Question 1

what is cost of Bladder Cancer in Turkey?

Accepted Answer

Bladder Cancer Treatment cost in Turkey is between USD 5400 to USD 6600. Patient has to stay in the hospital for 4 days and outside the hospital for 30 days. The total cost of the treatment depends on the diagnosis and facilities opted by the patient.

Question 2

What is the price of Bladder Cancer in other countries, compared to Turkey?

Accepted Answer

Approximate price of Bladder Cancer in other countries compared to Turkey is: Thailand, USD 4,800 to USD 7,200, approximately 0% higher than Turkey. Germany, USD 7,200 to USD 10,800, approximately 50% higher than Turkey. India, USD 2,400 to USD 3,600, approximately 50% lower than Turkey. Israel, USD 5,600 to USD 8,400, approximately 17% higher than Turkey. Malaysia, USD 4,800 to USD 7,200, approximately 0% higher than Turkey.

Question 3

About the treatment

Dr. Savin Yadav · Accepted Answer

The type of cancer which begins in the tissues of the bladder is called bladder cancer. It is more common in older individuals. The most common symptom is blood in the urine that makes its diagnosis early. Has a high tendency to reoccur so it requires to be kept in constant check.

Question 4

What is involved in the procedure

Dr. Savin Yadav · Accepted Answer

For the treatment of bladder cancer we have surgery for the removal of cancer cells, then intravesical chemotherapy (given in bladder) and systemic chemotherapy (given to whole body). Followed by radiation therapy, immunotherapy, and targeted drug therapy. the type of surgeries is TURBT (transurethral resection of bladder tumor ), cystectomy, neobladder reconstruction and continent urinary reservoir.

Question 5

Who is the right doctor for this procedure

Dr. Savin Yadav · Accepted Answer

The right doctor's team for treating a bladder cancer will comprise of a urologist, medical oncologist, surgical oncologist, and radiation oncologist.

Question 6

What is the usual success rate for this procedure

Dr. Savin Yadav · Accepted Answer

the survival rate depends on many factors like age and health of patient, type, location, and stage of cancerous growth. The tendency of getting diagnosed early made the survival rate high so the five-year survival rate for bladder cancer is around 75-80%.

Question 7

Any other special notes related to the procedure

Dr. Savin Yadav · Accepted Answer

Old age, smoking, family history are high-risk factors for bladder cancer, Also it is gender biased as males are far more susceptible to it than females. In some cases, exposure to certain chemicals also has been found to be carcinogenic.

Question 8

What is Bladder cancer?

Abhishek · Accepted Answer

Bladder cancer most common type of cancer which lies  inner side of your bladder and it mainly affects the older adults.

Question 9

What are the symptoms of bladder cancer?

Abhishek · Accepted Answer

Some of the symptoms of bladder cancer are blood in urine, frequent urination, painful urination and back pain.

Question 10

What are the causes of bladder cancer?

Abhishek · Accepted Answer

Bladder cancer begins when cells in the bladder develop changes (mutations) in their DNA. A cell's DNA contains instructions that tell the cell what to do. The abnormal cells form a tumor that can invade and destroy normal body tissue and when the abnormal cells can break away and spread (metastasize) through the body.

Question 11

What are the warning signs of bladder cancer?

Abhishek · Accepted Answer

Warning signs of bladder cancer includes blood in urine, pain during urination and frequent urination.

Question 12

What are the risk factors of bladder cancer?

Abhishek · Accepted Answer

Cigarette smoking, previous radiotherapy, certain chemotherapy, parasitic infection, previous infection of bladder stones and other cancer.

Question 13

What is the most common treatment for bladder cancer?

Abhishek · Accepted Answer

Transurethral resection is most common test done to find where the cancer has spread into bladder wall.  The standard treatment for bladder cancer is chemotherapy followed by radical cystectomy.

Question 14

Does bladder cancer spread quickly?

Abhishek · Accepted Answer

Yes, bladder cancer can spread easily and  may grow quick in some cases such as &ldquo;bladder carcinoma&rdquo; which is a specific type of bladder cancer.

Question 15

Can bladder cancer be removed?

Abhishek · Accepted Answer

When bladder cancer is invasive some or all parts of cancer are needed to be removed, this is known as cystectomy.

Question 16

How Cystectomy is done?

Abhishek · Accepted Answer

Partial cystectomy is the removal of a section of the bladder. This type of surgery retains most of the bladder and chemotherapy or radiation therapy is often used in combination. Radical cystectomy is complete removal of the bladder. It is used for more extensive cancers and those that have spread beyond the bladder. This surgery is often done using a robot, which removes the bladder and any other surrounding organs as the bladder is removed, a procedure called a urinary diversion must be done so that urine can exit the body. A pouch constructed of intestine may be made inside the body, or a leak-proof bag worn outside the body may be used to collect urine.

Question 17

How much time do you have to stay in hospital after Cystectomy?

Abhishek · Accepted Answer

The procedure typically requires a hospital stay of five to six days or even more depending on your recovery.

Question 18

Is bladder cancer completely curable?

Abhishek · Accepted Answer

Most of the bladder cancer are curable if they are treated at an early stage. In some cases the early stage bladder can come after successful treatment.

Question 19

What is the cost of tests for Bladder cancer Treatment?

Abhishek · Accepted Answer

The package typically includes the cost of the tests too. The common ones conducted before bile duct cancer treatment includes some blood tests such as glucose level tests, blood clotting tests, blood chemistry, and blood count test.  Cystoscopy is the main treatment option done for bladder cancer treatment, cystoscope is used to see the inside of the bladder.

Question 20

Are the pharmacy and medicines cost included in the package?

Abhishek · Accepted Answer

All medicines in the time frame that the patient is at the hospital are covered in the package. Medicines taken for recovery are usually not covered in the package price.

Question 21

Is there any post-treatment expense after getting Bladder cancer Treatment?

Abhishek · Accepted Answer

Bladder cancer surgery will take around  four  to six hours to do under general anaesthesia. A type of thin, rigid cystoscope called a resectoscope is put into your bladder through your urethra called resectoscope has a wire loop at the end that's used to remove any abnormal tissues or tumors. Right after TURBT you might have some bleeding and pain when you urinate. You can usually go home the same day or the next day and can return to your usual activities within a week or two. The post treatment expense after bladder cancer treatment is included in the package.

Question 22

What’s the stay duration for the surgery and the cost?

Abhishek · Accepted Answer

One to two days of hospital stay is needed after bladder cancer surgery, after few weeks  you can return back to your normal activities. Bladder cancer surgery removes the part of the bladder which contains tumor.  The cost of the surgery and the stay duration are being included in the package.

Question 23

Does Insurance cover the treatment?

Abhishek · Accepted Answer

As per the norm the treatment will only be covered if it is under if the treatment is surgical or if the patient needs treatment for long term.

Question 24

Are there cheaper options for Bladder Cancer treatment?

Abhishek · Accepted Answer

Some of the cheaper options for bladder cancer treatment include intravesical therapy, chemotherapy, radiotherapy and immunotherapy.

Treatment name	Cost range
Bladder Cancer Treatment	USD 5400 to USD 6600
Chemotherapy	USD 1350 to USD 1650

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Is there any post-treatment expense after getting Bladder cancer Treatment?

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Does Insurance cover the treatment?

Are there cheaper options for Bladder Cancer treatment?

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Before the Procedure (5 Questions):

1What is Bladder cancer?

2What are the symptoms of bladder cancer?

3What are the causes of bladder cancer?

4What are the warning signs of bladder cancer?

5What are the risk factors of bladder cancer?

During the Procedure (6 Questions):

1What is the most common treatment for bladder cancer?

2Does bladder cancer spread quickly?

3Can bladder cancer be removed?

4How Cystectomy is done?

5How much time do you have to stay in hospital after Cystectomy?

6Is bladder cancer completely curable?

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