Gallbladder Cancer Treatment in Belgium

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Ghent University Hospital
3.8

From 103 verified reviews

alain touillet, 19 September 2020

perfect alleen beter de afspraken respecteren worden heel vaak verlegt

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Antwerp University Hospital
3.3

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Adam Soverg, 16 September 2020

Медevery medical worker with whom I happened to be a patient in this hospital is a professional in his field.

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Imelda Hospital
3.1

From 44 verified reviews

dora de Wilde, 21 March 2020

Optimal care, located in an oasis of green. You will relax there, even when you are sick ...

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AZ Monica General Hospital Antwerp
2.7

From 42 verified reviews

Mark Henderickx, 04 April 2020

After a fall with a bicycle on a fast, friendly, adequate help.Top team, tnx Marcus Henderickx

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Antwerp Hospital Network ZNA

Antwerp Hospital Network ZNA, located in Lindendreef, Antwerp, Belgium offers patients Gallbladder Cancer Treatment procedures among its total of 217 available procedures, across 23 different specialties. Currently, there's no pricing information for Gallbladder Cancer Treatment procedures at Antwerp Hospital Network ZNA, as all prices are available on request only. There is currently a lack of information available on the specialists practicing at the Hospital, and they are not accredited by any recognized accreditations institutes

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Dr. Sebastiaan Van Cauwenberge - Private Consultation Bruges
5.0

From 3 verified reviews

Rita De Clercq, 21 September 2020

Duidelijk gedocumentarieerd!

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Dr. Sebastiaan Van Cauwenberge - Ziekenhuis AZ Sint-Jan Brugge
5.0

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Eddy Van Cauwenberge, 22 September 2020

Zeer professioneel en duidelijk!

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    What you need to know about Gallbladder Cancer Treatment in Belgium

    Gallbladder Cancer

    Different types of treatments are available to patients with gallbladder cancer. The main types of treatment include surgery, radiation therapy, and treatment to help with symptoms. The type of treatment that is best for you depends on several factors, including the type of gallbladder cancer you have, the stage of cancer, your overall health, and your preferences. During your gallbladder cancer treatment, you will be looked after by a team of doctors who specialize in different aspects of treatment, including a medical oncologist, a radiation oncologist, a gastroenterologist, and a surgeon.

    What does the Procedure Involve?

    Surgery is the main treatment for early-stage gallbladder cancer. The following are types of surgery performed to treat gallbladder cancer:

    • Cholecystectomy is a surgical procedure to remove the gallbladder. In some cases, a small amount of liver that surrounds the gallbladder may also be removed (called an extended cholecystectomy). 

    • Radical gallbladder resection involves the removal of the gallbladder, a part of the liver near the gallbladder, all or part of the ligaments between the intestines and the liver, the common bile duct, as well as the lymph nodes around the pancreas and blood vessels near the area. 

    Surgery is generally performed under general anesthetic, so you will not feel anything throughout the procedure.

    Radiation therapy

    Radiation therapy uses high-energy X-rays or other particles to destroy cancer cells or to stop them from growing. There are two types of radiation therapy: external and internal. External radiation therapy uses a machine outside of the body, while internal radiation therapy uses a radioactive substance sealed in a device that is placed near or directly into cancer. The most common type of radiation therapy for gallbladder cancer is external radiation therapy.

    Chemotherapy

    Chemotherapy uses drugs to stop cancer cells from dividing. It can also kill cancer cells. The drug can be injected into a vein or muscle or taken by mouth. In some cases, the drugs may also be placed directly into the affected organ. 

    Treatment to help with symptoms

    Also known as palliative care, this type of treatment aims to slow down cancer and to help you manage symptoms that may occur. For instance, if your bile ducts are blocked due to advanced gallbladder cancer, your surgeon can place a stent in a duct in order to hold it open or reroute bile ducts around the blockage.

    MyMediTravel currently lists 7 facilities in Belgium offering Gallbladder Cancer Treatment procedures - see above for the complete list, along with estimated prices. The price of a Gallbladder Cancer Treatment can vary according to each individual’s case and will be determined based on your medical profile and an in-person assessment with the specialist. For a personalized quoteClick Here to submit your details

    How Long Should I Stay in Belgium?

    For surgical procedures, you need to stay in the hospital for 1 to 3 days and stay in Belgium for at least 7 to 14 more days for follow-up checkups. For radiation therapy and chemotherapy, your length of stay depends on your treatment plan (how many cycles of therapy you need).

    What's the Recovery Time?

    The recovery time for surgical procedures may take 2 to 6 weeks, depending on the type of surgery you underwent and the technique your surgeon used. Side effects after radiation therapy and chemotherapy usually subside within several weeks or months.

    What About Aftercare?

    Your medical team will give you a set of aftercare instructions after any type of treatment. It is important that you follow all of the instructions carefully to avoid complications. The instructions may include a special diet, light exercises, wound care (for surgical procedures), and restrictions. 

    Make sure to eat a healthy and balanced diet, avoid bad habits (such as smoking), and exercise regularly after you have recovered. You will also need checkups with your doctor for the rest of your life. Regular medical care is important to stay healthy. Regular checkups are necessary to ensure cancer has not come back.

    What's the Success Rate?

    Gallbladder cancer treatment can be effective and successful. In many cases, treatments may even put you in remission (when cancer cannot be detected in the body and there are no symptoms).

    Surgery, chemotherapy, and radiation therapy all come with potential risks and side effects. These include infection, bile leakage, and damage to a bile duct, bleeding, swelling, blood clots, heart problems, pneumonia, hematoma, nausea, vomiting, and hair loss.

    Are there Alternatives to Gallbladder Cancer Treatment?

    Some people choose to take part in a clinical trial. A clinical trial is a research study that is used to obtain more information on new treatments or to improve current treatments. Currently, treatments called radiation sensitizers are being tested. Radiation sensitizers include hyperthermia therapy (a treatment in which high temperatures are used to kill cancer cells) and radiosensitizers (a treatment that involves the use of drugs that can make tumor cells more sensitive to radiation therapy). Patients who take part in clinical treatment help improve the way cancer will be treated in the future. 

    What Should You Expect Before and After the Procedure

    Before you receive treatment, your gallbladder cancer can cause uncomfortable symptoms, may spread to other parts of the body, and may even become dangerous. After treatment, your chance of surviving the cancer is increased. In some cases, you may even be put in remission, meaning no cancer cells are found in your body.

    Whilst the information presented here has been accurately sourced and verified by a medical professional for its accuracy, it is still advised to consult with your doctor before pursuing a medical treatment at one of the listed medical providers

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