Cancer Care
At Medanta Cancer Institute, we have a dedicated team of oncologists, organ-specific cancer surgeons, and experts from various specialities, including radiation therapy, and medical and haemato oncology, to deliver care that addresses all aspects of the disease.
The Tumor Board take a unique multi-disciplinary approach to curate a customised treatment plan for each patient depending on the type and stage of cancer. We also bear in mind each patient’s individual circumstances, values, and preferences.
Our specialists are backed by a skilled support network that includes specially trained oncology nurses, radiologists, pathologists, and genetic counsellors.
Robotic radical prostatectomy is a minimally invasive surgical technique for removing the prostate gland in prostate cancer patients. Surgeons use robotic assistance to enhance precision and reduce complications. It offers faster recovery and less pain compared to traditional open surgery.
Leukaemia is a type of blood cancer that affects the white blood cells. It primarily starts in the bone marrow, the site where blood cells are produced. The most common types of leukaemia acute lymphoblastic leukaemia (ALL), acute myeloid leukaemia (AML), and chronic myeloid leukaemia (CML). It is crucial to consult a doctor for accurate diagnosis and treatment options specific to the type you might have.
Craniospinal Irradiation is essentially applied on patients who are at a risk of suffering from a disease or metastasized brain tumour. It is also used when the central nervous system (CNS) cannot be treated with chemotherapy.
Inherited blood disorders such as Thalassemia and Sickle Cell Disease (SCD) significantly impact the production and function of haemoglobin, the protein in red blood cells responsible for oxygen transport. Thalassemia affects the body's ability to produce haemoglobin. There are two main types: alpha and beta-thalassemia. The severity of symptoms varies depending on the type and number of gene mutations inherited. Individuals may experience mild to severe anaemia, leading to symptoms like fatigue, weakness, and shortness of breath. Management includes regular blood transfusions and chelation therapy to remove excess iron from the body. SCD is a group of inherited disorders that cause abnormal haemoglobin. The most common form is Sickle Cell Anaemia. In SCD, red blood cells become sickle-shaped, stiff, and sticky, leading to a shortage of healthy red blood cells. These sickle cells can block blood flow in small vessels, causing severe pain and complications such as infections, acute chest syndrome, and stroke. Both Thalassemia and SCD can be cured with Bone Marrow Transplant to improve quality of life and longevity.
Cancer is a stage when carcinoma cells begin to grow in an uncontrolled manner. They form a mass that is called as tumor. The most dangerous property of a cancerous cell is that it grows and spreads to other body parts. Head and neck cancer is no different from it. Head and neck cancer is a state when different malignant tumors are developed around: Throat, Neck, Sinus, Mouth, Larynx
The pancreas is a large gland in the digestive system which is positioned in the abdominal cavity just behind the stomach. With the function of producing several vital hormones, it is also a digestive organ. Pancreatic cancer arises when pancreatic cells begin to grow out of control with the formation of a mass, called tumor. These cancerous cells can also effect others parts of the body. There are many types of pancreatic cancer. People who don’t smoke and maintain a healthy lifestyle are at a lower risk of developing this cancer. With its increasing cases every year, the chances of survival is low when diagnosed at a later stage. There are many treatment options available that can advance the quality of life of people with pancreatic cancer.
A malignant tumour that develops in the cells of the lungs, Lung Cancer can be of two types based on cell size – small cell lung cancer and non-small lung cancer.
The tube that connects the mouth and nose to the lungs is called as the Trachea, and the air we breathe goes in and out of the lungs through it. Trachea is placed in front of the oesophagus and it carries the food down from the mouth. It is about 5 - 6 inches long and consists of fibrous tissue rings.
The CyberKnife VSI Robotic Radiosurgery System is a non-invasive alternative to surgery for the treatment of both cancerous and non-cancerous tumours anywhere in the body including the Prostate, Lung,..
Brachytherapy is an accepted treatment method in the field of radiation therapy and cancer. In radiation treatment, the radioactive material is placed in direct contact of the tumour. It can also be p..
Linear Accelerator is the most commonly used device for external beam radiation treatment of patients suffering from cancer. It generates high energy X-rays and directs them to the location of the tum..
TRUS stands for Transrectal Ultrasonography. It is a medium for capturing and creating the outlook image of the prostate gland with the help of ultrasound procedures. The Artemis MRI/TRUS Fusion is a..
Tomotherapy is a form of intensity modulated radiation therapy (IMRT), in which the radiation is transported slice-by-slice. The word Tomotherapy has emerged from a Greek prefix - tomo, which means sl..
