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Apollo Cancer Institute is a multi-modality, cutting-edge anti-cancer treatment facility. Pathology, and radiology services including PET-CT, cath lab, physiotherapy, blood bank, and other advanced technologies are available at the cancer institute. Over 125 surgical and radiation oncology specialists work at Apollo Hospitals' cancer care system. Cancer care experts, combined with cutting-edge diagnostics such as 64-slice PET CT, individualized therapy profiling, radiation therapy such as TrueBeam STX and Proton therapy, and skilled Robotic surgeons, provide every patient with the best chance of beating kidney cancer.
The malignant portion of the kidney is surgically removed by a skilled and experienced team of surgeons at Apollo Hospitals during a Robotic Nephrectomy. When the tumor is less than 4 cm in size, partial nephrectomy or nephron-sparing surgery is performed. Partial Nephrectomy can also be used if the tumor is between 4 and 7 centimeters in diameter. At Apollo Hospitals, the Da Vinci Robotic Prostatectomy is a minimally invasive method of treating kidney cancer. It makes use of high-definition 3D magnification, cutting-edge robotic technology, and a number of small devices.
The oncology department at HCG hospital has excellent onco experts to deliver quality cancer care. Among the diagnostic tests for detection of kidney cancer are KFT, Urine Cytology/Urine Tests, and Imaging Tests: Imaging tests, such as MRI scans, PET/CT scans, etc. provide detailed structures of the kidneys and tumor. A biopsy is performed in some cases to find out a definitive diagnosis of kidney cancer.
The treatment options include Surgery, Open nephrectomy, Minimally invasive nephrectomy, and Nephron-sparing Surgery (Partial Nephrectomy). Surgery is the main line of treatment for kidney cancers. Kidney tumors can either be operated on through open surgery or minimally invasive surgery. Minimally invasive procedures include robotic surgery and laparoscopic surgery. The surgery may be combined with Radiation Therapy, Immunotherapy, Chemotherapy, or Targeted therapy. HCG also offers CyberKnife, the world’s first whole-body robotic radiosurgery system that can be used to treat kidney cancers. The technologies available at HCG include Tomotherapy, TrueBeam, Agility Synergy, Artiste with CT on rails (Asia’s first Image-Guided Radiation Therapy machine with CT-on-rails), and Brachytherapy. HCG houses the advanced da Vinci Robotic Surgical System.
Faridabad, India
The Sarvodaya Hospital and Research Centre have a dedicated cancer institute with the goal to deliver the best possible treatment to the patients. They have highly skilled oncosurgeons, medical oncologists, and surgical oncologists on board. The institute offers Surgical Oncology, Medical Oncology, Hemato-Oncology, Nuclear Medicine & Radiation Therapy, along with Integrative and Genomic Oncology with a complete range of high-end supporting experts. The core values of treatment are based on patient satisfaction, maintaining the quality of care, and personalized integrated patient focus.
The institute has modern diagnostics like imaging, molecular testing, guided bronchoscopy, pleuroscopy, image-guided biopsy, MRI, PET CT scanning, and radiotherapy. Sarvodaya houses the best & latest technologies like Discovery IQ PET CT, Versa HD 6D Linac, and Gamma Camera. Precision Oncology, the latest and most advanced approach to cancer treatment, is available at Sarvodaya Hospital and Research Centre. The experts deliver a specific treatment plan that is tailored to the patient's genetic data. Hence, bringing a treatment plan made just for them that is based on an individual's DNA-based information. Laser Urological Surgeries are also available at Sarvodaya Hospital, to deliver comprehensive healthcare services to the patients.
Turkey's largest private university hospital, Medipol University Hospital, includes general, cardiovascular, oncology, and dental hospitals. With its cutting-edge medical technology, intelligent building technology, and contemporary architecture, Medipol University Hospital draws the attention of both national and international patients. The hospital can accommodate 470 patients across two 133-bed intensive care units. A new generation of technology installed in the hospital allows for the simultaneous use of 25 operating rooms.
Chemotherapy, medical oncology, and surgical departments make up the oncology unit of the hospital. The hospital uses a combination of all three methods to treat kidney cancer, based on the invasion of the tumor and its exact location. A kidney transplant may be advised in cases where the tumor has more thoroughly invaded the kidney. The hospital offers robotic, laparoscopic, and minimally invasive treatment options. The hospital has access to diagnostic tools like PET-CT, biopsy, MRI, CT, urine analysis, etc. Assoc.Prof.Md Kürşat ?zdi̇lli̇ and Prac.Md Hakan Koçar are oncologists at Hisar Intercontinental Hospital.
Sharjah, United Arab Emirates
The Cancer Care Center at Zulekha Hospital is a specialized facility that offers Medical Oncology in addition to traditional cancer treatment options such as surgery, chemotherapy, and palliative care. Stereotactic body radiation therapy, low- and high-dose brachytherapy, external beam radiation therapy, and intensity-modulated radiation therapy (IMRT) are all available at the facility (SBRT). Radiation therapy for kidney cancer at the hospital includes both curative and palliative treatments.
Treatments for kidney cancer that has spread to other organs include chemotherapy, radiation therapy, and/or surgery. The oncology team may use a combination of chemotherapy, targeted therapy, biological therapy, HIPEC (Hyperthermic Intraperitoneal Chemotherapy), and radiation therapy to assess and treat patients. The Zulekha hospital has the most recent B. Braun Dialog and dialysis machine programs for both acute and chronic renal failure. The hospital has received the "Dubai Quality Award." Dr. Rham Zaki Ahmed Mohamed, Dr. Sameh Mohammed Ahmed Aboamer, and Dr. Roshan Koshy Jacob are some of the oncology specialists at the hospital.
Istanbul, Turkey
| Speciality | Oncology |
| Procedure | Kidney Cancer Treatment |
| Success Rate | Varies as per stage, grade and type of cancer |
| Recovery Time | Few weeks to several months |
| Treatment Time | 2 and 3 hours |
| Chances of Recurrence | Varies as per stage, grade, type and location of cancer |
Kidney cancer treatment involves approaches like surgery, targeted therapy, immunotherapy, or a combination of these treatments. Radiation therapy and chemotherapy are also occasionally applied. Patients suffering from metastatic kidney cancer often receive multiple lines of therapy. Surgery is the most common form of kidney cancer treatment. Various types of surgeries include radical nephrectomy, partial nephrectomy, and laparoscopic and robotic nephrectomy.
Kidney cancer treatment is primarily focused on addressing renal cell carcinoma, which is the most common type of kidney cancer. Other medical conditions that can be treated through kidney cancer treatment include Wilms' tumor (a type of kidney cancer that primarily affects children), transitional cell carcinoma, and rare types of kidney tumors.
The recovery process after kidney cancer treatment varies depending on the treatment received and the individual patient. After surgery, patients may need weeks or months to heal and recover, and they may experience temporary discomfort or pain. Follow-up appointments and monitoring are important to detect any recurrence or new developments in the kidneys. In some cases, additional treatments or medications may be required to prevent or manage any potential complications.
Receiving a kidney cancer diagnosis is a life-altering moment, filled with a whirlwind of emotions and a daunting list of questions. Foremost among them is often, "What happens next?
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