booking Health. We have been engaged in organizing treatment abroad for many years already.
Using our services will help you to
- Select the best hospital for the treatment of bone cancer using innovative methods.
- Reduce the waiting time for the initial doctor’s admission and hospitalization, which is very important for the effectiveness of treatment because cancer is a disease that is constantly progressing.
- Save up to 70% of total medical and organizational expenses.
- Obtain insurance that will cover the difference in case of the increased cost of diagnosis and treatment (for example, with the development of complications).
- Get medical advice for three months after the end of the therapeutic course in Germany at no extra charge.
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The article was edited by medical experts, board certified doctors Dr. Nadezhda Ivanisova and Dr. Sergey Pashchenko. For the treatment of the conditions referred to in the article, you must consult a doctor; the information in the article is not intended for self-medication!
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