Gliomas Treatment Cost In United Arab Emirates
What is Gliomas?
The Type of Cancer Found in the Brain's Glial Cells is Called a Glioma.
Glial cells are also known as gluey cells. They are found around nerve cells and help function the nervous system.
The signs and symptoms of glioma are different for different types, which mainly include -
- Headaches
- Nausea
- Seizures
- Weakness
- Numbness of extremities
How is the Procedure Performed?
The treatment of glioma depends upon the patient's type, location, and health.
The treatment comprises Surgical Extraction, Chemotherapy, and Radiation Therapy.
Molecular Drug Therapy is also being used nowadays.
Sometimes a combination of more than one is done.
Palliative care is required to subside the symptoms and maintenance of bodily functions.
Who is the Right Doctor for Gliomas Treatment?
The doctor recommended for treating glioma are Neurosurgeons and Head and Neck Surgeons.
What tests are required?
Diagnostic tests for glioma are neurological examinations followed by imagining tests such as -
- MRI
- CT scan
- PET scan
- In a few cases, a biopsy may be advised for more clarity.
What is the Usual Success Rate for this Procedure?
The survival rate of glioma cases is highly variable, depending upon many factors.
There are a few types of gliomas with a five-year survival rate of less than 10%, and some cases can survive for more than five years.
The cost of Glioma includes:
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Preoperative diagnostic tests cost, some of which may include [Neurological examination, imaging tests- X-ray, CT Scan, MRI, Biopsy, etc.]
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Surgery cost (Depends upon the type and size of the tumour and the extent to which the tumour has spread)
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Post-Operative cost (there might be a need for Chemotherapy or Radiotherapy before or post-surgery)
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Medicines
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Patient's hospital stay
Note - High-grade gliomas can are often resistant or can return after the treatment. Treatment for recurred gliomas is different from the treatments used for initial treatment.
The overall cost of the procedure also varies based on the patient's condition and preferences. Some of these factors are:
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Type of hospital and room opted (General, Twin sharing, or single room)
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The stage and type of cancer
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Patients may require repeated investigation through PET CT and related tests Post-surgery / Chemotherapy / Radiation Therapy
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Any additional tests may be required, such as ECG or blood tests
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An extended stay at the Hospital (Generally, the stay is around 2-5 days)
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Cost of Accommodation during follow-ups, in case the patient is not a local resident [may take longer duration in case of chemotherapy or radiotherapy sessions]
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