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Discover the Best Clinics and Costs for Chemotherapy in Spain 2024

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While Chemotherapy treatment offers are not be available in Spain, we've selected the TOP offers based on feedback from Bookimed patients.

Turkey, Istanbul
Surgical oncologist - Kivanc Derya Peker
20 years of experience
  • Extensive experience: Assoc. Prof. Kıvanç Derya Peker began his medical career in 2004, has specialized in Gastroenterology Surgery, and performed over 400 pancreatic and gastric cancer surgeries.
  • International training: Dr. Peker trained at the prestigious Mayo Clinic in the USA, enriching his expertise in Hepatopancreatobiliary and Obesity-Metabolic Surgery.
  • Comprehensive care: The HIPEC offer includes a surgeon consultation, all necessary preoperative tests, general anesthesia, and language assistance for international patients.
  • Accredited facility: Hisar Intercontinental Hospital is JCI certified, ensuring adherence to international healthcare standards and serving 250,000 patients annually from diverse regions.
  • Convenient logistics: The offer covers transfers between airport, hotel, and clinic, with a 3-day hospital stay and a 7-day hotel stay for recovery and follow-up.
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Turkey, Istanbul
Clinical oncologist - Eda Tanrikulu
19 years of experience
  • Over 20 years of oncology expertise with Dr. Serdar Turhal, specializing in medical oncology and chemotherapy, educated and trained in prestigious institutions across the USA.
  • Comprehensive Lung cancer treatment including consultation, PET/CT, surgery, chemotherapy, and hospitalization, with added services like airport transfers and accommodation assistance.
  • Internationally recognized Anadolu Medical Center, affiliated with Johns Hopkins Hospital and ranked in the Top 10 hospitals globally by MTQUA.
  • Full support during your stay with personal coordinators, interpreters, and a pleasant environment to ensure comfort and clear communication.
  • State-of-the-art medical technology for Lung cancer diagnosis and treatment, ensuring you receive the highest standard of care.
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4.6
Package price
$18113
Israel, Jerusalem
Dermatologist - Michael Lotem
29 years of experience
  • Extensive Expertise: Dr. Michael Lotem has been leading Melanoma treatments since 1995, at the helm of Hadassah's Melanoma and Cancer Immunotherapy Center.
  • Renowned Institution: Over 1 million patients annually choose Hadassah Medical Center, recognized by Forbes and visited by dignitaries like Melania Trump.
  • Innovative Treatments: Spearheading research into the SLAM family of receptors and new immunotherapies, offering cutting-edge options for Melanoma care.
  • Comprehensive Care: Offer includes language assistance, individual chamber, and regular transfers, ensuring a comfortable and stress-free experience.
  • International Acclaim: With patients from the CIS, Europe, Commonwealth, and Arab League States, the clinic boasts global recognition for its Melanoma treatment.
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$31000
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5 Recent Chemotherapy Reviews in Spain: Check Real Patient Experience

Natalia Rayskiy • Liver cancer
Belarus
Sep 11, 2019

Verified review.
Мы очень благодарны команде клиники и доктору Моre за проявленные внимательность и профессинализм в решении вопросов лечения ребёнка.

Anonymous • Follicular lymphoma
Sweden
Apr 1, 2019

Verified review.
The results were better than expected
The comfort and cleanliness was high. The doctor has caused a sufficient level of trust.

Chemotherapy Overview in Spain

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77%
Surgery Time - 4 hours
Stay in the country - 2 days
Rehabilitation - 1 day
Anesthesia - General anesthesia
Requests processed - 6882
Bookimed fees - $0
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Day 1

  • Arrival in the country, transfer to the 5* hotel.
  • Rest and acclimatization to the new environment.

Day 2

  • Transfer from the hotel to the clinic.
  • Consultation with an oncologist and chemotherapy plan preparation.
  • Medical tests including blood tests, scans.

Day 3 - Day 5

  • Start of chemotherapy sessions based on the plan.
  • Each session lasts 3-4 hours, no general anesthesia required.
  • Post-session observations in the clinic.
  • Transfer back to the hotel for rest.

Week 2

  • Continuation of chemotherapy sessions.
  • Monitoring side effects and adjusting treatment if necessary.

Week 3

  • Completion of chemotherapy sessions.
  • Post-treatment consultations with oncologist.
  • Final medical tests and scans.

Week 4 - Week 6

  • Rehabilitation period, gradual return to daily activities.
  • Light physical activities, such as walking, are encouraged.

Week 7 onwards

  • Gradual return to work, sports, and other activities.
  • Continuous monitoring of health status.

Please note that each patient"s case is individual. The treatment plan and recovery time can vary based on the individual"s health status and response to treatment.

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The average price of Chemotherapy in Spain is $23915, the minimum price is $2694.98, and the maximum price is $47775.
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Discover the Best Chemotherapy Clinics in Spain: 8 Verified Options and Prices
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Centro Médico Teknon
Highest-Rated Clinic for Chemotherapy
Spain, Barcelona
4.7
Excellent
• 384 reviews

Oncologists prescribe chemotherapy for cancer treatment in the Teknon Oncological Department.

Chemotherapy is a set of chemical solution intakes aimed to treat cancer development. A single chemo course can take up to 6 months to complete. In some cases, a patient may undergo the procedure at their home.

Oncologists are convinced that brief chemotherapy cycles are more effective and less harmful than the continuous intake of medicaments.

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accreditations:

Joint Commission International  certificate for Centro Médico Teknon
European Foundation for Quality Management certificate for Centro Médico Teknon
THE IMTJ MEDICAL TRAVEL AWARD WINNER IN 2019 certificate for Centro Médico Teknon
Patient choice in Neurology certificate for Centro Médico Teknon
Patient choice in Neurosurgery certificate for Centro Médico Teknon
Patient choice for Epilepsy treatment certificate for Centro Médico Teknon
World's Best Hospitals 2021 by Newsweek certificate for Centro Médico Teknon
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Mansour • Nov 8, 2023
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4.7
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HM Hospitales
Spain, Madrid
4.6
Excellent
• 16 reviews

HM Hospitales is a group of 7 medical centers in Madrid which provide medical services in all specialties. Includes 4 comprehensive centers for oncology treatment, neurosciences, cardiovascular surgery, and fertility.

In 2018, was awarded by the Spanish Society of Health Informatics (SEIS) for revolutionized patient care and significant technological solutions in the healthcare sector.

Annually the HM medical team serves around 75K inpatients and 2.3M outpatients.

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accreditations:

European Foundation for Quality Management certificate for HM Hospitales
TÜV AG Сompany Research & Investing Certificate certificate for HM Hospitales
World's Best Hospitals 2021 by Newsweek certificate for HM Hospitales
Наталья • Sep 25, 2019
I turned to Bookimed for a second independent opinion, I didn’t expect anything, but I was pleasantly surprised by the speed and cramming of the coordinating doctors Katya Koliko and Olga Krisyuk. We organized a video consultation with the HM clinic in Spain, everything went as planned, the doctor wrote what needs to be done at the moment and treatment options. Thank !
4.6
16 reviews
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SJD Barcelona Children’s Hospital
Spain, Barcelona
4.8
Excellent
• 38 reviews

Hospital Sant Joan de Déu (Barcelona, Spain) accepts children for treatment from the infant age to 21. The Hospital belongs to Top-5 medical institutions in Europe and is recognized as the most authoritative one in the field of pediatric oncology treatment. The Center has its own Laboratory for Molecular Medicine where innovative therapeutic methods are developed.

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accreditations:

Bookimed Award: Best pediatric hospital certificate for SJD Barcelona Children’s Hospital
World's Best Specialized Hospitals 2022 by Newsweek certificate for SJD Barcelona Children’s Hospital
Natalia Rayskiy • Sep 11, 2019
Мы очень благодарны команде клиники и доктору Моre за проявленные внимательность и профессинализм в решении вопросов лечения ребёнка.
4.8
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Quironsalud Madrid
Spain, Madrid
4
Good
• 3 reviews

Quirónsalud Madrid is the top clinic in Spain and Europe, the largest among Quirónsalud centers by the annual number of patients served.

Specialization ― oncology, neurosurgery, heart surgery, plastic surgery, and IVF.

Quiron Madrid research team carries out studies in the treatment of cancer and neurodegenerative disorders (Alzheimer's, Parkinson's, Huntington's diseases). There is an opportunity to be treated for free as a participant in clinical trials in case of meeting requirements.

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accreditations:

World's Best Hospitals 2021 by Newsweek certificate for Quironsalud Madrid
Karen • Nov 21, 2021
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4
3 reviews
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Hospital Quiron Barcelona
Spain, Barcelona
4.3
Good
• 6 reviews

Quiron Barcelona Hospital is one of the leading clinics in Spain, strong suit of which is The Baselga Institute of Oncology. It makes progressive cancer researches in cooperation with American oncological centers. The clinic involves the latest equipment and the most experienced doctors in Spain. Diagnostic and therapeutic manipulations here combine maximum accuracy and efficiency and the personnel are ready to satisfy needs even of the most demanding patients.

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accreditations:

Joint Commission International  certificate for Hospital Quiron Barcelona
Надежда Sergiyenko • Jun 11, 2019
The format is quite simple, everything is accessible and understandable, the doctor is very qualified. I will not say that we talked about clinical studies, there was no definitive information. We are happy, time has been spent, the translator also translated everything correctly. The doctor explained everything popularly, we received an answer to all the questions we asked. I believe that what you are doing is very important and useful for people who need help.
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Hospital HM Nou Delfos
Spain, Barcelona
4.6
Excellent
• 5 reviews

Clinic HM Nou Delfos is a comprehensive medical-surgical center in Barcelona, which is a part of the largest network in Spain – HM Hospitals. HM Delfos specializes in surgery, oncology, orthopedics, cardiology, gynecology, urology, neurology including diagnosis and treatment of epilepsy. The clinic is equipped with the very latest devices for diagnostics and treatment: EOS for high-precision images of the musculoskeletal system, CT and MRI, two units for radiotherapy of tumors without surgery.

The clinic has also the agreement with Institut Guttmann, neurorehabilitation hospital with JCI, AQU Catalunya, and ISO quality certificates for rehabilitation.

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accreditations:

European Foundation for Quality Management certificate for Hospital HM Nou Delfos
Certification according to DIN EN ISO 9001 by TÜV NORD CERT certificate for Hospital HM Nou Delfos
Наталья Goncharova • Sep 6, 2019
I really liked Dr. Kones, carefully asked everything, explained everything. Elena was also attentive and in detail translated. The consultation was held in a calm and friendly atmosphere. Thanks a lot, everyone.
4.6
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GenesisCare Clinics
Spain, Madrid
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GenesisCare is network of clinics specialized  in high technology radiotherapy and chemotherapy. The network includes 300 clinics located in Australia, USA, Spain, UK and China. GenesisCare specialists treat all types of cancer in clinics equipped by latest generations machines for external beam radiotherapy, tomotherapy, CyberKnife, brachytherapy etc.

 

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Clinica Universidad de Navarra (Navarra Hospital)
Spain, Pamplona
5
Excellent
• 6 reviews

Clinica Universidad de Navarra (CUN) is the best private Spanish hospital in 2018 according to MERCO (monitoring organization of medical reputation).

Navarra is a leading sarcoma center. 74% of patients get cured of bone sarcoma; and in up to 95% of cases, an affected limb is preserved.

Oncology, Onco-Hematology, Organ Transplant, Neurosurgery, Cardiac Surgery are the primary specialties in Navarra Hospital.

Hospital de Navarra is the 1st in Spain that has received JCI, the US certificate for the high quality of medical services.

Over 700,000 patients from 70 countries have been treated at Navarra.

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accreditations:

Joint Commission International  certificate for Clinica Universidad de Navarra (Navarra Hospital)
European Society for Medical Oncology certificate for Clinica Universidad de Navarra (Navarra Hospital)
World's Best Hospitals 2020 by Newsweek certificate for Clinica Universidad de Navarra (Navarra Hospital)
World's Best Hospitals 2021 by Newsweek certificate for Clinica Universidad de Navarra (Navarra Hospital)
World's Best Smart Hospitals 2021 by Newsweek certificate for Clinica Universidad de Navarra (Navarra Hospital)
World's Best Hospitals 2022 by Newsweek certificate for Clinica Universidad de Navarra (Navarra Hospital)
World's Best Smart Hospitals 2023 by Newsweek certificate for Clinica Universidad de Navarra (Navarra Hospital)
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Daniel • Sep 9, 2022
I appreciated the punctuality, efficiency and friendliness of the nursing and administrative staff.
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Lana Bijelic
Spain, Barcelona
Lana Bijelic
Clinical oncologist
26 years of experience

accreditations:

Society of Surgical Oncology
International Hepato-Pancreato-Biliary Association
Surgical Outcomes Club
American Board of Surgery
Educational Commission for Foreign Medical Graduates
Centro Médico Teknon
Dr. Lana Bijelic is an oncological surgeon and expert in peritoneal carcinomatosis, joined the Teknon Oncology Institute’s Carcinomatosis Surgical Group in 2019. She completed her specialization at the Washington Hospital Center under the guidance of Prof. Paul Sugarbaker. Received American Board of Surgery certification (The American Board of Surgery). Membership in scientific communities: American College of Surgeons. Society of Surgical Oncology. International Hepato-Pancreato-Biliary Association. Surgical Outcomes Club. American Society of Peritoneal Surface Malignancies. Pancreas Club. Certificates: American Board of Surgery October 2006, (Certificate Number: 51845). Educational Commission for Foreign Medical Graduates May 2001, (Certificate Number: 0-563-495-1). Scientific activity: - Research Director, Department of Surgery, Inova Fairfax Hospital, USA (2015 - 2019) - Associate Professor of Surgery Virginia Commonwealth University School of Medicine, USA (2017 - 2019) - Associate Professor of Clinical Surgery Georgetown University School of Medicine, USA (2010 -2015) - Curator of the General Surgery Resident Training Program Medstar Washington Hospital Center, USA (2013 - 2015) Academic Awards: Scholarship for Gifted Students 1997 Department of Science and Technology, Croatia (National award for the top 5% of university students in Croatia) John M Keshishian Award for Surgical Excellence 2003 Department of Vascular Surgery, Washington Hospital Center, Washington DC John M Keshishian Award for Surgical Excellence 2004 Department of Vascular Surgery, Washington Hospital Center, Washington DC Thumbs Up Award for Outstanding Trauma Team Leader 2005 Trauma Service, Washington Hospital Center, Washington DC Academic Achievement Award 2005 Department of Surgery, Washington Hospital Center, Washington DC First Place Research Contest 2005 Department of Surgery, Washington Hospital Center, Washington DC Chairman's Leadership Award 2006 Department of Surgery, Washington Hospital Center, Washington DC First Place Research Contest 2006 Department of Surgery, Washington Hospital Center, Washington DC Read more
4.7
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Jaume Mora Graupera
Spain, Barcelona
Jaume Mora Graupera
Pediatric hematologist/oncologist
28 years of experience

accreditations:

The International Society of Pediatric Oncology
The American Society of Clinical Oncology
The American Association for Cancer Research
SJD Barcelona Children’s Hospital
Dr. Graupera is an awarded pediatric oncologist, one of the best bone and soft tissue sarcoma doctors. Heads the Hematology Oncology Department in Sant Joan De Déu — one of the best children’s hospitals in Europe. Researcher. Was trained in the USA. Specialty Provides treatments of neuroblastomas, gliomas, Ewing's sarcomas, and Wilms' tumors. Work experience Scientific Director of the Hematology Oncology Department in Sant Joan De Déu — Barcelona Children’s Hospital Director of the Developmental Tumors Laboratory in Sant Joan De Déu — Barcelona Children’s Hospital. Education 1990 — The Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences at the University of Barcelona — Degree in general medicine and surgery 1995 — The Vall d'Hebron University Hospital — Specialty in pediatrics 1996-1999 — Weill Cornell Medicine and Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center (USA) — Fellowship in pediatric hematology oncology 1999-2001 — Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center (USA) — Fellowship in molecular pathology of pediatric cancer 2003 — The Autonomous University of Barcelona — PhD in Medicine. Awards 2000 — The Young Investigator Award by the American Society of Clinical Oncology 2001 — The Schweisguth Prize by the International Society of Pediatric Oncology for the best scientific article in pediatric oncology 2001 — The Career Development Award by the American Society of Clinical Oncology 2006 — The First Prize of the Spanish Association Against Cancer (AECC) award for the study of cancer in children 2011 — BBVA Foundation Award for the significant contributions in scientific research of pediatric cancer 2001 — The Schweisguth Prize by the International Society of Pediatric Oncology for the best scientific article in pediatric oncology. Scientific activity Dr. Jaume Mora Graupera has written over 70 papers on the malignant tumors treatment in children. Has developed a passive treatment for the spinal cord gliomas without radiation therapy. Membership in organizations The International Society of Pediatric Oncology (SIOP) The American Society of Clinical Oncology The American Association for Cancer Research The Spanish Society of Paediatric Hematology and Oncology The Catalan Society of Pediatrics The Histiocyte Society. Read more
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FAQ about Chemotherapy in Spain

How much does chemotherapy cost?

According to information from Bookimed partner clinics, the minimum price for chemotherapy is $200 - it is provided by medical centers in India . Turkey is also among the countries with the lowest cost of treatment - from $600 for 1 course of chemotherapy and Spain - from $520. The average price is $2,750, the maximum price is $20,900. Ask your Bookimed coordinating doctor how much chemotherapy costs in your case.

What affects the cost of chemotherapy?

The main factors that affect the cost of chemotherapy include:

  • The drug and its dosage. Each medicine has its own cost, and it increases with increasing dosage.
  • Number of courses. In most cases, the prices for chemotherapy provided by clinics in their price lists are per course. Therefore, the longer the treatment, the higher its cost. However, some medical centers offer prices for all treatments.
  • scope of diagnostics. Laboratory and instrumental studies that must be completed to select a therapy protocol increase its final cost. Therefore, if the patient has already undergone some kind of diagnostics at the place of residence, its results (discs with CT, MRI images, glasses with histological material) must be taken with you to the clinic. If they are informative for the doctor, the procedure will not have to be repeated - this will reduce the final cost of treatment.
  • The need for hospitalization / residence in the country. If a patient chooses a clinic, for example, in Israel , he does not have to undergo treatment there. If the condition and circumstances allow, it is possible to receive a treatment regimen from a doctor in an Israeli hospital, purchase medicine and undergo therapy at the place of residence. This reduces overall costs.
  • Selected camps and clinics. Each country has its own pricing policy for medical services, so they can differ several times. For example, the minimum price for chemotherapy in Turkey is $600, in Germany it starts from $1,400. At the same time, the treatment is carried out according to the same international protocols, using original, certified drugs. Also, prices may vary in different clinics of the same country.

Bookimed assistance in choosing a clinic and organizing treatment does not affect the cost of chemotherapy! With us, you will pay for it the same amount as you would pay if you contacted the clinic directly. Find out more about how we work.

What are the benefits of chemotherapy package prices?

Package prices for chemotherapy are available at some medical centers. In addition to the main procedure, it includes additional medical and non-medical options.

The choice of package depends on the diagnosis, since each of them involves the treatment of a specific type of cancer and includes the appropriate diagnostic methods and types of surgery.

The advantage of package offers is that the patient immediately understands what the cost of the final treatment will be, what is included in it. In some cases, they even allow you to reduce costs, since the price of treatment within the package can be lower than if you add together the sum of all procedures.

How much does chemotherapy for cancer cost in different countries?

To give you an idea of how much cancer chemotherapy costs in different countries, we have prepared a comparison table. Please get to know her.

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Minimum price

Germany $ 1,040
Israel $ 620
Turkey $ 600
Spain $ 520
South Korea $ 540
Ukraine $ 520

Where can I get chemotherapy and how can Bookimed help organize it?

Bookimed partners with 115+ clinics around the world where chemotherapy is available. Bookimed medical coordinators will help you find a medical center and an oncologist who specializes in the treatment of a particular type of cancer free of charge. You will receive TOP offers from clinics, find out how much a course of chemotherapy costs in your case, and you will be able to choose the medical center that suits you best.

Bookimed is an international service for the selection of medical solutions, organization of diagnostics and treatment in more than 40 countries. Every month, our medical coordinators help 9,000 patients. Our mission is to provide access to the necessary medical solutions for everyone and to provide assistance at all stages: from choosing a clinic and organizing a trip to returning home. We stay in touch with you 24/7 to make your path to health simple and comfortable.

Bookimed services are free for patients. The selection of a solution and the organization of a trip do not affect your bill for treatment.

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When is chemotherapy indicated?

In most cases, doctors prescribe chemotherapy for patients with stage 2-4 cancer when needed:

  • prevent the return of the disease;
  • reduce the tumor for surgery;
  • reduce symptoms;
  • prolong remission;
  • completely destroy the neoplasm.

In some cases, oncologists resort to chemotherapy at the 1st stage of cancer - it depends on its type, characteristics of the tumor and characteristics of the body.

Cancer types for which chemotherapy is indicated include:

What are the types of chemotherapy?

There are different types of classification of chemotherapy depending on the drugs prescribed and their purpose.

According to the number of drugs that the patient takes during treatment, the National Cancer Institute distinguishes :

  • Monochemotherapy is treatment with one drug to which the tumor is most sensitive.
  • Polychemotherapy is treatment with several drugs at the same time or in a certain sequence.

Depending on the task of treatment, the Chemocare.com information portal distinguishes the following types of chemotherapy:

  • Neoadjuvant (preoperative) - is aimed at reducing the tumor before its removal, allows you to save the tissues of the organ as much as possible.
  • Adjuvant (prophylactic) - takes place before surgery and allows you to destroy tumor cells that have not been removed to prevent the return of the disease.
  • Therapeutic - its task is to completely destroy the malignant tumor without the use of additional treatment.
  • Induction - allows you to achieve remission (the period when the disease does not show symptoms). In most cases, doctors prescribe this type of chemistry to patients with acute lymphoblastic leukemia.
  • Consolidating - allows you to maintain remission in the treatment of acute lymphoblastic leukemia.
  • The first line ( standard) - which has the highest probability of effectiveness for a particular type of cancer.
  • Second-line - it is prescribed if, after first-line chemotherapy, the disease has not responded or has returned.
  • Palliative - helps to reduce symptoms and improve the quality of life of a patient with advanced stages of the disease.

How is chemotherapy used? Traditional and innovative ways

The method of taking a chemotherapy drug depends on its type and characteristics of the diagnosis. The main methods of the American Society of Clinical Oncology include:

  • Intravenous - takes place with the help of a dropper. During the treatment period, a special catheter remains in the patient's arm - this allows you not to make punctures in the vein every time before taking the drug, thereby reducing pain and simplifying the process.
  • Oral - suitable for drugs that are produced in the form of tablets, capsules or a special liquid.
  • Injection - takes place with the help of a subcutaneous or intramuscular injection in the arm, leg or abdomen.
  • Arterial - the introduction of a chemotherapy drug into the main artery that feeds the tumor.
  • Local is a treatment during which a chemotherapy drug is used in the form of a cream, which is applied to the skin where the neoplasm was.

Innovative chemotherapy methods include intraperitoneal PIPAC and HIPEC . Doctors use them for multiple metastases (carcinomatosis) in the peritoneum.

During HIPEC , doctors inject a heated anticancer drug into the abdominal cavity and remove it after a while. Due to the high temperature, the drug penetrates deep into the organs and destroys more cancer cells than traditional chemo.

With PIPAC, the medicine is sprayed onto the internal organs, which envelops them. Due to the high pressure, small particles penetrate deep into the tumor, which allows you to reduce the dose of chemo.

What are the possible side effects after chemotherapy?

According to the American Cancer Society , side effects occur in most patients, however they may vary from case to case. The most common are:

  • nausea and vomiting;
  • hair loss;
  • weakness;
  • loss of appetite;
  • hearing impairment;
  • lack of coordination;
  • disruption of the intestines.

As a rule, if side effects occur, chemotherapy is continued according to the established scheme. Moreover, if the condition worsens, it is possible to review it or completely stop treatment.

This page may feature information relating to various medical conditions, treatments, and healthcare services available in different countries. Please be advised that the content is provided for informational purposes only and should not be construed as medical advice or guidance. Please consult with your doctor or a qualified medical professional before starting or changing medical treatment.

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