New Treatments for Acute Myeloid Leukemia in Israel
3 Reasons Why Many Patients Decide to Get New Treatments for Acute Myeloid Leukemia in Israel
Learn more about the advanced treatments offered at Israel’s state-of-the-art facilities
Acute myeloid leukemia (AML) is a cancer of the blood and bone marrow. It affects a group of white blood cells called myeloid cells, which normally develop into various types of mature blood cells, such as red blood cells, white blood cells and platelets. Acute myeloid leukemia occurs when a mutation changes bone marrow cells and causes them to continue growing and dividing unchecked. Normally, they grow at a set rate and die at a specified time. As the blood cell production becomes excessive, the bone marrow also starts producing immature cells that develop into leukemic white blood cells called myeloblasts. These abnormal cells are unable to function properly and can build up and crowd out healthy cells. Common AML treatments include chemotherapy, targeted therapy and radiation therapy. However, new treatments for acute myeloid leukemia, such as bone marrow transplants and CAR T-cell therapy, are only available in countries with advanced healthcare and at select medical institutions.

Reasons to Get New Treatments for Acute Myeloid Leukemia in Israel:
Advanced Treatment:
Medical institutions in Israel and the US often collaborate in advanced cancer research, developing new and effective treatments against the disease, yet Israel has fewer constraints than the US when it comes to adopting novel treatments. Israeli clinical trials still adhere to the highest standards of safety, but innovative treatments are generally made available to patients sooner than in the US.
Quality of Care:
Israeli physicians are exceptionally well-trained and often spend even more time on their medical education than American doctors. Also, you can be assured of high standards and strict safety regulations if you choose a hospital accredited by a trustworthy authority.
Cost:
In many countries, healthcare costs can be exorbitant. Without insurance, the costs of cancer treatment can be crippling. Prices are much lower in Israel, averaging 30-80% less than in the US, for example. That said, you’re not trading affordability for quality, since Israeli specialists, medical institutions, equipment, and procedures are among the most advanced in the world.

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