Doctors at Eastern Hospital in Latvia are raising concerns about the limited availability of funding for crucial cancer surgeries, which will only last until March, urging the government to take action.
At the Eastern Hospital in Latvia, medical professionals, including invasive radiologist Artūrs Šilovs, are conducting advanced surgeries in a highly technological operating room equipped with the latest generation of CT scanners that enable laser navigation with millimeter precision. One such patient, who has been diagnosed with over ten tumors in both kidneys, is undergoing a percutaneous ablation procedure, specifically cryoablation, which destroys tumors through freezing techniques facilitated by specialized needles inserted via small punctures. This procedure is vital given the patient’s complex condition.
Dr. Zdanovskis, the chief radiologist at the center, emphasizes that in cases with multiple tumors, surgical removal becomes extremely difficult or nearly impossible due to the formation of scar tissue following surgery. Ablation presents a viable alternative; however, current funding for such critical operations is available only until March, putting future patients at risk of losing access to necessary treatments. Doctors collectively urge the government to address this pressing issue and ensure that funding continues beyond the set deadline.
The availability of advanced medical procedures like cryoablation is crucial for patients facing complex diagnoses, yet the looming deadline for financial support raises significant concerns about future access to such innovative treatments. The call for government intervention highlights the importance of sustained funding for healthcare services, particularly for cancer patients who cannot afford to delay or skip essential treatments. The healthcare community stands united in urging expedited action to prevent a crisis in patient care.
