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Dr. Sinan Karaaslan is a highly experienced medical oncologist with expertise in the management of breast, colorectal and urogenital system cancers. He has been a medical oncologist since 2003 and has held fellowships in internal medicine, medical oncology and specialty in internal medicine. He is also a member of the Turkish Medical Association, the Turkish Medical Oncology Society and the Turkish Lung Cancer Society.
Anadolu Medical Center is a multidisciplinary facility providing American treatment standards at affordable prices in Istanbul (Turkey). Anadolu affiliates with the Johns Hopkins Hospital, one of the best medical facilities in the USA.
Oncology, hematology oncology, urology, neurosurgery, women's health, IVF, and check-up are the leading specialties in Anadolu Hospital.
The medical center is among the Top 10 hospitals in the world according to the Medical Travel Quality Alliance (MTQUA), an international organization that promotes excellent standards of health services for medical tourists.
Patients from the United States, the United Kingdom, Romania, Bulgaria, and Azerbaijan choose Anadolu Medical Center.
Summary about Anadolu from patients' reviews:
The Anadolu Clinic is a highly-regarded medical facility located on the coast of the marble sea. It is renowned for its professionalism, cleanliness, and attention to detail. The staff is polite, attentive, and responsive to patients' needs. Highly-trained and skilled doctors are available for comprehensive examinations and treatments, and the recovery room is bright and comfortable with a beautiful view. Patients have benefited from the services of an excellent translator, Elmira, and the support of coordinators Zakhida, Bakhtygul, and Amina, Gayana. The clinic also offers a transfer service from the airport to the hotel and back, as well as booking a hotel conveniently located 10-15 minutes away. Anadolu is the perfect choice for a successful treatment and recovery.
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According to the online healthcare portal Medicine.net, 80-95% is the survival rate for colon cancer stage 1, 50-80% for stage 2, and 40% is the survival rate for stage 3. 1-2 options are enough to treat early-stage colon cancer. More advanced stages (3-4) are harder to cure because malignant cells have reached other organs. You can find an appropriate therapy for your case in the top 10 colon cancer hospitals listed on this page.
Colon cancer treatment typically involves a combination of different methods depending on the cancer's location, stage, and the patient's health. Here is a brief overview of the primary treatment methods:
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Removal of cancerous parts of the colon. |
2-8 hours (3 on average). |
Average cure rate: 65%. |
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Use of strong medicines and radiation to kill cancer cells. |
• Chemotherapy: 2-3 week cycles, followed by a rest period. Total treatment: 3-6 months. |
Success rates vary; HIPEC shows a 5-year survival of 90% and a 5-year disease-free survival of 44% in advanced cases. |
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Medicines that block chemicals in cancer cells, usually combined with chemotherapy. |
Daily for months or years. |
Success varies by drug and stage. For example: |
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Medicines that help the immune system kill cancer cells, usually for advanced colon cancer. |
Around 2 years if tumors shrink or remain stable. |
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Turkey
Patients from the USA, Germany, and the UK choose Turkish medical centers to treat colon cancer. Most Turkish specialists trained in US medical facilities apply advanced treatments (immunotherapy, targeted therapy) and methods (minimally invasive techniques) for colon cancer patients. In Turkish clinics, prices are 2 times lower than in other international clinics due to the government’s price policy. The quality of healthcare remains at the highest level. Most Turkish hospitals are certified by international organizations such as JCI (Joint Commission International) and ISO (International Organization for Standardization) for safe, high-quality medical care.
Spain
Most Spanish clinics develop and apply the latest techniques to treat colon cancer. For instance, Prof. Lacy de Fortuny, a leading surgical oncologist in Spain, performs minimally invasive surgeries to treat colon cancer. The hospitals in Spain comply with international healthcare standards. This means the specialists use only progressive therapies. Hospitals in Spain are accredited by international organizations for high-quality healthcare and safety.
Israel
Patients from the USA and European countries pick Israel to treat colon cancer. In Israeli clinics, minimally invasive procedures are applied to treat cancer at early stages. Specialists also use immuno- and targeted therapies for difficult cases (when cancer spreads to other organs). Israeli specialists have improved their medical skills overseas and are involved in clinical trials to develop new treatment methods.
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