Diagnostic tests for prostate cancer in University Hospital Duesseldorf
University Hospital Duesseldorf
Duesseldorf, Germany
{"translation_price":"50","translation_doc_price":"40","child_coefficient":"1.1","transfer_price":"2.00","transfer_price_vip":"5.00","constant_transfer_price_vip":350,"constant_transfer_price":150,"constant_transfer_distanse":60,"type":"diagnostic","program_full_story":"<ul>\n\t<li>Initial presentation in the clinic<\/li>\n\t<li>clinical history taking<\/li>\n\t<li>physical examination<\/li>\n\t<li>urological examination<\/li>\n\t<li>laboratory tests:\n\t<ul>\n\t\t<li>complete blood count<\/li>\n\t\t<li>clinical urine test<\/li>\n\t\t<li>inflammation indicators<\/li>\n\t\t<li>tumor markers<\/li>\n\t\t<li>kidney function test<\/li>\n\t\t<li>indicators of blood coagulation<\/li>\n\t\t<li>PSA<\/li>\n\t<\/ul>\n\t<\/li>\n\t<li>pelvic ultrasound<\/li>\n\t<li>CT scan (on indication 650 €)<\/li>\n\t<li>MRI scan (on indication 1200 €)<\/li>\n\t<li>cystoscopy<\/li>\n\t<li>biopsy with histological examination <\/li>\n\t<li>nursing services<\/li>\n\t<li>consultation of all leading experts<\/li>\n\t<li>development of individual treatment plan<\/li>\n\t<li>written statement<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<div class=\"program_required_documents mt-4\"><h4>Required documents<\/h4><ul>\n\t<li style=\"text-align: justify;\">Medical records<\/li>\n\t<li style=\"text-align: justify;\">MRI\/CT scan (not older than 3 months)<\/li>\n\t<li style=\"text-align: justify;\">Biopsy results (if available)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>","program_full_story_crm":"<ul>\n\t<li>Initial presentation in the clinic<\/li>\n\t<li>clinical history taking<\/li>\n\t<li>physical examination<\/li>\n\t<li>urological examination<\/li>\n\t<li>laboratory tests:\n\t<ul>\n\t\t<li>complete blood count<\/li>\n\t\t<li>clinical urine test<\/li>\n\t\t<li>inflammation indicators<\/li>\n\t\t<li>tumor markers<\/li>\n\t\t<li>kidney function test<\/li>\n\t\t<li>indicators of blood coagulation<\/li>\n\t\t<li>PSA<\/li>\n\t<\/ul>\n\t<\/li>\n\t<li>pelvic ultrasound<\/li>\n\t<li>CT scan (on indication 650 €)<\/li>\n\t<li>MRI scan (on indication 1200 €)<\/li>\n\t<li>cystoscopy<\/li>\n\t<li>biopsy with histological examination <\/li>\n\t<li>nursing services<\/li>\n\t<li>consultation of all leading experts<\/li>\n\t<li>development of individual treatment plan<\/li>\n\t<li>written statement<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n","is_ambulant":"1","bh_fee":0,"only_for_children":"2","no_service":"0","with_prepayment":"1","show_calculator":"1","paket_type":"1","btn_type":"2","clinic_icon":"600188d3bacf8.jpg","city":"Duesseldorf","clinic_site":"http:\/\/www.uniklinik-duesseldorf.de\/","department_recommend":"1","country":"Germany","country_id":"1","clinic_name":"University Hospital Duesseldorf","cinic_name":"University Hospital Duesseldorf","department_id":"595","duration":"3","direction":"Urology","min_duration":0,"clinic_id":"269","paketPrice":1400,"paket":"<ul>\n <li> Interpreter up to 4 hours<\/li>\n <li>Translation up to 4 pages<\/li>\n <li>Visa support<\/li>\n<\/ul>","title":"Diagnostic tests for prostate cancer","price":{"val":"0.00","type":"val"},"price_surcharge":0,"price_surcharge_clear":0,"extra_service_clinic":[],"extra_service":[],"translation_hours":"0","translation_doc_count":null,"roads":[{"id":"4","distance":"15","airport_title":"Duesseldorf"},{"id":"7","distance":"40","airport_title":"Cologne-Bonn"},{"id":"6","distance":"215","airport_title":"Frankfurt a.M."}],"pakets":[],"lang":{"day":"Day","days":"days","ambulatory":"Outpatient","stationaryProgram":"Inpatient"}}
Program id #
83559
Prof. Dr. med. Peter Albers
Department of Adult and Pediatric Urology
Specialized in: adult and pediatric urology The program includes:
- Initial presentation in the clinic
- clinical history taking
- physical examination
- urological examination
- laboratory tests:
- complete blood count
- clinical urine test
- inflammation indicators
- tumor markers
- kidney function test
- indicators of blood coagulation
- PSA
- pelvic ultrasound
- CT scan (on indication 650 €)
- MRI scan (on indication 1200 €)
- cystoscopy
- biopsy with histological examination
- nursing services
- consultation of all leading experts
- development of individual treatment plan
- written statement
Required documents
- Medical records
- MRI/CT scan (not older than 3 months)
- Biopsy results (if available)
Service
Price from:
Type of program :
Price for 1 day:
Expected duration of the program:
The minimum duration of the program:
Select
You may also book:
Hospital directly:
Saving:
BookingHealth Price from:
About the department
According to the Focus magazine, the Department of Adult and Pediatric Urology at the University Hospital Duesseldorf ranks among the top German departments specializing in prostate cancer treatment!
The department offers the widest range of modern diagnostic and therapeutic methods for accurate detection and treatment of diseases of the genitourinary system in men and boys.
The department is headed by Prof. Dr. med. Peter Albers, who is an expert in major operations for tumors, including particularly complex ones, as well as a recognized researcher in urological oncology. The doctor has been treating urologic diseases for over 30 years and today has high credibility in professional circles. Thanks to his fruitful work as the Head Physician, scientific activity flourishes in the department, which is the basis for implementing innovative and most sparing treatment methods into clinical practice. Prof. Albers has authored over 270 scientific publications and is an active member of the Working Group on Urological Oncology (AUO) of the German Cancer Society (DKG).The priority focus of the department is the treatment of prostate cancer (certification of the German Cancer Society). Also, the department's doctors have exceptional experience in the treatment of benign prostatic hyperplasia, tumors of the bladder, kidneys, and testicles. If necessary, the surgical treatment is performed using minimally invasive, robotic interventions, and also laser technologies are widely used.
The specially trained team of doctors treats urological pathologies in children. The extensive consultations on all problems of the urological range are provided for young patients and their parents. The most common pathologies in this field are phimosis, cryptorchidism, varicocele, hypospadias, and epispadias, urinary incontinence.
The surgical service range of the department includes:
| Laparoscopic interventions |
|
| Robotic surgery (DaVinci surgical system) |
|
| Endoscopic interventions |
|
| Classic surgical interventions |
|
| Other surgical interventions |
Curriculum vitae
Professional Experience
- Since 2008 and to the present day, Head of the Department of Adult and Pediatric Urology at the University Hospital Duesseldorf.
- 2003 - 2008 Chief Physician of the Department of Urology at the Kassel Clinic.
- 1994 - 2003 Department of Urology, University Hospital Bonn.
- 1997 Habilitation.
- 1991 - 1994 Research Fellow in the Department of Urology at the University Hospital Mainz, Research Internship at the German Research Foundation of the USA (Indianapolis).
- 1988 Title of the Doctor of Medicine.
Main Focuses
- Urologic Oncology with an emphasis on Prostate Cancer, Urothelial Cancer, Germ Cell Tumors.
- Scientific guidance of the PROBASE on risk-adjusted PSA screening in prostate cancer screening.
Memberships and Awards
- 2016 - 2018 President of the German Cancer Society.
- 2012 President of the German Cancer Congress.
- Ex-Spokesman and Board Member of the Working Group on Urological Oncology of the German Cancer Society.
- 2008 - 2016 Representative of the Certification Commission of the Prostate Cancer Centers of the German Cancer Society.
- Member of the European Organisation for the Research and Treatment of Cancer (EORTC).
- 2013 - 2016 Member of the Scientific and Program Committee of the American Society of Clinical Oncology (ASCO).
- Since 2012, Member of the Scientific Bureau of the European Association of Urology (EAU).
- Chair of the Group for the Development of Guidelines on Testicular Cancer Treatment (EAC).
- Member of the Movember International Research Advisory Council (testicular cancer RAC).
Photo of the doctor: (c) Universitätsklinikum Düsseldorf
Sources:
About hospital
According to the authoritative Focus magazine, the University Hospital Duesseldorf ranks among the top Germany hospitals!
The hospital is an excellent example of a combination of high-quality health care, research and teaching activities. With more than 50,000 inpatients and about 300,000 outpatients every year, the hospital is one of the largest and most prestigious medical institutions in Germany and Europe.
Modern, safe and sparing diagnostic and therapeutic methods guarantee effective treatment of various diseases and their consequences. All therapeutic processes are based on an interdisciplinary approach, which provides comprehensive medical care and optimal treatment result. Obviously, one of the key roles in the successful clinical practice of the medical institution is played by a highly qualified medical personnel, which consists of the best world-class doctors. The hospital also has a special advantage due to the structured equipment with the innovative medical technologies.
The hospital presents almost all fields of modern medicine. Special attention should be given to such focuses as oncology and hematology, stem cell transplantation, neurosurgery and neurology, urology, obstetrics and gynecology, hepatology, kidney transplantation, vascular surgery, cardiac surgery, pediatric surgery, pediatric oncology, etc.
In addition to the outstanding quality of medical services, the hospital guarantees each patient an attentive care, friendly atmosphere, as well as sensitive and respectful attitude.
Photo: (с) depositphotos
Accommodation in hospital
Patients rooms
The patients of the University Hospital Duesseldorf live in comfortable single, double and triple rooms. The patient rooms are made in bright colors and modern design. The room furnishing includes an automatically adjustable bed, a bedside table, a wardrobe, a telephone, a multimedia device (TV, radio, Internet access), a table and chairs for receiving visitors. To use the phone and multimedia device, the patient should have a special chip card, which can be purchased at the reception. In the pediatric departments multimedia device can be used for free.
Meals and Menus
The patients of the hospital are offered a varied, tasty and healthy diet. Every day there are three menus to choose from for adults and four menus to choose from for children, while it is possible to develop an individual menu. When pre-ordering, the international patients may have dishes of various cuisines of the world, for example, Asian and African cuisine. If a patient needs a diet in accordance with the clinical indications, he will be provided with a special diet menu, including drinks.
Every day, the nurses inform the kitchen workers about the patient wishes using an electronic data processing system. Immediately before serving food, there are printed special cards, which indicate for which patient this or that dish is intended.
Also, the hospital houses a cafeteria with a rich selection of delicious, healthy dishes, snacks and drinks.
Further details
Standard rooms include:
Toilet
Shower
Wi-Fi
TV
Religion
Christian priests are available for the patients at any time. Representatives of other religions may be requested at any time.
Accompanying person
Your companion may stay with you in your room or at a hotel of your choice during the fixed program.
Hotel
You may stay at the hotel during the outpatient program. Our employees will support you for selecting the best option.
The hospital offers a full range of laboratory tests (general, hormonal, tests for infections, antibodies, tumor markers, etc.), genetic tests, various modifications of ultrasound scans, CT scans, MRI and PET / CT, angiography, myelography, biopsy and other examinations. Treatment with medications, endoscopic and robotic operations, stereotaxic interventions is carried out here, modern types of radiation therapy are also used. The hospital offers patients all the necessary therapeutic techniques.
- Dermatosurgery
- Skull base surgery
- Gastric bypass and bandage
- Removal of lung metastases
- Interventions on the spine
These are skin cancer (including melanoma), head and neck tumors, pathological changes in the chest (including funnel chest), obesity, liver diseases, HIV and other infectious diseases, varicose veins, aortic aneurysm, carotid artery stenosis, joint diseases and other pathologies.
- Dermatology
- Oncology
- Otorhinolaryngology
- Endocrinology and diabetology
- Orthopedics and traumatology
Over 800 highly qualified physicians work at the hospital.
