Medical Tourism

India is one of the top medical tourism destinations in the world and liver transplant is one of the most popular procedures medical tourists visit India for. Liver transplant in India costs much cheaper as compared to developed nations like US, UK or Canada. Cost of liver transplant in India is fraction of the costs in US, UK and Canada.

Laws related to organ donors vary from country to country. In India there are certain requirements that need to be fulfilled before a liver transplant can be done for patients from foreign country. Below are the few prerequisites for liver transplant in India:

• As per Indian law, liver donor needs to be relative of the patient therefore donor also need to travel along with the patient for liver transplant. The patient will have to provide documents/certificate from their local authorities to certify the relationship.  The relatives have to be of the first degree i.e. Mother, father, sister, brother, children or spouse. This certificate will have to be endorsed by the Embassy of the respective country. The hospital will forward these documents to the DMER- Directorate of Health Services

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CHOP refers to the most commonly used chemotherapy treatment regimen used for the management of Non Hodgkin’s Lymphoma (a set of cancers affecting the lymphocytes and lymph nodes). CHOP is an effective chemotherapy treatment for these cancers and increases the chances of survival significantly. The regimen comprises of four drugs Cyclophosphamide, Adriamycin, Vincristine and Prednisone. The first three are given intravenously, while the fourth one is given orally. The drugs work towards destroying the rapidly multiplying cancer cells and preventing their replication. Chemotherapy treatment abroad is a low cost alternative to expensive treatment in the United States.

Non Hodgkin’s Lymphoma Chemotherapy Regimen

Management of Non Hodgkin’s Lymphoma requires at least six treatment cycles with each lasting for about four weeks. The number of cycles varies depending upon the extent of gland involvement and the age of the patient. Doses are calculated on the basis of the body surface area (in sq meters), using parameters of weight and height. During the period of treatment patients are recommended to drink lots of water, use laxatives to avoid constipation and are

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What is Image Guided Radiation Therapy (IGRT)?

As one of the most technologically advanced innovations in the management of cancer patients using radiation therapy, Image Guided Radiation Therapy (IGRT) integrates imaging abilities and treatment into a single appliance making the therapy more efficient and effective. The technique enhances the accuracy and precision of therapy and targets the cancer cells specifically. A computer program links a liner accelerator (i.e. the equipment releasing radiation doses) to an imaging device like a CT scan or an MRI. This allows the oncologist to constantly view the tumor, as radiation doses are delivered on the target cells. International medical tourism destinations provide low cost  IGRT treatment.

Advantages of IGRT (Image Guided Radiation Therapy)

• The IGRT technique increases precision as modifications and corrections can be made during the treatment. The technique allows change in position and intensity of the dose during the treatment process with radiation.
• Unlike the conventional system which requires a release of larger volume doses to compensate for inability to localize the tumor, this technique doesn’t require higher dosage and intensity due to its higher precision.
• The lower dosage also reduces the damage to

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What is Intrauterine Insemination (IUI)?

Intrauterine Insemination is one of the more frequently used methods of assisted reproduction in India and world wide; this process involves artificially depositing sperms into the women’s uterus, exactly at the time of ovulation, to promote fertilization. There are other variants of artificial insemination which include intra-vaginal insemination, intra-cervical insemination and intra- tubal insemination. Amongst all the techniques, this technique is used more often for infertile couples. The technique is used to treat several causes of infertility with male partner problems (low sperm count, premature ejaculation, etc) and female partner problems (endometriosis or other reproductive tract problems). Clinical evidence suggests that the success rate of conception after an average of six trials ranges from 60% to 80%. Indian hospitals with their advanced technological infrastructure provide these services at lower costs.

The procedure for Intrauterine Insemination (IUI)

• The female is prescribed fertility drugs to promote ovulation. This is referred to as “stimulated ovulation”. Occasionally the female may not require stimulation of the ovulation cycle and

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Amman in Jordan, Istanbul in Turkey, India, Mexico & South Korea are some of the popular medical tourism destinations where people travel for surgical & radiation therapy for oncology treatments.

Radiation oncology is the science of using ionized radiations in optimally favorable doses for the treatment and management of cancers. Radiation Oncology is used in association with chemotherapy (i.e. the use of drugs) and surgery (i.e. surgical removal of the malignant tissues) as an effective measure to manage different forms of tumors.
Radiation therapy is the first line of treatment preferred in association with chemotherapy for the management of tumors and cancers.

The role of Radiation therapy depends upon the focus of the treatment plan. It could be,

• Curative Therapy: Radiotherapy is used for complete removal of the tumor cells. This is possible for small sized tumors with minimal or no metastasis.
• Palliative Therapy: Radiotherapy is used to reduce the severity of symptoms, pain and discomfort, however the disease may continue to progress. This is in case of cancers that have been detected late or with wide spread and extensive metastasis across the body making surgical removal impractical.
• Neo-adjuvant Therapy: Radiotherapy is given prior

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Teeth implants, simply stated, are metal posts surgically positioned into the jawbone beneath the patient’s gums. Dental implants lend support and stability to the artificial teeth and recommended by many dentists the world over as an important pre-requisite for mounting artificial teeth.

There are dedicated dental implant clinics in many countries across the globe and the procedure has today become commonplace. Though difficult to believe, a mini dental impact can be done within a couple of hours and the patient can resume normal work thereafter. It is possible to carry out dental implants without interfering with the adjacent teeth. Mini teeth implants have become increasingly popular as the success rates have been consistently high.
Teeth implants are obviously more expensive than other methods of tooth replacement. But teeth implants abroad are far more cost-effective than other conventional methods that entail an elaborate procedure and inconsistent with modern day technology.

To receive implants for teeth, one should have healthy gums and robust jaw bones to support the implant. Once done, teeth implants seldom create problems and generally last for many years. But the patient should meticulously practice

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Dental Implants in India cost significantly less than what they do in the US, Canada and UK. People requiring a Dental Implants Surgery in USA, Canada and UK avoid going to the dentist because of the high costs of dental procedures if their insurance has run-out or does not cover much of the cost. India is now offering such patients a way to restore their smiles by offering affordable and safe Dental Implants Surgery, which is also reliable and of the highest quality.

Dental Implants Surgery alone in the US can cost anywhere from $ 1,250 to $ 3,500, depending upon the amount of damage control to be the done and the dentist one chooses. Throw in other factors like medication, type of material used for implants, follow ups, etc., and the cost can quickly escalate to as much as $ 15,000 to $ 27, 000. This cost can be reduced by as much as 75% when a patient opts for a Dental Implants Surgery in India. And this stands true for Canada and UK as well.

According to a 2007 report, any type of Dental Implant procedures

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Cash pay weight loss surgery in USA is a sometimes difficult to afford procedure. Weight loss surgery procedures like Lap Band, Gastric Bypass and Sleeve Gastrectomy to name a few, are advised to patients with high BMI and with significant obesity-related health problems like high blood pressure and diabetes. Usually an expensive affair for self paying in the USA, weight loss surgeries is now made affordable in Las Vegas, NV. Most self paying visit Mexico for lap band and other weight loss surgeries.

Offering low cost options for Lap Band, Sleeve Gastrectomy and other weight loss surgery procedures, Las Vegas is also an easy to reach destination and is well connected by flights with Canada and all US states. Performed at accredited centers and by experienced and well versed doctors, weight loss surgeries in Las Vegas are undertaken via the Minimal Invasive or Laparoscopic procedure which will ensure that you recovery and return to normal life do not take any time.

People traveling to Las Vegas for a weight loss surgery have an added advantage of getting a chance to vacation

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Although Mexico hospitals provides one of the best international medical tourism value, some precautions are suggested to assure a trouble free medical trip.

• Gang wars between drug lords and violent crime in Mexico are not uncommon. The gang wars are not targeted at tourists and there is no evidence that they are targeted at any nationality, but by being at the wrong place at the wrong time, sometimes one may get affected.

• To avoid street crime & avoid being lost in the wrong place, it is suggested that medical tourist use hospital arranged transport or use authorized prepaid taxi services.  Visit to nightclubs, bars & such are not suggested.

• If an ATM must be used, it is suggested they be accessed at large protected facilities, rather than at glass-enclosed, highly visible ATMs on streets.  Most Medical Tourism Corporation’s network hospitals in Mexico have ATM’s & banking facilities inside the hospitals premises.

• Though your Mexico doctor and the medical staff at the hospital may speak fluent English, Spanish is the main language on the street.

• It’s best that you do not drive on your own in Mexico, as

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The quality of medical care at the leading private hospitals in Costa Rica has re-defined medical tourism in that country. Costa Rica Hospitals provide a affordable medical treatment option for North Americans that cannot afford the high cost of medical care or cannot wait for the long treatment wait times in their home country.

When you choose Costa Rica for bariatric, orthopedic, general surgery,dental work, cosmetic surgery, or any other medical treatment, you are choosing world-class, personalized care at affordable prices. It is natural to be wary of hospitals abroad, as you will be going to an alien place, probably for the first time. It is best if you take some time and do as much research as possible while choosing a hospital in Costa Rica. In this article, we will talk about what you can expect as a medical tourist from the top hospitals of Costa Rica.

Hospital Clinica Biblica: The hospital is equipped with the latest technology in the medical field. For instance, the use of cutting edge laparoscopic surgery methods have reduced patient recovery time and

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Hip resurfacing is a technique invented specifically for younger patients with hip problems. Conventional total hip replacement, while being a good option for an elderly person (above 70 years), can be a poor choice for young patients as it will fail rapidly.

The hip resurfacing operation is an alternative to hip replacement and has 5 crucial advantages.

The first is that no plastic (polyethylene) is used like in conventional hip replacement. Since an anatomical sized ‘metal on metal’ bearing is used, it lasts for a very long time, manifold  that of conventional hip replacement and is extremely popular in Europe, Australia and some parts of Asia. The anatomy and bio-mechanics after resurfacing mimic a normal hip very closely.

The second advantage is post operatively patients are encouraged to lead an active life after hip resurfacing, and must play some sport, do swimming etc. No activity is restricted including sitting on the floor, crossing legs etc. In short, it behaves like a  normal  hip enabling patients to return to their normal lifestyle. In contrast, after a hip replacement one has to

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Both dental crowns and teeth veneers are used to cover defective teeth. This article attempts to provide a clear comparison of crowns and veneers - their similarities, differences and the cost of teeth veneers and crowns. Dental crowns in Mexico El Salvador, and Costa Rica are low cost and uncompromised on quality. Teeth veneers, too, in these countries are very affordable.

(The below image shows dental crowns on the left and teeth veneers on the right.)

Comparison of Crowns and Veneers

• Dental crowns cap the teeth, that is, they cover the whole visible part of the tooth above the gum line, whereas a tooth veneer covers only the front of the tooth and are used as a shell only for front teeth.

• Dental crown procedure is more elaborate and invasive than tooth veneer procedure. Placing a dental crown involves more removal of the tooth material to make room for the crown, which is usually 2mm thick. (In some cases, there may not be sufficient tooth structure for placing a crown. In this case, the

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Rotator cuff surgery in Mexico is within the budget of an average American, who doesn’t have insurance, and is accessible quick enough to a Canadian or British national, who may otherwise have to line up for it in their home countries.

Medical tourism in Mexico is much sought after for various orthopedic and other kinds of surgeries.

The rotator cuff is made up of these muscles:

• Supraspinatus muscle
• Infraspinatus muscle
• Teres minor muscle
• Subscapularis muscle

It is the rotator cuff that gives the shoulder joint its full range of motion, but the muscles and tendons that make it up are very small. Also, they are slow to heal when injured or operated on, as this area of the shoulder receives very little blood supply.

Rotator cuff tear or injury might happen in athletes because of increased and constant overhead motion and in non-athletes either because of a traumatic injury or because of wear and tear. It is usually the Supraspinatus muscle that is affected in rotator cuff tears, but other muscles, too, might be affected in some cases.

Rotator cuff repair in Mexico

Not all cases of rotator cuff

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Lap band surgery in Monterrey, Mexico, is a hot favorite with medical tourists from US (especially from the states of Texas, California, and Arizona) and Canada. Monterrey is an important Mexican city, known for its sterling quality medical care and tourist-friendliness. Other equally good choices for gastric banding in Mexico are Reynosa, Ciudad Juarez, and Tijuana.

This article discusses the reasons for medical tourists choosing Monterrey, Mexico, for gastric banding.

Why Consider Lap Band in Monterrey

• Huge difference in cost: When the cost difference between lap band in the US and lap band in Monterrey is more than 50% (on an average), and when it is followed by other advantages listed below, it is quite understandable why people from the US and Canada prefer Monterrey for their weight loss surgery. This cost difference spells good news to everyone who needs bariatric surgery, but more so to people without health insurance.

• US-quality medical care: When you choose Monterrey for your gastric banding, you win in more ways than one. It’s not only the cost advantage, but also the quality

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Knee meniscus arthroscopic surgery in Mexico is gaining popularity with people from the US, Canada,and many other countries across the world. The meniscus is a C-shaped fibrocartilage that acts as a shockabsorber and also helps avoid friction between the femur and the tibia bones that come together to form the knee joint. Thus, its role is understandably huge in activities like walking, standing, etc. Meniscus tears may develop either as a result of trauma or wear and tear in patients with knee arthritis. Traumatic tears in younger, more athletic patients, are also sometimes associated with ACL tears.

There are various types of meniscal tears, depending on their position on the meniscus:

• Vertical longitudinal tears
• Transverse or radial tears
• Horizontal cleavage tears
• Flap tears

Tears on the outer portion of the meniscus heal faster than those on the inner, as the latter lacks good blood supply.

Who Should Consider Surgery for Meniscal Tears in Mexico?

• Persons with longitudinal meniscal tears rather than those with degenerative horizontal or flap tears.
• Tears shouldn’t be longer than 1-2 cm.
• Patients who are willing to comply with the knee rehabilitation program post-surgery.

What is the Treatment Procedure to Repair a Torn Meniscus?

The meniscus

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