The therapy for benign neoplasms of cartilage tissue in Israeli clinics is carried out by experienced specialists, each of whom has undergone many years of training and specialization. The diagnosis of this type of neoplasm takes only three days, after which the patient is referred for treatment.
At the Top Ihilov center, chondromas are removed through surgical operations, which can be performed either with open access or endoscopically, depending on the localization of the neoplasm.
Treatment Methods for Chondroma in Israel
A chondroma is a benign neoplasm of cartilage cells that can form both within bone tissues and outside the bones. Such tumours grow relatively slowly and, in some cases, can undergo malignant transformation into chondrosarcomas. If a chondroma is localized in the area of the facial structures of the skull, it can exert compressive effects on them and manifest as chronic headaches and distortion of visual perception. Overall, such tumours are quite rare and usually do not require therapy.
However, if the neoplasm leads to cosmetic defects or manifests symptomatically, appropriate treatment may be prescribed. This is based on the use of surgical techniques. Typically, curettage is performed — the neoplasm is removed using a special surgical instrument called a curette. If the neoplasm is of significant size, a sectoral resection of the bone may be performed with subsequent reconstruction using a bone graft (bone fragment). The tumour recurs quite rarely, with the main risk factor in this case being the presence of multiple neoplasms (multiple chondromas).
In cases where the neoplasm is localized in the area of the nasal cartilages, the intervention may be performed using endoscopic transnasal access. This operation is minimally invasive, and the tumour is removed using special instruments introduced through the nasal cavity. This approach allows for the resection of the tumour without complications typical of open surgeries and reduces the patient's hospital stay to 1-2 days.
The prognosis for treatment is quite good; in a typical case, the neoplasm is completely removed without the risk of subsequent recurrence.
A sign of professionalism and effectiveness in the treatment of chondroma in Israel is the feedback from patients who have already managed to get rid of the tumour. They are filled with words of gratitude to Israeli specialists, noting the high level of equipment in local clinics.
Diagnosis of Chondroma in Israel
The diagnosis of chondroma in Israel is aimed at quickly determining the exact type of neoplasm, as the tumour may sometimes represent a malignant neoplasm (chondrosarcoma). Typically, three to four days are sufficient for diagnosis.
First Day — Consultation
The process of examining the patient usually begins on the very first day of their stay in the country — the patient is sent for a consultation with a leading specialist at the Top Ihilov clinic. The transfer is handled by a representative from the international department — a curator-translator. They accompany the patient, perform translation of medical documentation, coordinate the clinic's doctors, and help resolve any organizational issues.
Second Day — Investigations
The next day is dedicated to examinations. The number and type of investigations are determined by the localization of the neoplasm.
- Physical examination and medical history review.
- X-ray.
- Computed or magnetic resonance imaging.
- Immunohistochemical and histopathological studies for differential diagnosis (to exclude the malignant variant of the tumour — chondrosarcoma).
Third Day — Consultation
The diagnostic program concludes with a medical consultation — a commission involving several specialized experts who analyze the results of the investigations and select the most promising type of surgical intervention for treating the neoplasm.
The patient can also participate in the work of the consultation; their opinion is significant, as doctors consider it when choosing the option for surgical resection of the tumour. In addition to full participation in the medical consultation, patients in Israeli clinics have the opportunity to assess the accuracy of their diagnosis and the appropriateness of the type of surgery selected by the doctors with the help of an independent specialist — this principle is referred to as the "right to a second opinion" in Israel.
Treatment of Chondroma in Israel — Prices
The affordable cost of chondroma treatment in Israel allows patients from various countries to receive qualified medical assistance and get rid of a tumour that can undergo malignant transformation. When comparing the prices of European and Israeli clinics, it can be noted that at Top Ihilov, the cost of therapy for this type of neoplasm is at least 30-35% lower.
Advantages of Israeli Clinics
- Qualified specialists who diligently perform their duties. The professionalism of the surgeons at Top Ihilov is well-known both in Israel and abroad.
- Modern diagnostic methods allow for accurate determination of the type of tumour in a short time (no longer than three to four days).
- Operating rooms equipped with modern equipment, where clinic specialists perform open and endoscopic interventions, effectively removing chondromas regardless of their localization.
- An individual approach is applied to each patient in the clinic, and the treatment program is formed based on the specifics of their condition and personal requirements. The clinic has polite and attentive medical staff. A personal curator-translator provides comprehensive assistance to the patient.