This therapy uses electric pulses to target and destroy harmful cells, offering precise, minimal side-effects treatment.
This therapy targets brain tumors with high-dose radiation, sparing healthy tissue, offering less pain and recovery time.
The procedure uses precise radiation to destroy prostate cancer, improving survival rates with minimal side effects.
This therapy uses targeted radiation to destroy lung cancer cells without surgery with minimal side-effects.
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Note: The above timeline is a general guide. Each patient"s case is unique and the timeline may vary. Regular transfers are provided, but accommodation is not included in the service.
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CyberKnife | from $8588 | from $4750 | - |
NanoKnife | - | from $3000 | - |
CyberKnife for brain tumor | - | from $6800 | - |
CyberKnife for prostate cancer | from $16102 | from $6000 | - |
CyberKnife for lung cancer | - | from $6000 | - |
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The best CyberKnife hospitals are listed below. The latest CyberKnife modifications — M6 and VSI — are used there. 1-5 sessions are required for treatment.
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Irradiation procedure with the help of CyberKnife is conducted at the Department of Radiotherapy in Nordwest Clinic. The specialists in radiotherapy perform the procedure.
During therapy, the device irradiates the tumor with a high dose of radiation. The accuracy of the procedure using CyberKnife is 0.5 mm. Healthy tissues are not affected.
Doctors conduct the procedure on an outpatient basis. Treatment with the CyberKnife is painless, a patient is conscious. After the process, a person can return home.
The average duration of 1 irradiation session is 2 hours.
CyberKnife | $8587.88 - $15028.8 |
CyberKnife procedure is conducted in the Radiotherapy Department.
CyberKnife unit irradiates the neoplasm with radioactive rays. The accuracy of the apparatus is 0.5 mm. It means that irradiation damages a tumor without affecting healthy tissues.
Doctors carry out the procedure on an outpatient basis. The duration of 1 session is 2-4 hours. A patient can return home after the irradiation.
The CyberKnife treatment cost is calculated only after the complete diagnostics.
CyberKnife is a system for quick and accurate non-surgical treatment of the brain, lung, prostate tumors. CyberKnife unit is produced by Accuray American company which regularly improves a device to make it more effective, comfortable, and safe for a patient. Nowadays, there are 4 generations of CyberKnife. M6 and VSI are the latest.
The procedure is painless and does not require the incisions. The treatment principle is based on the targeted influence of radioactive irradiation on a malignant tissue.
The system influences benign and malignant tumors in any part of the body. It is applied to treat:
The location of the tumor affects the average cost of CyberKnife treatment.
Indications for CyberKnife therapy:
Contraindications for treatment:
Side effects appear rarely. Fatigue, nausea, small swelling in the area of irradiation may occur. The tissues are not damaged.
While choosing a hospital for CyberKnife treatment, pay attention to:
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The price of CyberKnife treatment is affected by the following factors:
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The prices for CyberKnife treatment given on this page are pointed per a session. Only 1 cycle of irradiation is required. The cost usually includes the procedure itself.
Such additional services as accommodation, transfer, medical examination, consultation with a doctor, are paid additionally.
The average cost of CyberKnife treatment is $10,600 according to the data provided by hospitals. Depending on the country and medical center, the price may be lower or higher.
The treatment course consists of 1 CyberKnife session. The duration of session is 30-120 minutes. The CyberKnife treatment cost depends on the therapy length.
Preparation for CyberKnife treatment
A patient undergoes MRI, CT or PET-CT before CyberKnife therapy. A doctor may administer special markers inside or near the tumor to increase the accuracy of influence.
CyberKnife operation process
During the operation, a patient is placed on the special table. He/she breathes calm and tries not to move. The irradiation starts. A computer regulates the location of the linear accelerator and intensity of irradiation. Patients with claustrophobia and children are sedated with light drugs.
After the procedure
A patient returns home in several hours after the procedure. In the case of oncological diseases treatment, additional medical observation may be required. The following 6-9 months a tumor reduces up to the complete disappearance.
GammaKnife is a precursor of CyberKnife. GammaKnife cannot adapt to the movements of a patient and requires the fixation of the body while CyberKnife does. This allows affecting the pathology more precise without damaging healthy cells.
Innovative CyberKnife units control patient’s movements (i.g. breathing) and accurately irradiate a tumor.
CyberKnife can be applied as a primary treatment option for early stages of an oncological disease. It also can be combined with surgical treatment and chemotherapy.
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