Colon cancer stage 4 Treatment in Uni-asia Cancer hospital

Treating stage 4 colon cancer at Uni-asia Cancer Hospital in Chengdu, China, focuses on minimally invasive interventional oncology. An online consultation with an oncologist may cost around $150, while a whole-body CT or PET/CT scan typically runs $1,300. The medical team uses a multidisciplinary approach to manage complex metastatic tumors.

Prof. Dr. Liao Zhengyin leads the clinical team with over 30 years of experience. He has performed over 40,000+ procedures and previously directed the Cancer Center at West China Hospital. As a former visiting scholar at Johns Hopkins Hospital, Prof. Dr. Liao Zhengyin specializes in interventional oncology. He is a leading figure in China for treating refractory cancer pain using radioactive seed implantation.

Advanced diagnostics for cancer staging

Accurate staging is necessary for stage 4 cases to identify all metastatic sites. The hospital provides specialized imaging and expert reviews to plan the next steps of care.

• Online consultation. Patients receive a preliminary review of medical records before traveling for around $150.
• Full-body imaging. A CT scan of the whole body or a PET/CT scan is around $1,300.
• Multidisciplinary team (MDT) review. Specialists in interventional therapy, targeted therapy, and immunotherapy collaborate on every case.

Minimally invasive treatment options

The hospital specializes in non-surgical methods to control tumor growth and manage metastases in the liver, lungs, or bones. These techniques aim to reduce side effects compared to traditional systemic chemotherapy.

• Transarterial chemoembolization (TACE). This method delivers high concentrations of chemotherapy directly to tumor-feeding vessels. It helps treat liver and lung metastases while sparing healthy tissue.
• NanoKnife ablation. This uses irreversible electroporation with a single-needle system. It is safe for tumors located near major blood vessels or bile ducts.
• Argon-helium cryoablation. Doctors use CT guidance to freeze and destroy tumor cells. This is effective for multiple lesions in the bone or soft tissues.
• Iodine-125 seed implantation. Small radioactive seeds provide continuous local radiation. This brachytherapy helps control unresectable tumors and reduce pain.

The facility is equipped with specialized interventional platforms. International patients receive support from interpreter services during their stay. You can request a consultation or review of your medical case by leaving a request on Bookimed.