The patient's own immune cells are collected, changed in a laboratory to recognise their cancer, and given back by drip. Used for some leukaemias, lymphomas and myeloma.
Pending doctor checkWhite blood cells called T cells are collected from the patient's blood. In a laboratory they are given a new receptor (CAR) that helps them find and attack the cancer. After a short course of chemotherapy, the cells are given back through a drip, where they multiply and fight the cancer.
Adults and some children with certain leukaemias, lymphomas or multiple myeloma that have come back or not responded to other treatment.
Every patient gets their own estimate, in writing, from the hospital. These are the things that move it.
Room types, equipment and running costs differ from one hospital to the next.
A surgeon's fee follows their experience and how complex the operation is.
Keyhole or robotic surgery, and the make of any implant, can change the price.
Other conditions, earlier treatment and the tests you need before treatment all count.
Days in hospital, any time in intensive care and the weeks you spend recovering in India.
Physiotherapy, medicines to take home and follow-up visits are added only if your doctor asks for them.
The estimate is not final until the doctor has examined you in India. If anything changes, we explain it before you agree to it.
Get your written estimateUsually a few weeks from collection to infusion. Your doctor may give other treatment while you wait.
Fever, low blood pressure and, sometimes, confusion in the first weeks. The team watches closely and treats them early.
Leave your mobile number. A case manager will come back to you, and you can add your reports whenever you are ready.
