Surgical Oncology
Overview
It is a sub-speciality of oncology, which uses surgery to diagnose the cancer, excise the tumour or give relief from symptoms of the disease. General surgeons who have special training in treating cancer through surgery are called surgical oncologists. At HMH, the aim of our surgeons is to treat the cancer in the best way possible and also to combine different therapies along with a surgical procedure, to relieve pain and to minimise symptoms. There are a variety of oncology surgeries that may be performed based on the location, stage and spread of cancer including conducting biopsy to detect the cancer, removal of malignant growth and removal of certain tissues as a preventive measure. The goal is to reduce pain and side-effects, improve quality of life and provide effective palliative care.
State-of-the-Art Facilities
State-of-the art technology
Highly-experienced and well-trained medical oncologist
Cancer surgeons and radiation specialists
Building awareness and preventive care
Specialised Surgery
Organ Conservative Surgery
- Surgical oncologists may perform conservative surgery in certain early stage cancers, wherein the goal would be to remove as much growth as possible while the affected organ is preserved. This type of surgery may be used in breast cancer, cervical cancer, ovarian cancer and carcinoma of the larynx, all in the early stages, among others.
Revision/Redo Surgeries for Recurrent/Residual Cancer
Minimally Invasive Surgery
- Cancer surgery is often done through the open method. But with advancement in technology, many procedures are performed through the minimally invasive route, which ensures less blood loss, shorter hospital stay and quicker recovery for the patient. Also called laparoscopic surgery, in this type of procedure, the surgical oncologist will use a laparoscope (a tube-like device with a camera and light and one end that is inserted into the body through an incision) to see images of the insides and will remove the tumour with the help of surgical tools inserted through other holes made near the affected area.
Radical Surgeries for Advanced Cancers
- In these type of surgeries, the surgical oncologist will not only excise the tumour but, will also remove some of the surrounding tissues that may be showing cancerous growth or may be at risk of being affected. In radical surgery, nearby lymph nodes may also be removed.
Signs that indicate you should see a Oncologist
Lump or growth in particular part of the body
Tiredness and loss of appetite
Abnormal growth on the skin
Pain, Nausea
Cardio-thoracic intensive care
Our Team
Dr. BALASUBRAMANIAM
SURGICAL ONCOLOGY
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4.00 pm to 5.00 pm
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