Robotic Cancer Surgery – A Revolutionary Approach
Being diagnosed with cancer really hits one hard. To fully grasp the situation is challenging for the patient and their family. In such a situation, it becomes necessary to understand the severity of the condition and the best treatment options available before making...
Stage 4 esophageal cancer survival rate by age
The news of stage 4 esophageal cancer in the family or friends can be quite heartbreaking. You are likely to have a lot of queries. Dr. Sandeep Nayak, one of the best oncologists in Bangalore, has kindly and empathetically explained some aspects of surviving stage 4...
Combining Cytoreductive Surgery With HIPEC Treatment
Cytoreductive surgery with hyperthermic intraperitoneal chemotherapy (CRS-HIPEC) is a type of supra-major surgery to treat certain cancers of the appendix, colon, mesothelioma, ovary, pseudomyxoma peritonei, and rectum. These cancers can progress within the abdominal...
Useful Tips For Early Detection of Breast Cancer
In India, breast cancer is the most common cancer among women, with one woman getting diagnosed every 4 minutes and one dying of it every 8 minutes. The statistics are scary. The good news is breast cancer can be cured if diagnosed and treated early. The 5-year...
Is it Possible to Prevent Ovarian Cancer
Ovarian cancer is the third most common cancer in India among women. With the cases increasing every year, it’s a matter of grave concern. Ovarian cancer develops in the ovaries, peritoneum, and fallopian tubes. The ovaries, a part of the women’s reproductive system,...
Why is it necessary to stage esophageal cancer?
Esophageal cancer, also called cancer of the food pipe, occurs in the tube connecting the stomach and throat. It is aggressive cancer having a poor prognosis compared to other cancers of the gastrointestinal tract. Dr. Sandeep Nayak, one of the best surgical...
Busting Myths About Oral Cancer
Mouth and oral cancers refer to cancers of the oral cavity, lip, larynx, hypopharynx, and oropharynx. With over 377,700 reported cases in 2020 worldwide, oral cavity and lip cancers are the most prevalent. According to the Mouth Cancer Foundation, the increased...
Connection Between Smoking and Lung Cancer
We all know that smoking is injurious to health. But did you know that smoking is the number one cause of lung cancer? Yes, that’s the fact. Around 80 to 90% of lung cancer are related to cigarette smoking. However, not all smokers will get lung cancer, but it does...
