Surgical Treatment of Cancer
We offer comprehensive surgical oncology services aimed at diagnosing, treating, and recovering from various types of cancer. Our expert team of doctors and surgeons specializes in providing personalized care and support to patients undergoing cancer surgery.
Principles of Cancer Surgery:
- Cancer diagnosing: Identifying the presence and extent of cancer cells in the body.
- Tumor removal: Surgically removing cancerous cells or tumors from specific areas of the body.
- Cancer cell localization: Locating the presence of cancer cells and assessing their spread to other organs.
- Staging: Determining the size and spread of tumor cells in the body.
- Organ function restoration: Reestablishing the normal function of organs affected by cancer.
- Side effects management: Addressing and managing any side effects associated with cancer and its treatment.
Types of Surgery for Cancer:
Diagnostic Surgery:
- Biopsy: Obtaining tissue samples from suspicious areas for laboratory analysis.
- Incisional biopsy: Removing a part of the abnormal tissue for examination.
- Excisional biopsy: Removing the entire abnormal tissue for further investigation.
Staging Surgery:
- Involves examining the spread of tumor cells, typically by removing nearby lymph nodes.
Primary Surgery:
- Aimed at removing tumor cells and adjacent tissues, often combined with chemotherapy or radiation therapy.
- Debulking: Removing part of the tumor to alleviate symptoms or facilitate further treatment.
Palliation Surgery:
- Focuses on relieving symptoms and improving quality of life, such as pain management and alleviating organ dysfunction.
Reconstruction Surgery:
- Restoring the normal shape and function of the body post-surgery, often through plastic surgery techniques.
Advanced Surgical Techniques:
- In addition to conventional methods, we offer minimally invasive surgical options, including laparoscopic surgery, laser surgery, cryosurgery, and endoscopy.
Post-Surgical Care:
- Our dedicated team provides comprehensive post-operative care to ensure optimal recovery and management of any side effects.
Expert Care at Greenview Medical Centre:
- With state-of-the-art infrastructure and a multidisciplinary team of specialists, we are committed to delivering exceptional surgical oncology services.
- Our focus is on patient-centric care, ensuring comfort, support, and effective treatment throughout the cancer journey.
