HCG Cancer Hospital's surgical oncology services offer a comprehensive range of cancer treatments,
including
diagnosis, staging, therapy, risk reduction, reconstruction, and pain management.
Biopsy and Diagnostic Surgical Procedures
A biopsy is a small surgical operation that involves taking a tissue sample from the afflicted region
for
further examination. A biopsy test is commonly performed to determine a definitive diagnosis.
Diagnostic surgery (exploratory surgery) in cancer patients comprises performing open or minimally
invasive
surgery to physically inspect the internal organ that is affected or suspected of being influenced by
cancer.
Diagnostic surgery is an important part of efficient treatment planning, assisting clinicians in
achieving
optimal health outcomes.
Curative and Cancer Staging Surgeries
Cancer staging surgery is a surgical treatment that determines the extent to which the illness has
spread. This
strategy also helps with treatment planning and prognosis. Cancer staging surgery involves removing the
tumor
and suspected lymph nodes and having them analyzed by a pathologist to determine the severity of the
disease.
When cancer is in its early stages, doctors often recommend curative surgery, which involves removing
both the
tumor and a small piece of the surrounding healthy tissues. Certain cancers react best to a combination
of
surgery and other treatments, such as radiation therapy or chemotherapy.
Cytoreductive Surgery
Cytoreductive surgery is an often-suggested surgical treatment for cancer in which surgeons seek to
minimize the
quantity of cancer cells in the body, particularly in large tumors. Removing as much of the tumor as
feasible
and then providing therapies like chemotherapy and radiation can assist in enhancing overall treatment
success.
At HCG Bangalore, we provide HIPEC surgery to patients with advanced-stage abdominal cancer. This
procedure
entails debulking the tumor and then delivering chemotherapy to destroy cancer cells in that location.
Preventive and Reconstructive Surgeries
Preventive surgery, often known as prophylactic surgery, may be suggested for those who are at high risk
of
acquiring cancer due to medical or genetic factors. Before prescribing this treatment, doctors do a
thorough
examination of all relevant illnesses, weighing the pros and cons.
Following cancer surgery, reconstructive surgery is indicated to restore the structure and function of
an organ
that has been partly or entirely removed due to cancer. Breast, head and neck, bone, and skin cancers
are
typically treated with reconstruction surgery. Reconstructive surgery can help cancer patients regain
confidence
and improve their overall physical and emotional health.
Palliative Surgical Care for Advanced Cancer
Palliative surgery can help with symptoms including discomfort, obstruction, and bleeding, but it is not
intended to treat advanced cancer. These treatments were designed precisely to lessen surgical strain
while
improving comfort and daily functioning.
Advanced Surgical Oncology Facilities
Regarded as the leading surgical oncology hospital in Bangalore, HCG Cancer Hospital uses both old and
modern
surgical techniques to give the best possible results for each patient.
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Modern Operating Theaters:
HCG Bangalore has cutting-edge operating rooms with enhanced imaging technology and better
illumination to
help surgeons perform simple to difficult procedures with more precision.
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Minimally Invasive and Robot-Assisted Surgeries:
We propose minimally invasive surgery for some forms of cancer because it improves quality of life,
speeds up
recovery, and has fewer risks. We have Intuitive's da Vinci Xi surgical robot, which allows us to
treat
certain forms of cancer with more accuracy and control. In some circumstances, we do laparoscopic
and
endoscopic surgeries. These treatments shorten hospital stays, minimize infection risks, have fewer
side
effects, and allow for a quicker return to regular activities.
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Post-Operative Care and Recovery Units:
We provide comprehensive post-operative care, which includes monitoring patients for unexpected
complications
and efficiently managing them. We also provide complete rehabilitation therapies to surgical
patients,
including speech and swallowing therapy, physiotherapy, dietary counseling, pain management, and
other
services, to help them recover quicker and improve their overall health.
