As Koru Hospitals, Our Oncology Clinic is dedicated not only to the diagnosis and treatment of tumors but also to staying abreast of the latest advancements in the field. Numerous studies are conducted to develop new techniques for early cancer detection. This outpatient program offers comprehensive medical care for individuals with cancer and blood disorders, providing various infusions and injections for non-cancer-related conditions. The primary objective is to empower patients with the confidence to manage their disease and treatment options through personalized attention and compassionate care, ensuring a high quality of life.
Skin cancer manifests as the abnormal growth of skin cells, representing the most common form of cancer. While symptoms may not always be clear, changes in color can serve as an indication for an early diagnosis. Treatment options vary based on factors such as size, location, and stage, encompassing chemotherapy, immunotherapy, and photodynamic therapy.
Tongue cancer, a prevalent type of head or neck cancer, originates in the cells of the tongue. Treatment depends on tumor size and spread rate, with surgeries like partial glossectomy for large tumors and less invasive procedures for early-stage diagnoses.
Peritoneal cancer, a rare type, forms in the thin layer of epithelial cells lining the abdomen. Treatment includes surgery to remove affected organs, chemotherapy to shrink tumors, and targeted therapy to halt cancer cell growth without harming healthy cells.
Kidney cancer ranks among the most diagnosed types, with treatment methods like surgery, radiation therapy, chemotherapy (for specific types), and targeted therapy, tailored based on cancer stage, age, and overall health.
Colon cancer, affecting the large intestine cells, typically occurs in older individuals but can impact any age group. Symptoms include changes in bowel habits, weakness, sudden weight loss, and rectal bleeding. Treatment involves surgery, radiation therapy, and chemotherapy, with various surgical options for different stages.
Larynx cancer affects the voice box, necessitating treatments like radiotherapy, chemotherapy, and surgeries such as endoscopic resection, partial laryngectomy, or total laryngectomy based on cancer stage.
Breast cancer, commonly diagnosed, presents symptoms like changes in size and shape, rash around the nipple, and skin dimpling. Treatment options encompass surgery, radiotherapy, hormone therapy, and targeted therapy, with the approach tailored to factors such as age and overall health.
Urinary bladder cancer involves tumor development in the bladder lining, often linked to smoking. Treatments include surgery or radiotherapy, with regular follow-up tests post-treatment.
Stomach cancer, or gastric cancer, grows uncontrollably in the stomach lining. Treatments involve chemotherapy, radiation therapy, surgery, and immunotherapy to prevent spread to other organs.
Ovarian cancer involves rapid cell growth in the ovaries, with signs including weight loss, fatigue, and changes in bowel habits. Treatments include surgery, chemotherapy, targeted therapy, hormone therapy, and immunotherapy.
Pancreatic cancer treatment depends on the cancer's stage. Options include surgery for early stages, symptom control surgeries if removal isn't possible, and a combination of treatments for an extended recovery period.
Prostate cancer treatment varies based on growth rate, overall health, and spread. Options include surgery, radiation therapy, freezing or heating prostate tissue, hormone therapy, targeted drug therapy, immunotherapy, and chemotherapy.
Uterine cancer, or womb cancer, involves treatments like surgery, chemotherapy, and radiotherapy. Cervical cancer treatments include surgery, chemotherapy, and radiotherapy.
Rectal cancer, affecting the rectum, displays symptoms like abdominal pain and changes in bowel habits. Treatment involves surgery, chemotherapy, and radiation therapy, aiming to shrink the cancer for easier removal.
Thyroid cancer treatments include surgery to remove part or all of the thyroid, radioactive iodine treatment, external radiotherapy, and chemotherapy or targeted therapies.
Esophageal cancer involves the uncontrollable growth of cells in the esophagus. Treatments include radiation therapy, chemotherapy, a combination of both, targeted drug therapy, immunotherapy, and surgery. Surgery can be standalone or combined with other treatments.
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