Rhabdomyosarcoma Treatment in Shefaa Al Orman international oncology hospitals

Rhabdomyosarcoma care at Shefaa Al Orman International Oncology Hospitals in Luxor, Egypt, includes diagnosis, surgery, and other cancer treatments. Abdominal MRI may cost around $100, biopsy around $300–$800, pediatric chemotherapy around $90 per session, and radiation therapy around $3,000–$4,500. The ESMO-accredited hospital has a dedicated sarcoma unit and a separate pediatric oncology hospital.

Diagnosis and treatment planning

The sarcoma team includes surgeon Dr. Mohamed Ahmed Ebrahim, a consultant in sarcoma surgery, alongside radiation and medical oncologists and an anesthesiologist. The hospital’s diagnostic services include:

• MRI and CT scans to image the tumor and nearby areas; abdominal MRI is available.
• PET-CT, bone scans, X-rays, and ultrasound for imaging and assessment.
• Tumor biopsy, including CT- or ultrasound-guided biopsy, with pathology testing.
• Blood tests, including a complete blood count and LDH testing.
• Bone marrow biopsy and echocardiography are also available.

A free evaluation includes a medical review, treatment plan, and cost estimate.

Treatment options at the sarcoma unit

• Sarcoma surgery removes the tumor mass. The sarcoma team plans surgery through its multidisciplinary program. Patients may stay in the inpatient surgical unit, and a day-surgery unit is also available.
• Chemotherapy includes pediatric treatment protocols. Day-care sessions include chemotherapy administration and nursing care, with patients going home the same day.
• Radiation therapy uses external beam treatment from the radiation oncology department. The course price includes treatment planning and care from that department.
• Targeted therapy and immunotherapy are systemic treatment options offered through sarcoma protocols.
• Interventional radiology ablation includes radiofrequency or microwave ablation and chemoembolization. These procedures may suit selected localized lesions.
• Bone marrow transplantation is available for selected high-risk pediatric oncology cases.

The hospital holds ISO 9001, ISO 45001, and ISO 14001 certifications. Patients can request a consultation through Bookimed to discuss the available care options.