Oncology
Oncology
Oncology
Oncology is a medical specialty focused on diagnosing, treating, and preventing cancer using medical, surgical, and radiation therapies.
Types
Medical, Surgical, Radiation
Summary
Oncology is a comprehensive field focused on diagnosing and treating cancer through various treatment approaches including medical therapy, surgery, and radiation.
Treatment Procedures
1Chemotherapy
2Hormone therapy
3Targeted therapy
4Immunotherapy
5Surgical tumor removal
6Palliative therapy
Overview
- ✔Focuses on diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of cancer
- ✔Involves multidisciplinary care teams
- ✔Includes medical, surgical, and radiation oncology
- ✔Treats both localized and metastatic cancers
Types of Surgery
- ✔Surgical Oncology
Purpose
- To diagnose cancer and determine its stage
- To treat and control cancer growth
- To remove tumors or cancerous tissues
- To manage and prevent spread of cancer
Conditions Treated
- Carcinomas
- Sarcomas
- Leukemias
- Lymphomas
- Central nervous system cancers
Diagnosis & Evaluation
- Cancer type identification
- Staging tests
- Location and spread evaluation
Why Choose India?
- Preferred destination for international patients
- Advanced hospitals with modern technology
- Availability of robotic-assisted surgeries
- Skilled and experienced healthcare professionals
- Comprehensive international patient services
- Affordable treatment costs
- Strict hygiene and quality standards
Overview Points
- ✔ Focuses on diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of cancer
- ✔ Involves multidisciplinary care teams
- ✔ Includes medical, surgical, and radiation oncology
- ✔ Treats both localized and metastatic cancers
How It Is Done
- 1Diagnosis of cancer type and affected area
- 2Testing to confirm location, staging, and severity
- 3Treatment planning by oncologist
- 4Monitoring and tracking response to treatment
Additional Information
- ℹ Oncology includes different specialties such as gynecologic oncology, paediatric hematology and oncology, radiation oncology, and surgical oncology. Cancer may develop due to environmental, lifestyle, genetic, and infectious factors.