Tonsil cancer Treatment in Shefaa Al Orman international oncology hospitals
About the clinic
Tonsil cancer care at Shefaa Al Orman International Oncology Hospitals in Luxor, Egypt, includes surgery, radiation, chemotherapy, and supportive care. The ESMO-accredited hospital has a dedicated head and neck cancer unit. Online surgeon consultations may be around $40–$60; chemotherapy sessions, around $90; and a listed radiation course, around $3,000–$4,500.
Diagnosis and treatment planning
Dr. Ayman Abdel Wahab Amin, a head and neck surgery consultant, is named consultant for the hospital’s head and neck cancer program. The team can review cases through its multidisciplinary clinic.
- Clinical examination: A head and neck surgeon examines the throat. Endoscopy and laryngoscopy let clinicians view the throat and voice box.
- Biopsy: Fine-needle aspiration can sample neck lymph nodes. Tissue samples can receive histological and immunohistochemical testing.
- Imaging and lab tests: CT, MRI, and PET scans check for cancer spread. Blood tests include blood counts, biochemistry, tumor markers, and coagulation.
- Remote review: The hospital offers a free evaluation with a treatment plan and cost estimate.
The clinic’s listed radiation course price is for colorectal cancer, not a tonsil cancer-specific program. Its price list also includes MRI of the abdominal cavity, colonoscopy, and thyroid and pancreas biopsies.
Tonsil cancer treatments
For stage I–II disease, the primary option is tumor removal through the mouth followed by radiation therapy. This approach can preserve the affected organ. Radiation may also be used alone, after surgery, or to ease advanced-cancer symptoms.
- Chemoradiotherapy: For stage III–IV disease with deep tumor invasion, chemotherapy and radiation are given together. The clinic reports effectiveness in 70% of cases.
- Transoral robotic surgery (TORS): Robotic access through the mouth can remove tumors in hard-to-reach areas, including the lower throat.
- Neck dissection: Surgeons remove affected neck lymph nodes when cancer has spread to them.
- Platinum-based chemotherapy: Cisplatin or carboplatin may be combined with radiation or used for recurrent disease.
- Targeted therapy and immunotherapy: These drug treatments are options for recurrent or spread squamous cell cancer.
- Reconstructive surgery: Surgery can rebuild the area after tumor removal, with the aim of restoring swallowing and speech function.
Support during advanced disease
The hospital provides palliative care for pain and other symptoms, alongside psychological, nutritional, and social support. Its palliative unit has an outpatient clinic and 8 inpatient beds. Patients can request a consultation through Bookimed to discuss the available care options.
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Treatments prices in the clinic
| diagnostics | Price | |
|---|---|---|
| Thyroid biopsy | $621 | |
| KRAS, NRAS,BRAF mutation testing | $940 | |
| Pancreas biopsy | $630 | |
| Breast biopsy | $350 | |
| PET/CT | $358 |
| treatment | Price | |
|---|---|---|
| Radiation therapy for colorectal cancer | $3000 - $4500 | |
| Immunotherapy | Price on request | |
| Immunotherapy with Keytruda (Pembolizumab) | Price on request | |
| Chemotherapy | Price on request | |
| Bone marrow transplantation | Price on request | |
| Radiofrequency ablation | Price on request |
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Shefaa Al Orman international oncology hospitals: more details about the clinic
Shefa Al Orman Hospitals in Luxor is a fully integrated medical city in Egypt specializing in the diagnosis and treatment of all types of cancer. The center includes two dedicated facilities: Shefa Al Orman Cancer Hospital for Adults and Shefa Al Orman Cancer Hospital for Pediatrics. Both hospitals are equipped with advanced technologies for comprehensive cancer care, including chemotherapy, targeted therapy, immunotherapy, surgery, radiotherapy, supportive care, and rehabilitation. Treatment is provided by a highly qualified team of oncology specialists from Egypt across all relevant fields.
The hospital offers fast and accurate diagnostic pathways, ensuring timely medical, surgical, and radiation interventions, as well as rehabilitation services exclusively for cancer patients. It is known for competitive pricing compared to private hospitals in Egypt and abroad, as well as for specialized services such as bone marrow transplantation, breast reconstruction, bladder-preserving surgery, and high-precision brachytherapy for prostate and cervical cancers.
Shefa Al Orman Hospitals are internationally and locally accredited for quality healthcare delivery. A free evaluation service is available to patients, including a medical review and a proposed treatment plan with estimated costs. Located in Luxor, the hospital benefits from a calm, dry climate that supports recovery. It also assists patients with medical visa documentation to facilitate access to treatment in Egypt.
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