Алена • Breast cancer Canada
Jul 12, 2018
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Germany, Cologne
Leiomyosarkoma Treatment in CDT-WEST Center of Diagnostics and Therapy
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About the clinic
Leiomyosarcoma treatment at CDT-WEST Center of Diagnostics and Therapy in Cologne, Germany, focuses on high-precision radiation therapy using Elekta Versa HD linear accelerators. Diagnostics for this condition may cost around $500–$1,500, while specialized radiation therapy for sarcomas typically runs $10,000–$20,000. The center is known for its advanced radiology department and cooperation with certified oncology centers across Cologne.
Diagnostic options for leiomyosarcoma
The center uses Siemens CT and 1.5 Tesla AERA MRI scanners to visualize soft tissue tumors. Accurate imaging helps doctors determine the exact size and location of the sarcoma before starting therapy. Patients may undergo several types of scans:
- MRI of the abdominal cavity. This scan helps locate tumors in the abdomen and costs around $500–$1,200.
- Brain MRI with contrast. A specialized scan to check for distant spread, typically costing around $800–$1,500.
- PET-CT imaging. This combined scan shows metabolic activity to identify active tumor cells.
- CT and MR angiography. These tests map the blood vessels surrounding the tumor.
- CT scan of bones. This procedure checks if the sarcoma has affected the skeletal structure.
Radiation therapy techniques
CDT-WEST specializes in external beam radiation therapy for soft tissue sarcomas. The facility uses Elekta Versa HD technology with ExacTrac and Vision-RT positioning. These tools maintain millimeter precision during every session. The following methods are available:
- Stereotactic body radiotherapy (SBRT). This non-invasive method can replace surgery. It requires no anesthesia and finishes in 1 to 7 sessions.
- Volumetric modulated arc therapy (VMAT). This technique delivers radiation quickly, with most treatments lasting about 2 minutes.
- Intensity-modulated radiation therapy (IMRT). Doctors use this to shape radiation beams to the tumor's exact form.
- Image-guided radiation therapy (IGRT). This method uses frequent imaging to target the tumor accurately during the procedure.
- Surface guided radiation therapy (SGRT). This system tracks the patient's skin surface to help with positioning.
Treatment protocol and support
Conventional radiotherapy for leiomyosarcoma usually involves 5 sessions per week. The medical team coordinates care through interdisciplinary tumor boards with other hospitals in Cologne. This ensures every patient receives a tailored plan based on the latest oncology standards. Depending on the plan, patients may receive treatment as outpatients or stay in the hospital. The center supports international visitors with assistance in English and several other languages.
To learn more about these options or to plan your visit, you can request a consultation through Bookimed.
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Oncology
| diagnostics | Price | |
|---|---|---|
| PET/CT in breast cancer | $2200 - $3400 | |
| MRI of the spine cord | $500 - $1000 | |
| CT of the chest | $350 - $700 | |
| Abdominal MRI | $650 - $1150 | |
| CT of the paranasal sinuses | $220 - $450 |
| treatment | Price | |
|---|---|---|
| Radiation therapy for colorectal cancer | $8000 - $16000 | |
| Radiation Therapy for Sarcomas | $10000 - $20000 | |
| Radiation therapy for brain tumor | Price on request | |
| Radiotherapy for throat cancer | Price on request | |
| Radiotherapy for prostate cancer | Price on request | |
| Radiotherapy for lung cancer | Price on request | |
| Radiotherapy for breast cancer | Price on request |
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CDT-WEST Center of Diagnostics and Therapy: more details about the clinic
Germany, Cologne
The CDT-WEST Medical Center is located in Longerich, peaceful Cologne district.
The distance from the clinic to Cologne Bonn Airport (Konrad Adenauer International Airport) is 25 km.
ADVANTAGES OF CDT-WEST
- Modern equipment. The CDT-WEST specialists apply innovative German-made devices — Siemens Somatom 64-section CT and Siemens 1.5 Tesla AERA MRI. Therefore, doctors carry out high-quality diagnostic screening to make an accurate diagnosis.
- Affordable cost of diagnostic tests and therapy. CDT-WEST Center offers lower cost for radiation treatment than German large multi-specialty hospitals.
DIAGNOSTIC RADIOLOGY
Doctors apply diagnostic techniques of the latest generation — CT, MRI, and PET-CT. They conduct such types of radiological tests as:
- MRI enterography or MRI Sellink (gastrointestinal tract screening)
- Magnetic resonance defecography (diagnosing of the pelvic organs defections)
- Magnetic resonance cholangiopancreatography (examining the liver, gallbladder, bile ducts, pancreas)
- MRI of the prostate
- CT and MR angiography (non-invasive methods of the blood vessels examination)
- CT scan of bones.
RADIATION THERAPY
The CDT-WEST doctors specialize in the treatment of benign and malignant tumors of:
- gastrointestinal tract
- respiratory tract
- genitourinary system
- mammary glands
- head and neck
- nervous system and dura mater.
Radiotherapy is also used to treat joints diseases and inflammations.
Radiation therapists apply Elekta linear accelerators made by a Swedish company to affect the tumor accurately and do not harm healthy tissues.
Each device is equipped with the camera system. Therefore, doctors control the posture of the human body during the procedure, and accelerators adjust to the patient's breathing.
Radiation therapy methods
Depending on the type of tumor and its location, doctors conduct the following types of radiotherapy:
- 3D-conformal radiation therapy for adapting the rays to the shape of cancer and protecting healthy tissue from the adverse effects.
- Intensively modulated radiation therapy (IMRT) for the radiation dose distribution over the tumor to get it out of the body completely.
- Image-guided radiation therapy (IGRT) for generating a three-dimensional image of the tumor and controlling the accuracy of the irradiation zone to preserve healthy cells.
- Volumetric Arc Radiation Therapy (VMAT) for treating tumors located close to vital organs — the prostate gland, rectum, female genitals, head, neck, and spinal cord. VMAT takes about 2 minutes (8 times faster than IMRT).
- Radiosurgery for affecting tumor with a high dose of radiation. Doctors use radiosurgery to treat tumors of the brain, liver, and lungs. A patient needs only 1 session compared to radiotherapy.
- Deep inspiration breath hold radiation therapy (DIBH) for treatment lungs, mammary glands, lymph nodes oncology. The system adjusts to the patient's movements during breathing and preserves healthy tissues. The technique allows avoiding complications (i.e., ischemic heart disease).
- Surface guided radiation therapy (SGRT) for breast, brain, and neck cancer treatment.
SERVICES FOR INTERNATIONAL PATIENTS
People receive treatment in an outpatient and inpatient basis.
The CDT-WEST specialists determine the patient's medical setting according to their health condition and treatment plan.
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Irina • Breast cancer
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Алена • Breast cancer Canada
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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
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