Cost of treatment for esophageal cancer

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My grandfather has difficulty eating, even drinking boiled water, and he has become a little thin and bloodless. Many people are concerned about the cost of esophageal cancer treatment. I'll tell you about it.

Cost of treatment for esophageal cancer

First, the price of radiotherapy equipment is high. In addition, the medical staff who carry out radiotherapy also have radiation damage, so there are additional subsidies for medical staff, so the price of radiotherapy is also high. In addition, the side effects of radiotherapy also need targeted treatment. The cost of radiotherapy in different hospitals of different levels in different regions is also different, about 2000-3000 yuan / course. According to the condition and the patient's physique and sensitivity, it needs several courses to more than ten courses.

Second: the cost of each cancer hospital is not the same, generally higher than other places. You can ask them which hospital they want to live in, and the price may be more accurate. It's not good to be specific. The key depends on the patient's own constitution and the selected area, hospital, treatment and other factors. It's suggested to consult the local hospital and take relevant treatment measures according to the patient's condition to avoid causing more harm.

Third: the general cost of esophageal cancer radiotherapy is based on the patient's condition. The cost of treatment is not a single one. Generally, it needs to be determined by combining the examination results and the recovery of the patient's own constitution. The treatment has been included in the scope of national medical insurance. It can be reimbursed by medical insurance. Because of different regions and hospitals, the costs are certainly not the same, but there will not be too much difference. All costs are charged after being formulated by the state, and there will be no arbitrary charges.

matters needing attention

Due to the direct irradiation of the skin during radiation, the skin in the radiation area is easy to become thin, atrophy, soft tissue fibrosis, telangiectasia and hyperemia. The main manifestations of skin lesions are pigmentation, erythema, desquamation, peeling, and even wet dermatitis. The nursing staff should protect the skin in the radiation area, keep it dry and clean, wear soft, hygroscopic and wide cotton clothes, do not use soap to scrub the irradiated area, do not stick adhesive tape, and do not apply alcohol and irritant ointment. Prevent the stimulation of physical and chemical factors, keep the skin mark of radiation area clear. Avoid hot and cold stimulation and sunlight. The skin lesions should be cleaned, exposed and dried. Inform the patients not to scratch or rub the skin lesion with their hands, because the skin in the radiation area is not easy to heal after infection. The patients with large area of skin lesions should stop irradiation, and give the patients the most comfortable skin care to ensure the smooth progress of radiotherapy.