Brain Tumor

What are brain tumors?

Brain tumors are an abnormal growth. It can happen anywhere in the brain, and they can either be cancerous or noncancerous.

Brain tumors, both benign and malignant, primarily affect the brain by taking up space, increasing pressure (intracranial pressure) within the rigid skull, and damaging surrounding tissue.

What is brain cancer?

Brain cancer is a fast-growing malignant tumor. And the tumor destroys some healthy tissue also. It’s possible to start in the brain, and over time, it can spread to any other organ.

What is the treatment for brain tumors/ brain cancers?

Treatment depends on the tumor’s type, size, grade, and location. The most common surgery is a craniotomy.

The most common treatments for brain cancer are surgery, radiation, and chemotherapy    

Robotic is possible or should do the radical

Robot-assisted surgery is possible, depending on the position of the tumors.

Can I treat in Bangladesh?

It is possible to treat in Bangladesh, but it’s limited to major government hospitals and a few large hospitals. More and more doctors are training themselves to do procedures like craniotomy surgeries in Bangladesh. However, due to the late start of such surgeries in that country, the local institute has a lot to catch up with the global standard.

Is the treatment best done in Bangladesh, or should I travel?

The patient needs to travel outside Bangladesh for access to better technology. Such as India and Thailand, where the technology is better, and as the doctors are more trained, the outcomes can be compared with the global standard. If you can travel to the country, then it will be worthwhile.

Where should I travel outside the country for better results

You can travel to countries like India, Thailand, and Malaysia. Those in Thailand and Malaysia will be costlier. India offers treatment as a global standard and get remain very affordable.

If I travel to India are outcome be better

Definitely, given the population in India, with the doctors there having more experience in treating diseases like this in India, the medical education system focuses on educating and training for more than 12 years. This has given him a lot of practice and exposure to a variety of cases of brain tumors. Also, Indian hospitals invest a lot of money in giving their doctors exposure, which increases even more. Today, India is compared with the best countries that provide some of the best treatment for any disease.

What will be the cost in India?

Evaluation – 500 – 800 USD included all the scans, radiology, and pathology

Surgery costs vary from 5500 to 7000 USD, depending on which hospital you choose in India.

What is the best doctor to treat brain tumors?

There are multiple good doctors in India. They are known to treat brain tumors with perfection. You can find such doctors on websites like hanumanayhealthcare.com

Which is the best hospital to treat brain tumors

There are over 2000 NABH-accredited hospitals in India. Over 60 JCI-accredited hospitals in India. Which can treat the condition of brain tumors. You can access some of the better hospitals from websites like HBGMedicalassistance.com

What is a craniotomy

A craniotomy is a surgical procedure where a section of the skull (bone flap) is temporarily removed to access the brain for treating tumors, aneurysms, infections, or injuries

What is my alternative / can I go for a cyber-knife?

One of the better known of alternatives to neurosurgery is Cyber-Knife. The Cyber-Knife is a non-invasive, robotic radiation therapy system designed to treat tumors throughout the body—including the brain, prostate, lung, and liver—using sub-millimeter precision

What are the complications

The most common complications are Headaches, temporary brain swelling, and seizures. By choosing the right doctors, we can abode complication such as post of paralysis or movement disorders.

What is the chance of recurrence?

If the early stage complies with the right treatment, we can avoid relapse or recurrence. However, in late-stage cancer, doctors try to improve the quality of life and prolong a few more years and months of a patient’s life. It is important dose does not mean a cancerous impact on other organs. Usually, with good treatment, we can abate or relieve, wherever cancer as a disease has a trend of reformation. So even if we treat brain tumors fully, there may be changes that the cancer can come back in another part of the body.

How do I travel in India?

You will need a valid passport and visa. You may get in touch with the international desk of the hospital or NABH-accredited healthcare agencies like HBG Medical Assistance. They can help you out with the process.

How many days do we need to stay in India?  

The estimated stay will depend on the treatment plan. If you have surgery, then the total stay will be 2-3 weeks. In case of chemotherapy and radiotherapy, the stay may increase to 5 – 10 WEEKS

Where do they stay outside the hospital?

Most of the hospital would have good hotels and a guest house close to the location.

Who can help me with the visa and travel?

Usually, the hospital you have chosen or the medical travel company that you are in touch with may help you with the visa process.

What are my payment options?

You can use cash USD, an international credit card, and debit cards. You can also bank transfer or transfer money using Global Money. For insurance, patient insurance gets in touch with the hospital, and patients can treat themselves.

Nearest airport to the hospital

The nearest international airport in India depends on the hospital chosen; India has international airports in Delhi, Mumbai, Bangalore, and Chennai. Kochi, Ahmadabad, and Hyderabad

What is the cost for accommodation Per Night?

A good guest house, 25- 35 USD per night. A good hotel costs around 100 – 150 USD per night. There is an option available for more chapters and higher.

Airbnb is available in India

Yes, Airbnb is widely available in major cities.

While a caregiver stays with the patient in the hospital

Most hospitals allow one attendant to stay with the patient.

Will they get the patient admitted when I arrive?

It depends on the patient’s condition; if good, then no, if the condition is not good, then the patient need admitted.

Will I get a pick up and drop off?

Many hospitals and agencies offer airport transfer services.

How do they visit the hospital from the airport?

Options include hospital pickup, taxis, or ride apps like Uber.

Where can I exchange my currency?

At airports, hospitals, or authorized exchange centers.

What are the common languages in India?

India has many languages, but English is widely spoken in hospitals and cities.

Why is the cost different for a different hospital?

Cost is different in different hospitals because some of the cooperate hospital choose to charge slightly more because of their brand position and long-standing good reputation, while. as is absolutely no difference in the quality of medical services, quality of doctors, or quality of doctors, though some of the well-known doctors will charge an extra fee, taking the cost higher.

How can I book the appointment?

We can research on Google and connect to their respective team. Alternatively, we can access the top doctors’ website, like Hanumancy Healthcare