It Is Suitable For
· Those around Kuala Lumpur and interested in Cancer Treatments.
· Those with advanced or progressive neuroendocrine tumors (NET).
· Those with failed 1st line octreotide treatment.
· Those with unresponsive symptoms to therapies.
· Those who wish to treat Neuroendocrine Tumors (NET).
What is Peptide Radionuclide Receptor Therapy (PRRT)?
PRRT is a molecular or radioisotope therapy used to treat specific type of cancer known as Neuroendocrine Tumors (NET).
In PRRT, peptide (cell-targeting protein) is mixed with small amount of radionuclide (radioactive material) to form a special type of radiopharmaceutical (radiopeptide). Radiopeptide is injected into the patient's bloodstream and binds with neuroendocrine tumor cells to deliver a high dose of radiation directly to the cancer cells.
What is Neuroendocrine Tumors (NET)?
NET usually starts producing when the DNA of specialized cells of the body's neuroendocrine system is damaged, causing the cells to change and grow out of control, forming a mass.
These specialized cells have traits of both hormone-producing endocrine and nerve cells. Hence, they help control many of the body's functions. NET can occur in any part of the body especially lung, gastrointestinal tract and pancreas.
Advantages and Limitations of PRRT
<Advantages>
· Does not involve surgery or chemotherapy
· Only requires one needle cannulation
· Highly targeted to cancer cells
<Limitations>
· Minor side effects may occur which are tolerable
Package Excludes
· Dosimetry calculation
· Additional drugs other than PRRT Dotatate
· Additional treatments
· Additional imaging tests
· Consultations
· Blood Test
FAQ
Q1: Is PRRT safe?
A1: Usually all therapies have their drawbacks and side effects. Given your medical history and prior therapies, our affiliated hospital's specialists can help determine whether PRRT can be the right treatment for you.
Q2: What are the side effects of PRRT?
A2: PRRT is claimed to have a tolerable side effects but there is still a possibility for the patients to experience nausea and vomiting. Long term side effect like suppression of blood cell counts may likely occur, but this is rare.
Q3: Can I claim my insurance for PRRT?
A3: The standard therapy is approved by the FDA in the US and EU. Insurance coverage depends on many factors such as treatments and insurance plan, please refer to your insurance agency to confirm this matter. This therapy may require you to make an out-of-pocket payment.
Clinic Information
[Clinic Name] Sunway Medical Centre
[Location] Selangor, Malaysia
[Nearest Station/ Nearest Tourist Destination] Near SBL Sunu-Monash and Sunway Lagoon
[Clinic Opening Time] Monday - Friday (8:30AM - 5:30PM); Saturday (8:30AM - 1:00PM)
| Operation Time |
5 hrs |
| Recovery Time |
1 week |
| Number of Postoperative Visit |
Depends on condition |
| Hospitalization |
1 night |
| Limitations |
· Eligibility of package use can only adhere after specialists examine the patients.
· Package price is only based on routine cases without any complications. |
| Include In This Price |
The following are included:
1. One night stay at the hospital.
2. Administration of PRRT Dotatate.
3. Doctor's reporting fee and post PRRT Therapy scan. |
| Location |
Sunway Medical Centre, Jalan Lagoon Selatan, Bandar Sunway, Petaling Jaya, Selangor, Malaysia |
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.
