Wilms Tumor Treatment Cost In Malaysia
Chat What is Wilms Tumor?
Wilms Tumor is also known as nephroblastoma, it is a cancer of the kidneys that typically occurs in children, and rarely in adults. It is named after Max Wilms, the German surgeon who first described it.
How is the Procedure Performed?
Wilma tumor is treated usually by surgery, chemotherapy, and radiation therapy and it depends on several factors, such as the type, stage, and histology of the tumor.
Who is the Right Doctor for Wilms Tumor Treatment?
The right doctor to consult for Wilms Tumor is a Pediatric Urologist along with a Nephrologist.
Wilms Tumor is detected with the help of Imaging tests such as an ultrasound, computerized tomography (CT) or magnetic resonance imaging (MRI), etc.
What is the Usual Success Rate for this Procedure?
The 5-year survival rate for children with a Wilms tumor is around 93%. However, the rate varies according to the stage of the disease.
The cost of Wilms tumor treatment includes:
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Preoperative diagnostic tests cost, which may include [CT Scan, MRI, or ultrasound]
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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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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 - The patient will be required to visit the surgeon a week after the surgery to assess and remove any staples or stitches.
The cost of Wilms tumor treatment includes:
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Preoperative diagnostic tests cost, which may include [CT Scan, MRI, or ultrasound]
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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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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 - The patient will be required to visit the surgeon a week after the surgery to assess and remove any staples or stitches.
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, such as ECG or blood tests, may be required.
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An extended stay at the hospital (Generally, the stay is around 3-4 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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Doctors for Wilms Tumor Treatment in Malaysia
Nephrologist
Consultant, 30 years of experience
Sunway Medical Centre, Selangor - Dr. Rosnawati Yahya has +30 years of experience as a renowned Nephrologist in Malaysia.
- Her areas of interest include kidney transplantation, glomerular illness (such as lupus nephritis and IgA nephropathy), and healthcare quality.
- She is the President of Malaysian Society of Transplantation, President of The Post Graduate Renal Society Malaysia, Chairperson Malaysian Kidney Allocation System, Chairperson of Malaysian Registry of Renal Biopsy, Advisory Committee for the National Renal Registry, and International Advisor for Commonwealth Tribute to life program.
- Dr. Rosnawati Yahya has several publications, journals and articles to her name.
- She has completed an MBBS (1994) from the University of Manchester, UK.
- She has obtained MRCS (1997) from the Royal Colleges of Physicians, UK and FRCS (2007) from the Royal College of Physicians of Edinburgh, UK.
- She has a Fellowship (2003) in Nephrology from the Ministry of Health Malaysia, Malaysia.
- She pursued sub-speciality training in Nephrology in Hospital Kuala Lumpur which included a clinical fellowship in the University Hospital of Leicester, United Kingdom.
- Dr. Rosnawati Yahya is well-versed in Bahasa Malaysia and English.
Nephrologist
Consultant, 25 years of experience Gleneagles Hospital, Penang - Dr. Chen Tse Peng has over 25 years of experience as a Nephrologist.
- He has a keen interest in Kidney failure, Dialysis, Diabetic Nephropathy, Intensive care Nephrology and Glomerulonephritis.
- Dato' Dr. Chen Tse Peng has several publications, journals, and articles to his name.
- He has completed an MBBS (1992) from the University of Malaya, Malaysia.
- He has obtained MRCP (1996) from the Royal College of Physicians, UK.
- Dato' Dr. Chen Tse Peng is well-versed in English, Bahasa Melayu, Bahasa Indonesia, Mandarin, Hokkien, Cantonese, Hakka and Teochew.
Nephrologist
Consultant, 20 years of experience Gleneagles Hospital, Penang - Dr. Goh Heong Keong is a Nephrologist with more than 20 years of expertise.
- He has a keen interest in interventional nephrology and kidney transplantation. with capable of doing tunnelled/non-tunnelled catheter insertion, kidney biopsy, ultrasound assessment of native fistula and Tenckoff catheter insertion.
- Dr. Goh Heong Keong has several publications, journals, and articles to his name.
- He has completed an MBBS (2001) from the University of Malaya, Malaysia.
- He has obtained MRCP (2005) from the UK.
- He has done a Fellowship (2008) from the Ministry of Health, Malaysia.
- Dr. Goh Heong Keong is well-versed in English and Bahasa Melayu.
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