Transarterial chemoembolization (TACE) is one of the novel methods for treating neoplasms of hard-to-reach localizations. This technique is suitable when the tumor cannot be removed surgically. Performed properly, TACE results in tumor shrinkage and may even substitute surgery in eligible patients. Excellent safety profile, tolerability and efficacy make this technique a valuable part of comprehensive cancer care schemes.

About chemoembolization

Chemoembolization is a cancer treatment method that involves the embolization (blockage) of tumor vessels with simultaneous introduction of chemotherapeutic preparations into them. During chemoembolization, a high drug dosage is injected into the vessel that feeds the tumor, and then the vessel is occluded with an embolizing agent.

Chemoembolization is a minimally invasive intervention that is carried out without large incisions. One small vessel puncture in the groin is enough to deliver both chemotherapeutic agents and embolization microspheres. The procedure reduces the size of the tumor and slows down its growth, which facilitates further surgery to remove it, and enhances action of the chemotherapeutic agents.

It should be noted that vascular embolization itself is used to treat various tumors and metastases. Due to the blockage of blood supply, the procedure results in ischemia of the neoplasm and its further necrosis. This method is specifically efficient in liver cancer, making it possible to achieve remission without surgical intervention.

What are the benefits of chemoembolization?

Chemoembolization is a “double shot”. The effectiveness of this treatment is rather high: in about 2/3 of cases the tumor growth can be stopped, or its size is reduced significantly.

One common problem with chemotherapy is the risk of severe side effects development. In addition, some cancers are unresponsive to traditional chemotherapy. Malignant liver neoplasms are particularly dangerous, because they lead to liver failure that kills many patients with liver cancer.

The TACE allows the drug to be administered in high doses. During this procedure chemotherapeutic agents do not enter the systemic circulation, so there is no systemic toxicity. Chemoembolization helps stop the tumor from spreading, sorgan function, and leads to a better quality of life.

How much does a course of chemoembolization cost?

Significant factors that influence the transretinal chemoembolization cost include the diagnosis and localization of tumor, prices for medications, and the peculiarities of the whole treatment protocol.

In addition to the original drugs, generics can be used during TACE. Generic drugs contain a similar active substance, but the manufacturing company and production technology are different. The cost of generics is usually lower.

In addition to chemoembolization, different additional manipulations may be necessary for the treatment of cancer. Naturally, the cost increases with a number of additional examinations, procedures, consultations, etc.

The average range of transarterial chemoembolization cost for different pathologies is:

• Chemoembolization for liver cancer costs about 23,556 EUR
• Chemoembolization for adrenal cancer costs about 23,810 EUR
• Chemoembolization for bladder cancer costs about 23,611 EUR
• Chemoembolization for breast cancer costs about 23,942 EUR
• Chemoembolization for Klatskin tumor costs about 23,772 EUR
• Chemoembolization for pancreatic cancer costs about 23,708 EUR

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