The main goal of a PET-CT for prostate cancer is to detect cancerous lesions that express prostate-specific membrane antigen (PSMA). The PSMA PET-CT in Israel offers high sensitivity and accuracy, making it an essential part of prostate cancer staging in Israel and follow-up evaluations.
PSMA PET-CT for Prostate Cancer
PSMA PET-CT for prostate cancer in Israel is one of the most advanced diagnostic tools used today to detect, stage, and monitor prostate cancer. This PSMA imaging abroad method is especially effective in identifying metastatic spread and recurrence of the disease.
Purpose of the Scan
Preparation for the Scan
To ensure the best results, patients must bring a recent PSA blood test and their Gleason score evaluation. These parameters help in personalizing the imaging protocol for prostate cancer imaging in Israel.
Patients are asked to arrive on time, as the radiopharmaceutical agent used during the scan, PET 68Ga-PSMA in Israel, has a short half-life and must be administered precisely. In case of delay, a lower dose might be used, affecting image quality.
There is no special dietary preparation required. Patients may take their regular medications unless otherwise advised. The total time spent at the Nuclear Medicine Center is about 3 hours.
Scan Process
Upon arrival, patients are checked in and receive a consultation with a physician and nurse. A venous catheter is inserted, and the 68Ga PSMA PET-CT radiotracer is administered.
After about 45 minutes of rest in isolation, the scan is performed. The scanning process itself takes approximately 20 minutes. If needed, a contrast agent may also be administered intravenously during the imaging.
Advantages and Access
The no wait PSMA scan policy ensures quick access to diagnostics, often within just a few days of referral. This is especially critical for patients requiring fast staging and treatment planning. For international patients seeking PSMA PET-CT without waiting, our center offers efficient coordination and support throughout the diagnostic journey.
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FAQ
Israel is renowned for its quality of healthcare all over the world. The Sourasky Medical Center is at the forefront of medical care. We apply the latest and most sophisticated technologies for advanced therapeutic services and precise diagnostic testing. Our state-of-the-art facilities will ensure that you feel as comfortable as possible throughout your stay. Our English speaking exceptional doctors are esteemed internationally for their expertise and pioneering techniques, and about 90% of them have practiced or trained abroad, at leading healthcare facilities in North America or Europe.
The Medical Center complies with international standards for medical procedures, diagnostic testing, and clinical research.
We are a department within the Medical Center. All the stuff and members are employees of the Medical Center. We are not an agent. When you deal with us, you deal directly with the Medical center. Therefore, there are no extra fees or commissions on top of the price of treatments.
Tel Aviv is centrally located, an easy plane flight from Europe, Asia, Africa, and the U.S. Convenient flights are available from major cities throughout the world from a broad spectrum of airlines.
Just 20 minutes from Israel's Ben Gurion International Airport, the Tel Aviv Sourasky Medical Center is located in the heart of Tel Aviv, Israel's most vibrant metropolis and the center of the country's finance, commerce, arts, culture, and entertainment activities. The Medical Center is just a several-minute drive from the beautiful, relaxing beaches of the Mediterranean Sea. Tel Aviv is blessed with a comfortable climate: short, mild winters with plenty of pleasant, sunny days, delightful spring and fall seasons, and a constantly sunny summer from June through October.
Tel Aviv is a cosmopolitan city that offers so much to tourists and residents alike. With a wide array of accommodation options—from luxurious to low-budget hotels—Tel Aviv is an extremely friendly city for visitors seeking medical treatment. This European-style city offers an excellent public transportation system. There are highly accessible convenience supermarkets and coffee shops—usually open 24 hours a day—within walking distance of the Tel Aviv Sourasky Medical Center. There is an abundance of shopping, ranging from clothing boutiques and artisan crafts to art galleries and leading international brand shops.
Given the outstanding level of quality care, Tel Aviv Sourasky Medical Center’s fees are surprisingly reasonable. In most instances, treatment at the Medical Center, including medical fees and travel expenses, are considerably lower than comparable medical facilities in the US or Europe.
The cost of treatment varies significantly, depending upon the type of treatment and its complexity. Please contact our Medical Tourism Center to provide the details of your required treatment and we will be happy to provide you a price quote
The price list for the various medical treatments that we offer can be found on the Israeli Ministry of Health's website.
Please refer to the column titled: Price for patient from abroad.
It is important to ensure you have the correct documentation required to enter the country. For example, your passport must be valid for at least 6 months from the day you enter Israel. Visitors from some countries must have a tourist visa. We recommend that you check the website of the local Israeli Consulate in your country for more specific information.
The staff at the Medical Tourism Center is ready and willing to assist you with all your needs. We will be more than happy to discuss your specific situation and provide you with any additional information regarding our medical services, doctors and facilities. If necessary we can provide you testimonials from former patients. Please feel free to contact us today.
