Emergency radiation therapy
Advantages of emergency radiation therapy in EMC
Spinal cord compression treatment
In case of emergency conditions in oncology, emergency radiation therapy may be required.
The most common oncological emergencies:
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spinal cord compression;
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brain metastases (may lead to impaired consciousness, uncontrollable seizures);
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superior vena cava syndrome (compression or blockage of the superior vena cava can lead to swelling of the face, neck, shortness of breath, headache, in severe cases – impaired consciousness, laryngeal edema and other consequences);
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acute respiratory tract obstruction;
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uncontrolled bleeding in the tumor.
In the European Medical Center, emergency radiation therapy is performed around the clock, on an outpatient basis (without hospitalization), for both adult patients and children.
Advantages of emergency radiation therapy in EMC
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Emergency care 24 hours a day, 7 days a week
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Highly qualified specialists with work experience in clinics in Israel and the USA
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The most modern and effective methods of radiation therapy
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Reducing the duration of treatment
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Reduction of side effects due to the most accurate targeted effect on the tumor
Spinal cord compression treatment
A malignant tumor that exerts pressure on the spinal cord (metastatic spinal cord compression or MSCC) can cause symptoms such as pain, weakness, or tingling in the legs, as well as loss of control over urination or defecation. This situation is very serious, because if the pressure on the spinal cord continues, it will lead to permanent damage to the spinal cord. Therefore, if you experience any of the above symptoms, tell your doctor right away.
It is possible to carry out emergency radiation therapy at EMC and get advice on further treatment. The use of radiation therapy reduces the tumor and quickly relieves pressure on the spinal cord. The sooner this happens, the sooner the symptoms will disappear. In addition, it reduces the likelihood of permanent damage to the spinal cord.
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today, for some excellent treatment and counselling. I am very grateful.
Clinic:
Neurology Clinic
Doctor:
Volkov Sergey
23 December 2025
Hajime ESAKI,
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Very supportive nurses at ER
Very supportive nurses at ER
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Thank you
Nurses had a great teamwork.
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Dr. Panfilova is awesome - very skilled
Dr. Panfilova is awesome - very skilled, professional, and so kind! I wish
I could go back to her for all my appointments.
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Gynecology Clinic
Doctor:
Panfilova Olga
25 November 2025
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Anonymous,
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Christopher M.,
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Dr Dacremon is the best
He and his team are so good, so professional and so caring.
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Dental Clinic
Doctor:
Dacremont Philippe (France)
5 November 2025
Anonymous,
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Thank you for everything!
Thank you for everything!
Keith M.,
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Thank you to the Urology team
Thank you to the Urology team for providing consistent preparation and
delivery of my required treatment during the last few months. Professional and friendly at the same time. Much appreciated!
Clinic:
Urology Clinic
29 October 2025
Anonymous,
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Professional service
Efficient, professional service as normal.
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I had very good experience of visiting clinic. Dr. Kirzhinov is very professional,
gave me a very good treatment and solved a problem. Also I want to thank assistant Ayrat. He explained everything well and accompanied me during my whole visit, he helped me a lot
Clinic:
Dental Clinic
Doctor:
Kirzhinov Islam
5 October 2025
Anonymous,
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The team worked very smoothly
The room was perfectly prepared and all materials already available for
me. The team worked very smoothly and everything proceeded according to plan. Many thanks for a consistently professional operation carried out perfectly.
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Everything is great! I enjoyed the appointment. The doctor did a great
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Clinic of dermatology, venereology, allergology and immunology
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Vardanyan Karine
29 September 2025
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So kind, friendly and reassuring
Dr Urbanova and Dr Sakyaan are so kind, friendly and reassuring. As a person
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Internal Medicine Clinic
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13 September 2025
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Sir Popov number one, the best doctor me to care, do pay him more money
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Internal Medicine Clinic
Doctor:
Popov Daniil
12 September 2025
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all
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I want to thank Dr. Sokolova for the best dental cleaning I have ever had.
She is extremely thorough and knowledgeable, and gave me several recommendations for performing cleaning at home. I would strongly recommend Dr. Sokolova and EMC to anyone who needs dental work.
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Dental Clinic
Doctor:
Sokolova Evgeniya
18 August 2025
Anonymous,
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I will certainly return to EMC
Vitaly, the doctor's assistant was great. He assisted from booking to the
production of invoice for insurance reimbursement and everything in between. A very pleasant and personable youmg man. Thank you Vitaly. Also, Dr Olga Romanova was exceptional. She listened to me and took
into account my self-knowledge pertaining to my own condition, and did not dismiss me and my self-diagnosis. As a doctor myself, I was impressed, as many of my own often complain of poor bedside manners they experienced with other physicians. A day later, and my symptoms have already began to resolve. Thank you Dr Romanova, you are a credit to the profession. As for the facility itself, it was a really nice and modern clinic, well appointed and clean. However, the general staff could be a little more pleasant and not just transactional. Maybe it is because I am a tourist and they know I dont speak the language. No matter the language barrier, a warm smile goes a long way in making others feel welcomed. There was not even a smile from the nurse who gave me a shot. The pharmacist was however quite pleasant and warm. Next time I am in Moscow, and become ill (I hope not haha) I will certainly return to EMC.
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Clinic:
ENT - Head and Neck Surgery Clinic
Doctor:
Romanova Olga
17 August 2025