Cervical Cancer Treatment Cost in India

A.The cost of Cervical Cancer Treatment in India may differ from one medical facility to the other. The Cervical Cancer Treatment package cost usually includes all the expenses related to pre and post surgery expenses of the patient. The treatment cost usually includes the expenses related to hospitalization, surgery, nursing, medicines, and anesthesia. Post-surgical complications, new findings and delayed recovery may have an impact on the total Cervical Cancer Treatment cost in India.

A. The risks that are associated with the cervical cancer are as follows:

• Bleeding
• Infections
• Ability to become pregnant or carry a full-term pregnancy
  Increase in the chances of miscarriage
• Partial or complete removal of fallopian tubes, ovaries, and uterus
• Diarrhea
• Nausea
• Upset stomach
• Early menopause
• Interrupted menstrual cycle

A.There are different types of treatment options available in India for the treatment of cervical cancer that involve surgery, radiation therapy, chemotherapy, and targeted therapy. Different types of doctors are involved in treating this medical condition like a gynecologic oncologist, radiation oncologist, medical oncologist, etc.

A.There are several best hospitals for Cervical Cancer Treatment in India. Some of the best hospitals for Cervical Cancer Treatment in India include the following:

• Ruby Hall Clinic
• Wockhardt Hospital - A New Age Hospital
• Apollo Hospital International Limited
• Manipal Hospital, Yeshwantpur
• Clear Medi Hospital, Karkardooma
• Apollo Hospitals Bannerghatta
• W Pratiksha Hospital
• Fortis Flt. Lt. Rajan Dhall Hospital
• Sri Ramachandra Medical Centre
• Metro Hospital

A.After Cervical Cancer Treatment in India, the patient is supposed to stay in a guest house /hotel for another 30 days. This duration of stay is recommended to complete all the necessary follow-ups and control tests to ensure that the surgery was successful.

A. Some of the popular cities in India that offer Cervical Cancer Treatment include the following:

• Chennai
• Ahmedabad
• Kolkata
• Faridabad
• Gurugram

A.After Cervical Cancer Treatment, the patient is generally supposed to stay for about 5 days in the hospital for recovery and monitoring. The doctors team review the patient's recovery during this time with the help of blood tests and imaging scans. Once they feel that everything is on track, the patient is discharged.

A. There are more than 60 hospitals that offer Cervical Cancer Treatment in India. These hospitals are approved to perform the surgery and have proper infrastructure to handle Cervical Cancer Treatment patients.

A. Below mentioned are the four stages of cervical cancer:

• Stage 0: The presence of precancerous cells is found on the surface of the cervix in the form of CIN 3.
• Stage 1: Cancer cells have grown and spread from the surface into the deeper tissues of the cervix and possibly have not spread into the uterus, nearby lymph nodes, organs or distant body parts.
• Stage 2: Cancer cells have spread beyond the cervix and uterus but have not moved as far as to the lower parts of the vagina or the pelvic walls.
• Stage 3: Cancer has grown up till the walls of the pelvis and possibly to the lower part of the vagina. It has started to affect the bladder or rectum and may cause blocking the ureters, which are the tubes that carry urine from the bladder. Cancer, however, may or may not affect the nearby lymph nodes or other body parts.
• Stage 4: It is the last and the most advanced stage of cancer in which cancer has spread beyond the lower part of the vagina to the distant organs, including the liver, bones, lungs, and lymph nodes. Staying aware of cancer symptoms and seeking medical attention in case of observing any medical symptoms can help in its early detection and treatment, and can also help in increasing the chances of survival.

A. Below mentioned are the procedure wise cost of cervical cancer treatment in India:

A.Below mentioned are some of the main reasons why India is the most preferable destination for patients who are looking for Cervical Cancer Surgery or treatment:

• Low cost of treatment: India provides the treatment at 30-50% lesser cost than required for the same procedure and cares in the US and other developed countries without compromising on the treatment quality.
• Hospitals are equipped with the latest infrastructure and advanced medical technology.
• The best-in-class medical facility specializing in cancer.
• Highly experienced doctors and cancer specialists.

A.Various diagnostic tests that are recommended by the doctors are:

• Bimanual pelvic examination and sterile speculum: It is a gynecological examination, in which the doctor checks for abnormalities in the cervix, vagina, uterus, ovaries, and other nearby organs.
• Pap Test: The doctor gently scraped the inside and outside of the cervix by taking cell samples for laboratory tests.
• Liquid-based cytology tests are also called SurePath or ThinPrep. In this, a thin layer of cells is transferred on a slide after removing mucus and blood from it.Computer screening is also called AutoPap or FocalPoint. In this, a computer is used to scan the cell sample for any abnormalities.
• Human papillomavirus (HPV) typing test: It is similar to a Pap test. Cell samples are collected from the cervix. It can be done along with a Pap test or after the results of the Pap test come out to be abnormal. Specific strains of HPV like HPV 18 and HPV16, are high-risk infections. If the test comes out to be positive, then it means that the person has a high-risk HPV infection but does not necessarily have cancer
• Colposcopy: It can also be done to guide a biopsy of the cervix. A special instrument called a colposcopy is used during a colposcopy, which is similar to a microscope. The doctor is able to view the cervix and vagina in a lighted and magnified view. It is not inserted in the body and hence, is similar to a speculum examination. People with a positive or abnormal result of cervical cancer examination receive a colposcopy.
• Biopsy: In this, a small amount of tissues is removed for examination. Other tests can suggest the presence of cancer but a biopsy can confirm the presence of cancer. If the lesion is small, the pathologist may remove the entire lesion during the examination.
• Pelvic examination under anesthesia: In cases where there is a necessity for treatment planning, the pelvic area is re-examined under anesthesia for the spread of cancer to other organs like the bladder, rectum, vagina, or uterus.
• X-ray, Computed tomography, Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) are used to visualize soft tissues properly.
• Positron Emission Tomography (PET Scan): It is usually combined with CT Scan. A small amount of radioactive sugar is injected into the body of the patient. This substance accumulates in the tumor cells as they have higher active energy. A scanner detects this accumulation and creates images of the insides of the body.

1. Here are few preventions to be taken to prevent from cervical cancer:

• The risk of cervical cancer reduces when a person has been vaccinated with the HPV vaccine. There is a major relationship between cervical cancer and HPV infection. HPV vaccination is recommended for preteens aged 11 and 12 and for people who are below the age of 26. However, it may be given to people who are 27 to 45 years of age who are not already vaccinated.
• Screening Tests can aid in finding changes and abnormalities in the cervix and nearby organs. Pap tests are done to find out precancerous cell changes and HPV testing. This testing finds out abnormalities in these cells.
• Smoking is linked to the onset of cervical cancer. By-products of tobacco have been observed in the cervical mucus of women who have a habit of smoking. These by-products damage the cells in the cervical walls, leading to cervical cancer.
• Condoms should be used during intercourse. HPV infection can occur in both female and male genital areas. These areas may not be covered by a latex condom and the areas that are protected by the condom. However, the effect of condoms in preventing HPV infection is not known, but it has been observed that it reduces the chance of cervical cancer.

A.Cervical cancer is more commonly diagnosed in women between the age group of 35 to 44. The average diagnostic age is usually 50. It is rare that women below the age of 20 are diagnosed with cervical cancer. Many older women are still at risk of developing cervical cancer as they get older. It takes 15 to 20 years for it to develop in women with a healthy immune system.