Kidney Cancer Treatment In India
What Is Kidney Cancer?
The kidneys are two organs situated in the abdomen, that are involved in clearing the blood of toxic metabolites and producing urine. When a tumor develops in this organ, its called kidney cancer. Kidney cancer may be benign, malignant or undefined.
Is Kidney Cancer Common In New Delhi India ?
Unfortunately, kidney cancer is increasing in Delhi in particular and India overall.. There are many reasons for this sudden rise. One maybe increased habit of active and passive smoking in Delhi and Gurgaon. Though not scientifically proven, it is my belief that hectic lifestyle and work stress is contributing. Obesity and diet are debatable causes.
Prevention is the key, but if one is unfortunate to be diagnosed with kidney cancer he or she requires immediate treatment.
What Are the Symptoms Of Kidney Cancer?
Kidney cancer is a cancer that creeps up unexpectedly. It is mostly detected when the patient would get a routine ultrasound or during a health checkup.
But some symptoms may lead to a diagnosis. The common symptoms of kidney cancer are
- Hematuria or Blood in urine.
- Flank pain or pain in back
- Continuous mild fever
- Headache due to high BP
- Recent onset hypertension
- Swelling in the scrotum – Varicocele
Though these symptoms are non specific, your doctor may order some tests to detect the disease on time.
Investigations to Plan Surgery for Kidney Cancers (Renal Tumors)
Your urologist will like to order some tests before he can diagnose and proceed to treat your kidney tumor.
The investigations needed are (approximate cost)
- Contrast Enhanced CT of the abdomen and Chest – Kidney cancer is eminently diagnosed by a CECT scan. A cect provides all the necessary information needed to diagnose and treat kidney tumors. ( Cost 9000 INR / 150 USD)
- MRI -In patients not able to undergo a CECT, MRI is a valid choice and almost as good. Though CECT is better. ( Cost 9000 INR / 150 USD)
- Contrast Ultrasound – In some difficult cases, contrast ultrasound may help your urologist to reach a diagnosis.
- PET-CT- As of now PET CT is not routinely recommended, but it has an emerging role, especially in advanced kidney cancer. ( Cost 19000 INR / 300 USD)
Is Biopsy from Kidney Cancer Required?
Ideally speaking, biopsy from kidney cancer is not required. Because it is painful, can give false reports and even lead to your disease spreading. But in certain cases, it is prudent to biopsy the lesion. When the doubtful lesion maybe a lymphoma, tuberculosis or oncocytoma a biopsy may help.
It requires careful evaluation by your urologist.
The Best Team for The Surgical Kidney Cancer Treatment In New Delhi India
At Govinda Healthcare you will get the most dynamic and most affordable team to manage your kidney cancer in India.
- The very best treatment options – I am well versed with all the latest techniques of Kidney Cancer Surgery including open, laparoscopic and robotic.
- The very best team – Apart from me my team consists of Medical Oncologist, Radiation Oncologist, Pathologist, Anesthetist, Laparoscopic Surgeon and Nursing staff which ensures you get all round diagnosis and care.
- Eliminate the middle man – By directly sharing your reports and receiving treatment from the doctor in India you can save almost 50 percent on third party costs.
- Economical treatment – Fancy Big Corporate hospitals demand higher prices. Whereas excellent surgery can be done in smaller better equipped centers. Do not pay for fancy rooms, pay for good quality care and surgery.
We are the most affordable and most qualified team to manage your kidney cancer in India. We provide the best Kidney cancer treatment in India at the most economical cost.
Dr Vijayant Govinda Gupta is a MCh Urology from the prestigious PGI Chandigarh India with 14 years of experience in managing and treating kidney cancer surgically. He has successfully performed hundreds of cancer surgeries by open, laparoscopic and robotic means. He is a DM Medical Oncology from the prestigious AIIMS India with expertise in medical management of advanced kidney cancer. A gold medalist and member of many international organisations he has many research publications to his name.
What Are the Surgical Treatment Options For Kidney Cancer?
There are many treatment options for kidney cancer available in Delhi India. The cure of Kidney cancer depends on the stage and extent of tumor. In early and even in advanced stages the diseased kidney has to be removed surgically. As it continues to throw cancerous cells into the system. Once the kidney is removed depending on the extent of disease further therapy may be required.
The Treatment Options are –
- Radical Nephrectomy – Complete removal of the diseased kidney
Radical Nephrectomy In New Delhi India
Radical Nephrectomy is a urooncological surgery procedure in which the diseased kidney is removed en tota with all its draining lymphatics. This ensures complete disease removal along with all ways for kidney cancer to spread.
WHAT ARE THE ADVANTAGES OF RADICAL NEPHRECTOMY? Radical nephrectomy is the gold standard procedure for the management of kidney tumors. Its advantages are
- Complete kidney cancer removal
- Minimal risk of recurrence
- Early Recovery
- Less Complications
WHAT ARE THE DISADVANTAGES OF RADICAL NEPHRECTOMY? The disadvantage of radical nephrectomy is that it entails complete removal of the kidney. If you are diabetic or hypertensive and at risk of loss to another kidney, this places you at a risk of kidney failure. And there is always a small risk of getting cancer in the other kidney too. The solution to this partial nephrectomy or nephron sparing surgery.
OPEN RADICAL NEPHRECTOMY OR LAPAROSCOPIC RADICAL NEPHRECTOMY? Open Radical Nephrectomy is the removal of the kidney via an incision in the flank or below the chest (subcostal). It is necessary for larger or bulky kidney tumors. But it leaves a large scar, is a little more painful and may cause hernia later. Laparoscopic radical nephrectomy is the standard of care today. Via two small incisions and 5 mm pfannensteil incision the kidney can be delivered with minimal scarring and excellent pain relief. The choice of approach depends on the size of the kidney tumor, and is best decided by your urologist. Do not choose laparoscopic when not indicated as it can compromise results.
Radical Nephrectomy in Delhi – What To Expect?
The surgery takes place under anesthesia and you shall remain in the hospital for 2 days prior and 3 days after surgery.
Partial Nephrectomy (Nephron Sparing Surgery)
Only removal of the diseased portion while saving the kidney Partial nephrectomy is the emerging gold standard for management of kidney cancer worldwide. It is the new standard of care for small kidney tumors, or kidney tumors less than 4 cm in size. In this surgery, instead of removing the entire kidney, only the kidney tumor is removed, hence preserving the kidney.
Partial Nephrectomy (Nephron Sparing Surgery)
Only removal of the diseased portion while saving the kidney Partial nephrectomy is the emerging gold standard for management of kidney cancer worldwide. It is the new standard of care for small kidney tumors, or kidney tumors less than 4 cm in size. In this surgery, instead of removing the entire kidney, only the kidney tumor is removed, hence preserving the kidney.
- Small renal masses – less than 4 cm
- Single kidney – patients with only one kidney
- Multiple tumors
- Patient choice
- Patient at risk of kidney failure in the future – Diabetics and hypertensives
Advantages of Partial Nephrectomy
Saves the kidney – tomorrow if you lose the other kidney, you will have a back up Prevents damage to other kidney – It is theorized that removal of one kidney puts extra stress on the other kidney, and may lead to kidney failure.
Approaches To Partial Nephrectomy
- Approaches To Partial Nephrectomy
- ROBOTIC PARTIAL NEPHRECTOMY – Emerging gold standard
- LAPAROSCOPIC PARTIAL NEPHRECTOMY – Losing to robotics
Partial Nephrectomy done in 45 year old man – Left Side
How To Choose One Or The Other Kidney Cancer Treatment In India?
The decision to choose a particular Kidney cancer treatment option lies with the patient. Every patient is different and each patient has his or her specific treatment goal. Kidney cancer besides effects both young and old. Though kidney cancer surgery provides the best hope for cure, other modalities exist.
Your urologist and you are the best people to make this decision after discussion.
How To Choose One Or The Other Kidney Cancer Treatment In India?
By eliminating the middle man you can save big on treatment costs. By choosing the right surgery and right hospital you can save even more. Cancer treatment in expensive but I guarantee you that with me and my team you will get the best results at the lowest cost. For the best Kidney Cancer treatment cost in India write to me.
Approximate Cost
Radical nephrectomy – 200000 INR (3500 USD)
Partial Nephrectomy 250000 INR (4000 USD)
Additional 1000 USD for Laparoscopic.
Additional 1500 USD for Robotic
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