In the Hyperthermia/HIFU (commonly known as “Hyperthermia/HIFU”) room at Beijing South Region Oncology Hospital, a special treatment session had just concluded. Alex (pseudonym), a patient with liver metastasis from abroad, slowly regained consciousness. He instinctively touched his abdomen—there was no expected surgical wound, no severe pain, only a mild, warm sensation on the skin in the treated area.
The follow-up examination results a few days later brought relief to Alex and his family: over 90% of the liver metastases had been inactivated in a single session! The family embraced each other emotionally, repeatedly thanking the attending physician: “In China, at your hospital, we found the most suitable treatment!”
A Non-Invasive Treatment That Changed Fate
A few weeks earlier, Alex arrived in China with a thick stack of medical records. As a patient with liver metastasis, he had sought treatment at multiple hospitals. This time, he chose to try a different approach—High-Intensity Focused Ultrasound Ablation (Hyperthermia/HIFU, commonly known as the “Hyperthermia/HIFU”). Unlike traditional surgery, this technology allows for targeted treatment of internal lesions from the body surface, achieving non-invasive intervention.
Warm Companionship on Treatment Day
On the morning of the treatment, the nurse specially prepared an English version of the treatment guide booklet for Alex. Before the procedure, the attending physician communicated with him again through an interpreter: “We will monitor the entire process in real-time. You can signal to us at any time if you experience any discomfort.”
Once the treatment officially began, the doctor precisely located the liver lesion via the ultrasound screen, and the focused ultrasound started its work. Under real-time monitoring, invisible sound waves converged accurately on the tumor tissue, causing coagulative necrosis of the cancer cells through the high temperature generated instantaneously.
Reassuringly, Alex remained conscious throughout the entire process and was able to communicate briefly with the medical staff via the interpreter. The treatment concluded smoothly, taking only 52 minutes in total. The treated tumor area showed grayscale changes in a lumpy pattern—a clear sign of successful tumor inactivation.
Beyond Technology, There’s Warmth
“Choosing the Hyperthermia/HIFU was because of its non-surgical nature,” Alex remarked after the treatment. What moved him even more was the meticulous care from the medical team: considering he was a foreign patient, the hospital arranged English-speaking medical staff to accompany him throughout; learning about his special dietary needs, the nutrition department specifically adjusted his meal plans.
The attending physician stated: “We take every treatment seriously. Especially for foreign patients, we pay more attention to details, hoping they can feel the professionalism and care of Chinese healthcare.”
After the treatment, Alex recovered quickly—he was able to get out of bed and walk the next day and was discharged smoothly a few days later. While focusing on the lesion itself, Hyperthermia/HIFU treatment also emphasizes protecting surrounding normal tissues, aiding in the patient’s subsequent physical recovery.
A Reassuring International Patient Experience from Start to Finish
At the Hyperthermia/HIFU Center of Beijing South Region Oncology Hospital, similar treatments are conducted daily. Anesthesiologists employ combined anesthesia methods to ensure patients remain comfortable during the procedure. Postoperatively, the medical team provides comprehensive support including anti-infection measures and fluid replenishment, while closely monitoring the patient’s condition, reflecting all-round care throughout the entire journey.
Here, there is no cold accumulation of medical equipment; instead, the focus is on the patient’s actual experience, with particular attention to the special needs of international patients:
Providing multilingual communication services to ensure smooth doctor-patient interaction.
Respecting cultural differences and offering personalized dietary arrangements.
Conducting psychological support throughout the process to alleviate the stress of seeking medical care in a foreign country.
As Alex’s attending physician said: “Medical technology is the foundation, but making patients feel valued and cared for is equally important.”
Alex’s family also remarked with emotion: “From consultation to the end of treatment, every medical professional we encountered was professional and patient. Here, we felt not only medical technology but also the warmth akin to family.”
Non-Invasive Technology Offers More Choices for International Patients
The Haifu Knife is a large medical device for which China possesses complete independent intellectual property rights. It has been clinically applied domestically and internationally for treating various solid tumors. This technology features “no incision, no bleeding, and preservation of organ structure,” providing a new option for patients who are older, have physical conditions unsuitable for traditional surgery, or prefer non-surgical approaches.
Characteristics of Haifu Knife Treatment:
No Incision: No cuts on the body surface, no scarring, reducing infection risk.
No Bleeding:No need for blood transfusion, avoiding complications related to surgical bleeding.
Fast Recovery: Short treatment time, enabling patients to resume activities relatively quickly post-treatment.
Function Preservation:** Maximally preserves normal liver tissue, maintaining organ function.
Postoperative imaging examinations showed good tumor inactivation results for Alex, indicating that this non-invasive treatment can also achieve satisfactory local control effects.
Contact Us: Begin Your Recovery Journey
The International Department of Beijing South Region Oncology Hospital is dedicated to providing high-level cancer diagnosis and treatment services to patients worldwide. We possess advanced Haifu Knife technology equipment and an experienced medical team, while also offering comprehensive support services for international patients.
Contact us immediately to obtain a personalized treatment plan:
Phone Consultation: 400-880-3716
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Email:
100085_010@163.com
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Our multilingual medical coordinators will provide you with detailed consultations and assist you in arranging medical record evaluations, treatment plan formulation, and various matters related to receiving medical care in China. No matter where you are, we can offer you professional, warm, and personalized medical services.
Beijing South Region Oncology Hospital International Department—using non-invasive technology to safeguard health, and professional care to warm the heart of every international patient.
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Phone: 400-880-3716
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Post time: Dec-19-2025