It Is Suitable For
· Those in Malaysia for at least 2 weeks.
· Those with tumors diagnosed.
· Those with records considered poor candidates for surgery.
· Those who wish to recover from cancer in the least invasive way possible.
· Those who wish to effectively treat cervical, prostate, breast, esophageal and skin cancer.
What is Brachytherapy?
Brachytherapy, sometimes known as internal radiation therapy is a type of radiation therapy for used to treat cancer. Direct insertion of radioactive material inside the tumor in a higher total dose requires a shorter treatment time as compared to External Beam Radiation Therapy (the traditional way of treating cancer by beaming from outside the body).
Brachytherapy can be permanent or temporary, in which temporary brachytherapy is performed within a specific time frame and removed. Permanent brachytherapy however, mimics seed implantation, in which radioactive seeds about a rice grain size is placed in or near the tumor. The seed will lose its radioactivity in a few months' time.
Package Inclusion
· Brachytherapy Procedure Fee
· Specialist's Procedure Fee
This package does not include
· Investigation: radiology, laboratory, etc
· Hospitalization (if necessary)
· Anaesthesia fee (if necessary)
· Medications
Advantages and Limitations of Brachytherapy
<Advantages>
· Quick recovery
· High accuracy
· Short treatment time
· Minimize side effects
· Minimally invasive
<Limitations>
· May cause problems passing urine
· Requires anesthetics
· May take up to 2 years for the radioactive seeds to fall to its lowest level
· Possible side effects such as temporary bruises, bowel issues, and fatigue
FAQ
Q1: If I opt to go for brachytherapy, will I have to undergo other treatments as well?
A1: This depends on the degree and severity of your cancer. Brachytherapy may be performed with other treatments as well. Please get direct advice from your doctor.
Q2: If I have permanent brachytherapy, does that mean I am affecting surrounding people as well?
A2: There is a little concern that you may spread off a degree of radiation to your surrounding. However, it is also said that the radiation levels are very minute and will decrease over time.
Q3: How long can brachytherapy last?
A3: This depends on the type of cancer and treatment techniques.
Clinic Information
[Clinic Name] Sunway Medical Center
[Location] Selangor, Malaysia
[Nearest Station/ Nearest Tourist Destination] 5 mins from Sunway Wildlife Zoo and 9 mins from Sunway Lagoon
[Clinic Opening Time] Monday - Sunday (8:00AM - 6:00PM)
Terms of Service
Trambellir is a health tourism platform and does not in any way provide, promote, or sell any
medication or medical treatment to the Customers.
Customers are advised to contact the healthcare providers directly for any enquiries related to
medical treatments.
