Cryoablation Treatment of Breast Cancer

Brand:Kameda Medical Center

USD10,392
JPY1,155,000 JPY

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Cryoablation is the technique of using extreme cold to destroy tissue. It has been used for years in medical applications like dermatology, kidney, prostate, and liver to treat both cancerous and non-cancerous tumors.  Dr. Fukuma at Kameda Medical Hospital developed the technology to remove breast cancer by non-surgical cryoablation.  By this non-surgical treatment, Dr. Fukuma’s patients avoid the risks and potential cosmetic impact of major breast cancer surgery.

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Non-Surgical Cryoablation Treatment of Breast Cancer Tumors in Kameda Medical Hospital_x000D_n_x000D_nCryoablation is the technique of using extreme cold to destroy tissue. It has been used for years in medical applications like dermatology, kidney, prostate, and liver to treat both cancerous and non-cancerous tumors.  Dr. Fukuma at Kameda Medical Hospital developed the technology to remove breast cancer by non-surgical cryoablation.  By this non-surgical treatment, Dr. Fukuma’s patients avoid the risks and potential cosmetic impact of major breast cancer surgery._x000D_n_x000D_nThe Kameda Medical Hospitals has cryosurgery for 304 patients from June 2006 to December 2018.  Only three patients among them were discovered to have tumor mass later.  The rest of all the patients has been completed for cancer-free status._x000D_n_x000D_nThe cryoablation works for a group of breast cancer stage and metastatic status.  The cancer type would be examined before confirmation of the effectiveness of the cryosurgery._x000D_n_x000D_nPatients could finish surgical operations with an early stage of cancer.  If patients need a pathological examination, patients need to stay two nights at the hospital._x000D_n_x000D_nIt costs around USD $10,000 and more without Japanese National insurance._x000D_n_x000D_nCryoablation may offer significant, minimally invasive　breast health options._x000D_n_x000D_nDr Eisuke Fukuma MD, PhD, graduated from Iwate medical University in 1979. He did his resident training program in general surgery at St Luke’s Hospital in Tokyo for 6 years. From 1985 to 2000, he worked under Professor Tatsuo Yamakawa, who is well known in the field of laparoscopic surgery in Asia. Dr Fukuma has been working on the development of endoscopic breast surgery (EBS) since 1995. This was the first clinical attempt in the world. He was one of the editors of a textbook on EBS published in Japanese in 2002. Dr Fukuma moved to Kameda Medical Center as a director of breast surgery in 2000 and has taken on responsibility as a chairperson of the breast center. Nonsurgical cryoablation for minimal breast cancer has been clinically tried at Kameda Medical Center since 2006 as part of the clinical research program. The purpose of nonsurgical cryoablation is to achieve the same local control rate as breast conservative surgery._x000D_n_x000D_n

Additional information

Gender

languages

English,Japanese,Chinese
location

Japan, Tokyo
Procedure Time

2 to 3 hours
Anesthesia Used

General Anesthesia (GA)

Brand

Kameda Medical Center

Kameda Medical Center

Kameda Medical Center, a private hospital in the south of Chiba Prefecture. At Kameda General Hospital they have 917 beds. And 500 of its full-time doctors are trained in oriental medicine and cancer treatment. An outpatient facility that serves more than 3,000 people daily who are in need of quality healthcare. With a Level I Emergency/Trauma Center, and Rehabilitation Hospital for those who need long-term rehabilitation. In addition, Kameda is known for its high-tech diagnostic imaging center. And it features the most recent MR/CT scanners and PET-CT (Positron Emission Tomography – Computed Tomography). The groups Kameda Makuhari Clinic, and Kameda Kyobashi Clinic are satellite clinics that serve as gateways to Kameda Medical Center. A worldwide reputation as the first Japanese medical institution to be fully accredited in 2009 by the JCI (Joint Commission International). Furthermore, in 2016, Kameda Kyobashi Clinic received its accreditation by the JCI.  They are visited by doctors from all over the world, including from Asia, to experience the most recent technology and surgical skills.

High Patient Satisfaction

Regarded as one of the most prestigious and highly-respected centers of medical excellence. Above all Kameda measures a high satisfaction rate among international patients providing warmth and hospitality unique to the Japanese culture.

International Focus

Kameda Medical Center regularly sees patients from around the world, as well as Japanese patients. In addition it is located close to Narita International Airport (100 minutes by car). And Haneda International Airport  is (70 minutes by car). This makes it an attractive destination for patients from overseas. Furthermore many of Kameda's doctors and staff can speak English, Chinese and other languages.
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Anesthesia:

Please note that anesthesia is factored into the surgical costs but can vary based on the surgeon, and hospital.  You can also change your preferred anesthesia or pain management if required.  It is recommended you refer to your firmquote to see what anesthesia will be used.

Recommended Stay:

The recommended stay is based on surgical guidelines and feedback from past clients.  We always recommend you stay as long as you can to ensure maximum healing time.

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