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Discover the Best Clinics and Costs for Radiotherapy in Germany 2024

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Germany, Cologne
CDT-WEST is a specialized diagnostic radiology and therapy center in Cologne, Germany that offers radiation therapy using the latest technology. Radiation therapists carry out such modern techniques as IMRT (intensity-modulated radiotherapy), IGRT (image-guided radiation therapy), DIBH (deep inspiration breath hold radiation therapy). These methods allow treating tumors located close to vital organs safely and effectively.
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4 Recent Radiotherapy Reviews in Germany: Check Real Patient Experience

Александр Геннадьевич Кузин • Sarcoma
Russian Federation
Aug 29, 2018

Verified review.
Everything is clear and reasonable
Immediately I will note not the intrusive and at the same time "essentially" made by Alena presentation of the clinic. And really everything turned out to be as they described to me: the doctor explained how he sees my situation, what kind of opinion of Moscow doctors he agrees with, and what does not and what he proposes to do. Everything is clear and reasonable.

Алена • Breast cancer
Canada
Jul 12, 2018

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Professional service company with a sympathetic, attentive staff
Professional service company with a sympathetic, attentive staff. Price and quality are justified

Radiotherapy Overview in Germany

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Surgery Time - 30 hours
Stay in the country - 10 days
Rehabilitation - 1 day
Anesthesia - Local anesthesia
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Step-by-Step Roadmap

Day 1 - Arrival

  • Transfer from the airport to the clinic.
  • Accommodation arrangements finalized.
  • Language assistance provided if required.

Day 2 - Pre-operation

  • Consultation with a specialist for evaluation.
  • Complete blood count with cancer markers is conducted.
  • A proteinogram test is performed.

Day 3 to Day 5 - Radiotherapy Process

  • Explanation of the radiotherapy process by specialist.
  • Radiotherapy sessions begin, usually last 1-2 hours.
  • Anesthesia is not typically required for radiotherapy.

Day 6 - Post-operation

  • Observation and rest at the clinic.
  • Additional procedures if needed based on individual case.

Week 1 to Week 4 - Rehabilitation

  • Recovery process begins, doctor"s visits continue.
  • Regular checkups to monitor progress.
  • Return to work and other activities after 4 weeks.
  • Final results visible post this period.

Please note that each patient"s case is different and the above is a general guideline. The exact process may vary based on individual health conditions.

What patients like:

  1. Cost.The Radiotherapy cost in Germany varies from 8122.860979941948$ to 28159.251397132088$. This is competitive when compared to the average price of $15000 in the United States.
  2. Doctor’s professionalism.. Patients appreciate the clear, reasonable explanations given by doctors. They agree with the approach of the doctors.
  3. Service level. The attentive and sympathetic staff are highly commended. The service quality justifies the cost.
  4. Radiotherapy efficacy. Patients have noted that the treatment plans proposed by doctors are effective.
  5. Logistics. The non-intrusive and essential presentations of the clinics are appreciated.

What patients don't like:

  1. _cost_link_ Some patients find the cost slightly higher compared to other countries.
  2. Service level. There might be occasional dissatisfaction with the service level.
  3. Waiting time. There may be a waiting time for appointments and procedures.

How Much Does Radiotherapy Cost in Germany? Find Out Now

updated 3/26/2024
The average cost of Radiotherapy in Germany ranges from 8122.860979941948$ to 28159.251397132088$. The offers include radiotherapy, which is a form of cancer treatment that uses high-energy radiation to kill cancer cells and shrink tumors.
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What is important to know about radiotherapy?

  • The latest generation radiotherapy devices are the most accurate and safe. They are equipped with a 3D imaging system that delivers the radiation beam with an accuracy of 0.5 mm, so the impact on healthy tissue is minimal. For comparison, the accuracy of irradiation using old installations is a few cm.
  • The newer the equipment, the higher the effectiveness of radiation therapy. Devices of 2003-2008 were installed in domestic clinics, 2013-2018 in foreign ones.
  • Irradiation on the device of the latest generation will pass quickly. 1 session takes 10-15 minutes. For comparison, radiotherapy with older devices lasts 30-60 minutes.
  • The cost of radiation therapy abroad is not always higher. The price of radiation therapy on a linear accelerator of the latest generation in a foreign clinic can be the same as with the help of an old one in a domestic hospital.

The directory lists the best clinics for radiation therapy. The rating is based on the choice of our patients. Leave a request on the website so that a Bookimed coordinating doctor will contact you at a convenient time for you. He will answer your questions, tell you about the features of the procedure, guide you on the cost of treatment and help you choose the best medical center for your case. You do not pay for Bookimed services.

Discover the Best Radiotherapy Clinics in Germany: 16 Verified Options and Prices
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Nordrhein-Westfalen Clinic Complex
Germany, Duisburg
5
Excellent
• 5 reviews

The North Rhine-Westphalia Association includes 5 hospitals located not far from Düsseldorf (Germany).

Doctors of the network conduct treatment in 27 specialties. The strongest are oncology, robotic surgery, orthopedics, cardiology, urology, and gynecology.

The Heart Center of the Association is the largest in Germany. It is the place where pilots of civil aviation undergo heart check-ups.

Each year, more than 100,000 outpatients and 45,000 inpatients are treated in the hospitals of Association.

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German Cancer Society certificate for Nordrhein-Westfalen Clinic Complex
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Jagar • Jul 13, 2021
The Hospital was really clean, well organized and the staff were friendly and very helpfull.
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Nordwest Clinic (Krankenhaus)
Highest-Rated Clinic for Radiotherapy
Germany, Frankfurt am Main
4.4
Good
• 50 reviews

Radiotherapy is performed at the Radiation Oncology Department in Nordwest Hospital. Radiation oncologists treat cancer of different organs at the Department.

Over 1,400 patients receive treatment at the Department annually. 400 patients undergo breast cancer treatment per year. Over 200 patients with prostate cancer are provided with radiotherapy annually.

Nordwest Hospital is among the top national medical centers for radiational therapy according to Focus journal.

Specialists apply stereotactic radiosurgery for benign and malignant tumors treatment and osteoarthritis therapy.

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TÜV AG Сompany Research & Investing Certificate certificate for Nordwest Clinic (Krankenhaus)
TOP German hospital according to 2019 Focus ranking certificate for Nordwest Clinic (Krankenhaus)
World's Best Hospitals 2021 by Newsweek certificate for Nordwest Clinic (Krankenhaus)
Роман • Apr 6, 2022
Good clinic, attentive professor. Everything was done quickly. Russian-speaking staff, met at the station. I was taken to the hotel and to the clinic.
4.4
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Radiotherapy $8122.86 - $10830.48
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Medical Center in Solingen
Germany, Solingen
4.6
Excellent
• 52 reviews

Radiotherapy is carried out at the Oncology Center in Municipal Hospital of Solingen. Radiation oncologists perform the therapy at the Center. The Center is the best radiology facility in the region according to Focus magazine.

Oncologists offer stereotactic radiosurgery for cancerous and benign tumors treatment. Doctors provide the therapy using CyberKnife apparatus. The treatment with the device takes 90 minutes.

Solingen Clinic provides radiotherapy practice from 2015. The Center cooperates with Radiotherapy 360° healthcare provider to offer high-quality and comprehensive treatment.

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Best doctor for herniated disc treatment certificate for Medical Center in Solingen
German Cancer Society certificate for Medical Center in Solingen
Александр Геннадьевич Кузин • Aug 29, 2018
Immediately I will note not the intrusive and at the same time "essentially" made by Alena presentation of the clinic. And really everything turned out to be as they described to me: the doctor explained how he sees my situation, what kind of opinion of Moscow doctors he agrees with, and what does not and what he proposes to do. Everything is clear and reasonable.
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Radiotherapy $21660.96 - $27076.2
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CDT-WEST Center of Diagnostics and Therapy
Germany, Cologne
5
Excellent
• 3 reviews

CDT-WEST is a specialized diagnostic radiology and therapy center in Cologne (Germany).

Specialists conduct health check using the latest CT, MRI, and PET-CT (positron emission tomography) devices.

Radiation therapists carry out such modern techniques as IMRT (intensity-modulated radiotherapy), IGRT (image-guided radiation therapy), DIBH (deep inspiration breath hold radiation therapy). These methods allow treating tumors located close to vital organs safely and effectively.

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Алена • Jul 12, 2018
Professional service company with a sympathetic, attentive staff. Price and quality are justified
5
3 reviews
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Radiology Munich
Germany, Munich
5
Excellent
• 1 review

Radiology Munich is a private multi-specialty medical center established in 1980 and located in Munich, Germany. The team is dedicated to oncology, therapy, diagnostics, and nuclear medicine. Radiology Munich serves both adults and children. Patients from Europe, the Commonwealth, the Balkans, and Arab League states visit the clinic most often.

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Asklepios Hospital Barmbek
Germany, Hamburg
4.5
Excellent
• 114 reviews

Radiation therapy is performed at the Hermann-Holthusen-Institute for Radiotherapy in Asklepios Medical Center. The radiation oncologists carry out the radiotherapy.

Radiation specialists use linear accelerators, the device for radiotherapy, and three-dimensional radiation planning. The doctors apply apparatus for benign and malignant tumors treatment. The Institute is a radiotherapy partner of Hamburg breast centers and provides effective breast tumors treatment.

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International Organization for Standardization certificate for Asklepios Hospital Barmbek
Medical Travel Quality Alliance certificate for Asklepios Hospital Barmbek
TOP German hospital according to 2019 Focus ranking certificate for Asklepios Hospital Barmbek
Алия • Dec 8, 2023
I liked absolutely everything from the level of medical care to the attention to my requests!
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Asklepios Altona Clinic
Germany, Hamburg
4
Good
• 1 review

Asklepios Klinik Altona is a university hospital of Hamburg, one of the oldest medical facilities in Northern Germany. The medical center belongs to the hospitals’ group of Asklepios Kliniken. Asklepios Altona Hamburg specializes in robotic surgery, gastroenterology, abdominal surgery, neurology, and oncology specialties.

95,000 patients get treatment annually here.

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World's Best Hospitals 2021 by Newsweek certificate for Asklepios Altona Clinic
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Charité - Universitätsmedizin Berlin
Germany, Berlin
3
Average
• 3 reviews

Charité is the most famous university hospital in the whole Europe which was founded yet in 1710. The majority of patients choosing treatment in Germany prefer this clinic because of its high popularity and good reviews. International patients are not a priority for Charité, so patients from other countries should be prepared for long terms of application processing and absence of foreign patients reception service.

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German Cancer Society certificate for Charité - Universitätsmedizin Berlin
TOP German hospital according to 2019 Focus ranking certificate for Charité - Universitätsmedizin Berlin
World's Best Hospitals 2021 by Newsweek certificate for Charité - Universitätsmedizin Berlin
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Ботагоз • Aug 23, 2019
I liked the doctor and staff, everything is fine
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The University Hospital in Dusseldorf

Heinrich Heine University Hospital is a medical research center that includes 30 medical institutes and clinics and employs more than 5 000 doctors and medical specialists. 

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World's Best Smart Hospitals 2023 by Newsweek certificate for The University Hospital in Dusseldorf
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Hospital in the Pfeiffer`s foundations

Hospital in the Pfeiffer`s foundations is a multidisciplinary hospital with 21 medical specialty. The main ones are mammalogy, oncology, and treatment of hematological disorders. It is one of the traditional diaconal complex facilities in the central Germany with over 1,500 employees.

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Essen University Hospital
Germany, Essen
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Essen University Hospital is one of the Europe leaders which provides high-quality medical services and accurate diagnosis in many areas (oncology, hematology, transplantation and treatment of cardiovascular disease). The hospital has an international authority, successfully combines research work with the practice of the treatment of patients, as well as the development and implementation of innovative treatment techniques, conducting various clinical trials and actively collaborates with leading hospitals around the world.

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Bremen-Mitte Clinic
Germany, Bremen
4.2
Good
• 37 reviews

Klinikum Bremen-Mitte is a multidisciplinary hospital included in the network of medical centers Gesundheit Nord (Nord Klinik Allianz). Bremen-Mitte specializes in oncology, orthopedics, surgery, neurology, and neurosurgery.

In 2015-2016, Focus magazine, an authoritative German edition, included the hospital in the TOP of the leading medical institutions in Germany. The rating is based on patients’ reviews and doctors’ qualifications.

40,000 patients choose Klinikum Bremen-Mitte for treatment every year.

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International Organization for Standardization certificate for Bremen-Mitte Clinic
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Дмитрий • Sep 1, 2021
We didn't go to the clinic. We only had a consultation. I'm happy with everything
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Lippe Detmold Clinic
Germany, Detmold
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Lippe Klinikum Detmold is the largest multidisciplinary hospital in Germany. It belongs to the Klinikum Lippe GmbH medical group which consists of 3 clinics not far from Hannover.

Lippe Detmold specializes in surgery, cardiology, and orthopedics. The Clinic is among the best hospitals in the region according to the ‘Top Regional Hospital 2018’ rating.

Over 150,000 patients undergo treatment in Lippe Network annually.

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Lippe Lemgo Clinic
Germany, Lemgo
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Lippe Lemgo Clinic is a multidisciplinary medical center in the spa region of Germany. It is a part of the Klinikum Lippe GmbH Hospital Network, which consists of 3 hospitals.


The main specialization of Lippe Lemgo is oncology, oncohematology, and radiotherapy. The Clinic heads the list of the best medical centers in North Rhine-Westphalia according to the Focus magazine rating.


The group of hospitals accepts 150,000 patients annually.

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Bremen-Ost Clinic
Germany, Bremen
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Klinikum Bremen-Ost is a multidisciplinary hospital located in Bremen. The hospital is a part of the Gesundheit Nord-Klinikverbund Bremen network of hospitals. Bremen-Ost Hospital specializes in lung surgery, neurology, psychotherapy, and psychiatry.

Bremen-Ost is among best German medical facilities in 2015-2016 according to the rating of Focus magazine. The rating includes hospitals with positive patients’ feedback and high treatment success rates.

Every year Bremen-Ost receives 19,000 patients for treatment.

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Prof. Ralf Buhl is world famous neurosurgeon and world top neurologist with over 20 years of experience. Doctor Buhl heads the Neurosurgery Department at Solingen Klinikum. His reputation reaches China and the US where he provides neurosurgical lectures. Specialty Dr. Buhl specializes in non-invasive methods treatment of disc herniation, brain and spinal cord tumors. The doctor provides treatment of peripheral nervous system disorders and performs computer-assisted navigation microsurgeries. Dr. Ralf Buhl has provided over 4,000 successful neurosurgeries. Among his patients are famous politicians, businessmen, musicians, actors. In 2015, a Hollywood star George Clooney had severe back pain and was treated by Professor Buhl. Professor Ralf Buhl and Bookimed team at Solingen Scientific activity Dr. Buhl conducts scientific work and researches in intracranial cavernomas treatment, surgical treatment for brain metastases and other neurosurgery areas. Рrofessor Buhl has cofound the Fund devoted to the study of brain tumors. Read more
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FAQ about Radiotherapy in Germany

What is the essence of radiation therapy and why is it performed?

The main task of radiation therapy (radiotherapy) is to destroy cancer cells. This is due to exposure to radiation, which destroys their DNA.

The location of the tumor and the stage of the disease affect the goal of radiation therapy. Depending on this, the following types of procedures are distinguished:

  • Therapeutic. As the only method of treatment, radiation therapy is used:
    • with neoplasms that are difficult to access for surgery;
    • in the early stages of some types of cancer;
    • in oncohematological diseases, when it is necessary to irradiate the entire body.
  • Neoadjuvant is preoperative radiation. Doctors perform it to reduce the neoplasm and preserve tissues as much as possible during the operation.
  • Adjuvant - postoperative therapy. Destroys metastases (secondary tumors) and cancer cells that remained after the intervention in the area of the removed neoplasm.
  • Intraoperative - in some cases, replaces adjuvant radiotherapy. Doctors perform it during surgery after removing the visible part of the tumor to destroy the remaining cancer cells.
  • Palliative - indicated for patients with large inoperable neoplasms in the advanced stages of cancer to relieve symptoms.

What determines the cost of radiation therapy?

Factors that affect the cost of radiotherapy:

  • Tumor localization. The price will be higher if the tumor is located near large vessels or nerves and requires special accuracy and complexity of beam adjustment.
  • Dose, number of irradiated zones and sessions. The more of them, the higher the price of radiotherapy.
  • Selected country and clinic. The cost of radiotherapy in different countries can vary several times. For example, 1 course in Turkey costs from $3,068, and in Spain - from $9,371. This is due to the difference in pricing policies for medical services in states. Prices for radiation for cancer in different hospitals in the same country depend on the type of facility (private/public) and class
  • Additional medical services. These include the cost of tickets to the selected country, transfer from / to the airport, translation services, accommodation. In some clinics, the services of a Russian-speaking coordinator, translator, transfer and accommodation are included in the cost of treatment. Check with the Bookimed coordinating doctor when choosing a medical center.

How much does a course of radiation therapy cost?

The table shows the estimated cost of a course of radiation therapy in different countries. Prices in some countries differ by several times, while the leading clinics of all these countries have the latest devices of the latest generation.

The country

The cost of radiation therapy

Turkey

from $3 068

South Korea

from $3 500

China

from $4 450

India

from $6 100

Israel

from $8 000

Germany

from $8 367

Spain

from $9 371

How to arrange treatment?

The page presents the leading clinics around the world, which have the latest devices for radiation therapy. You can sort medical centers by cost, recommendations and patient reviews. Leave a request on the website so that the Bookimed coordinating doctor will contact you at a convenient time for you. He will answer your questions about treatment, tell you how much a course of radiation therapy costs in your case, guide you to the leading clinics, and sign up for the procedure.

The Bookimed care department helps with finding tickets and accommodation for the duration of your stay. You do not pay for our services.

Where can I read reviews of radiotherapy?

You can read the reviews about radiotherapy left by Bookimed patients in the clinic cards on this page. Here is one of them. He was left by a woman whose aunt was undergoing radiation therapy at the Solingen clinic in Germany.

Good afternoon everyone! The bookimed company helped a lot in solving the terrible misfortune that happened in my family - this is cancer, namely the consultant Koval Ivan, gave hope for my aunt's recovery. A few words about how bookimed advised us with the hospital: we submitted an application with a specific problem, and on the same day consultant Ivan called us back, exactly one day later we were offered three options for hospitals in Europe with a full description of doctors and the cost of treatment. A week later, we were already in Germany for an appointment with Professor Dr. Hensch, the consultation was held at a very high level. Now my aunt is being treated and I am sure that the treatment will be successful.)) I think my aunt will tell you in more detail after she has fully recovered. Personally, on behalf of myself and all of my family, I want to say a HUGE thank you to Bookimed and Ivan for the quality work.

Inna

What do Bookimed patients look for when choosing a clinic?

When choosing a medical center for radiation therapy, you need to pay attention to:

  • Year of manufacture of the device. The newer the unit, the more accurate, effective and safer the radiotherapy will be. Therefore, choose a clinic that uses units no older than 2013.
  • Qualified radiation oncologist. Leading experts in this field have at least 15 years of practical experience. It is important that he has regular fellowships in other countries (eg USA) and is a member of international organizations such as the American Society of Radiation Oncology ( ASTRO ) and the European Association for Radiation Therapy and Oncology ( ESTRO ).

What are the types of radiation therapy?

Depending on the method of irradiation, the following types of procedures are distinguished:

Remote (external) radiation therapy

Doctors irradiate the tumor using a special device - a linear accelerator, which is located at a distance from the patient and produces radiation beams.

The Cancer Research UK charitable organization distinguishes the following types of remote radiotherapy:

  • 3D-conformal radiation therapy (3D-CRT) - the device creates a three-dimensional model of the neoplasm and acts on it from different angles;
  • Intensity Modulated Radiation Therapy (IMRT) - allows you to accurately calculate the doses of radiation required for each of the areas of the tumor, and adjust the beam to the shape of the tumor.
  • Image Guided Radiation Therapy (IGRT) – During the procedure, the machine takes CT scans of the tumor. Thanks to this, the doctor can correct the position of the patient's body and accurately direct the radiation beam to the neoplasm.
  • Hypofractional stereotactic radiotherapy (SBRT) is an exposure of a neoplasm to a high dose of radiation. The procedure is only indicated for certain forms of cancer (eg, liver, lung, spine).
  • Proton beam therapy - during such treatment, the destruction of cancer cells occurs due to a beam of protons. The radiation dose is lower than with other types of radiotherapy.

Contact radiation therapy (brachytherapy)

Doctors place a source of radiation (needles, capsules, seeds) inside or near the tumor. The substance affects the neoplasm locally and does not harm the body as a whole.

Radionuclide therapy

The patient takes an oral or intravenous drug with radiation that accumulates in malignant cells. Radionuclide methods of irradiation include radioiodine therapy.

How is radiation therapy performed?

external beam radiation therapy

This is a painless procedure that does not require anesthesia. Moreover, if the patient is a child, doctors use special sedatives that calm him down and allow him to lie still during the irradiation session.

During the procedure, the patient is on a special couch. His body is given the necessary position and fixed to avoid displacement. If necessary, also fix the head with a special mesh.

Brachytherapy

It is performed under local or general anesthesia. The doctor places radioactive grains into the organ with special needles. He controls the course of the procedure using ultrasound.

Radioiodine therapy

Under the supervision of a doctor, the patient takes a capsule with an individual dose of radioiodine , which is selected according to the results of the examination. The radionuclide does not harm the patient's body, but may affect the health of others. Therefore, for 3-7 days he remains in an individual ward with a special ventilation system.

What side effects and complications can occur after irradiation?

After remote radiation therapy, the patient may experience systemic complications associated with the general condition, and local ones in the area in which the radiotherapy took place.

Local

Systemic

burns

Weakness

Fragility of blood vessels

Violation of hematopoiesis

Small focal hemorrhages

Nausea, vomiting, diarrhea

Ulceration of the irradiated surface

Hair loss, brittle nails

How long does treatment last at Bookimed partner clinics?

The mode of radiation therapy depends on its type:

  • Duration of 1 session of remote radiation therapy is 10-45 minutes. The course takes, on average, 2 weeks (5 procedures each). The number of courses is individual for each patient. Doctors determine the need for hospitalization according to the general state of health. In some cases, a single irradiation of the tumor (radiosurgery) is indicated.
  • Brachytherapy takes 1.5 hours, hospitalization after it - 2 days.
  • After taking radioactive iodine, the patient stays in the clinic for an average of 7 days.
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Doctor Yesim Yildirim is an oncologist certified by the European Society of Medical Oncology (ESMO). Affiliated with numerous hospitals in the United States and Turkey, including the University of Maryland Medical Center, Johns Hopkins Hospital and Memorial Sisli Hospital. She has over 20 years of experience and has a special interest in preventive medicine, diabetes, and hypertension. Holds an MBA in Healthcare Management and shares her expertise with Bookimed from 2022.

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