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Chemotherapy and radiation therapy of multiple myeloma in University Hospital Mannheim

University Hospital Mannheim

Mannheim, Germany
Program id # 410948
Doctor photo
Prof. Dr. med. Georgia Metzgeroth
Department of Hematology and Oncology
Specialized in: hematology, oncology

The program includes:

  • Initial presentation in the clinic
  • clinical history taking
  • review of medical records
  • physical examination
  • laboratory tests:
    • complete blood count
    • biochemical analysis of blood
    • urinalysis for Bence Jones protein
    • differential blood count
    • protein electrophoresis
    • immunofixation
    • TSH-basal, fT3, fT4
    • inflammation indicators (CRP, ESR)
    • indicators of blood coagulation
  • CT-planning of radiation therapy
  • full course of conventional radiation therapy
  • individual plan of chemotherapy, the cost of medicines is included
  • symptomatic treatment
  • cost of essential medicines and materials
  • nursing services
  • control examinations
  • consultations of related specialists

How program is carried out

During the first visit, the doctor will conduct a clinical examination and go through the results of previous laboratory tests and instrumental examinations. After that, you will undergo an additional examination, including complete blood count, laboratory assessment of liver and kidney function. Based on the received results, the physician will elaborate the chemotherapy regimen, conduct radiotherapy planning with the help of CT or MRI, make the permanent tattoo marks on the skin and conduct CT simulation in order to assess the accuracy of the rays and the radiation dose. If necessary, related medical specialists will be involved in the elaboration of a treatment regimen (tumor board).

Chemotherapy and radiation therapy are carried out as the day hospital procedure, without mandatory admission to the hospital. At each visit, the physician will assess your general condition and the marks on the skin. After that, you will be placed in a shielded radiation therapy room, on a special table.

Each radiation therapy session lasts less than half an hour (including preparation). All this time, doctors and nurses are monitoring your condition, you can communicate with them through a loudspeaker. The procedure is completely painless. Depending on the planned course of treatment, you will visit the hospital from 1 to 3-5 times a week.

During the chemotherapy session, after the placement of a venous catheter, you will stay in a comfortable ward. An infusion system will be connected to the catheter, through which the required drug or a drug combination will be administered. All drugs are administered by intravenous drip, slowly, so the total duration of the infusion can be up to several hours. All this time, doctors and nurses will monitor your health condition closely.

After the completion of the chemotherapy and radiation therapy course, you will undergo control examinations aimed at assessing your condition and efficacy of treatment. After that you will receive the medical report with detailed recommendations regarding further follow-up and treatment. In the future, you will be able to have a distant consultation with your attending physician and schedule the next course of treatment, if necessary.

Required documents

  • Medical records
  • MRI/CT scan (not older than 3 months)
  • Bone marrow biopsy results (if available)

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About the department

The Department of Hematology and Oncology at the University Hospital Mannheim offers the full range of services in these medical fields. It diagnoses and treats all benign and malignant blood diseases, cancers. The huge clinical experience and high competence of the doctors working in the department allow them to achieve excellent treatment results even in the most severe cases. The department is headed by Prof. Dr. med. Georgia Metzgeroth.

The main clinical focuses of the department include:

  • Complex diagnostics of malignant diseases of all organs and blood
  • All types of drug therapy for the treatment of malignant diseases
    • Chemotherapy
    • Immunotherapy
    • Hormonal therapy
    • Other targeted therapies
  • Treatment of complications after chemotherapy
  • Other services

The medical team of the department makes every effort to help patients overcome serious diseases and improve the quality of life.

Curriculum vitae

  • 2010 Visiting Professor, Additional Qualification in Palliative Medicine.
  • Since 2008, Head of the Department of Hematology and Oncology at the University Hospital Mannheim, Heidelberg University.
  • 2007 Habilitation. Subject: "Soluble transferrin receptor in hematology" (Prof. Dr. med. R. Hehlmann, Prof. Dr. med. Hochhaus), focuses: Hematology and Internal Oncology.
  • 2005 Medical Specialist in Internal Medicine.
  • 1999 Admission to Medical Practice.
  • 1997 Doctor’s Degree: "Urodynamic parameters and results of surgery to treat urinary incontinence" (Supervisor: Prof. Dr. Dr. h. c. mult. W. Schmidt).
  • 1997 - 1999 Intern and Assistant Physician, Department of Internal Medicine IV, University Hospital Aachen (Prof. Dr. med. R. Osieka).
  • 1991 - 1997 Study of Medicine, Saarland University, Homburg.

Photo of the doctor: (c) Universitätsklinikum Mannheim 


About hospital

According to the reputable Focus magazine, the University Hospital Mannheim ranks among the top medical institutions of Germany, which is an undeniable confirmation of the impeccable medical care and excellent reputation of the hospital!

The hospital is a high-tech modern medical institution, which provides accurate diagnosis and optimal treatment, combined with quality, responsive care, attention to the patient’s individual needs and wishes. 

The history of the hospital dates back to 1701. At that time it was a small medical facility, but today it has about 30 specialized departments, centers and institutes with 4,800 first-class medical personnel.

Since the hospital functions on the basis of the Medical Faculty of the Heidelberg University, medical research is constantly conducted here at the national and international levels.

The main clinical focuses of the hospital include surgery, cardiology, oncology and hematology, gastroenterology, neurology, neurosurgery, urology, orthopedics, radiology, pediatric and adolescent medicine.

It should be noted that the hospital was repeatedly awarded prestigious quality certificates, for example, KTQ, IQM certificates, the certificate of the German Cancer Association.

Photo: (c) depositphotos

Accommodation in hospital

Patients rooms

The patients of the University Hospital Mannheim live comfortable single and double patient rooms. All rooms have an attractive design. They are fitted out with modern furniture, TV and a telephone. In addition, each room has an ensuite bathroom with a shower and a toilet. There is a beautiful park near the hospital, where one can walk, enjoying the greenery and clean air. 

Meals and Menus

The patients of the hospital are offered  delicious, balanced meals: breakfast, lunch with three menus to choose from and buffet dinner. In addition, the menu features dietary dishes. The lobby of the hospital houses a cafe where one can taste cold and hot drinks, have a snack with fresh pastries.

Further details

Standard rooms include:

Shower
Toilet
TV
Wi-Fi