Pituitary Tumor Treatment Cost In United Arab Emirates
What is Pituitary Tumor?
abnormal cell growth arising in the pituitary gland is termed as a pituitary tumor. these tumorous growths result in excessive secretion of hormones in the body. in some cases, it may obstruct hormone secretion leading to less hormone in the body. most of them are benign and non-cancerous in nature, they remain in the pituitary gland and nearby organs throughout. sign and symptoms of such tumors are headaches, vision issues, weakness, loss of appetite, irregular periods, and sexual dysfunction.
How is the Procedure Performed?
the treatment comprises of surgical removal of tumor by either endoscopic transnasal transsphenoidal approach or by craniotomy. radiation therapy is given by stereotactic radiosurgery, external beam radiation, or proton beam therapy. certain medications are given to control the hormonal imbalance in cases of prolactin-secreting tumors, growth hormone-secreting tumors, and Cushing syndrome.
Who is the Right Doctor for Pituitary Tumor Treatment?
the right doctor for pituitary tumor patients is a neurologist, neurosurgeon, and endocrinologist.
the symptoms of pituitary tumor often go unnoticed, so to diagnose we need a complete blood count, urine analysis followed by MRI and CT scan. An eye test is also preferable.
What is the Usual Success Rate for this Procedure?
the five-year survival rate for people with the pituitary tumor is around 82%.it largely depends on the type of pituitary tumor and person's age and overall health.
The cost of Pituitary Tumor includes:
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Preoperative diagnostic tests cost, some of which may include blood tests, vision tests, MRI scans, PET scans, etc.
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Surgery cost (Depends upon the type and size of the tumor and the extent to which the tumor has spread)
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Type of surgery (Endonasal endoscopic surgery, Neuro-endoscopic surgery, Craniotomy)
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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
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 to know the status of the disease during the course of treatment.
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An extended stay at the Hospital
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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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