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Oncology is dealing with the treatment, diagnosis and prevention of cancer. Today millions of people are being treated with cancer or at least knows people who have died from cancer. Cancer is the second leading cause of death in the United States and many other countries. Cancer is caused when the abnormal cells in the body divide in an uncontrolled way. Depending on the type of cancer some cancer types are able to spread into other tissues and grow. At the moment there are more than 200 types of different cancer. Cancer begins firstly in the cells in the body, in either one cell or a small group of cells. Some types of cancer like Leukaemia start from the blood cells in the body and doesn’t form a type of tumour. Because of this the cancer cells build up in the blood and the bone marrow. Early diagnosis is very important in people’s lives for the prevention of illness and diseases. Regular check-ups are highly recommended for everyone.
There are various types of oncology diagnosis services including:
Radiology – radiologic investigations are performed together with mammography, ultrasonography, Doppler ultrasonography, computed tomography and MRI. To support treatment, interventional radiological procedures like thoracentesis, paracentesis, nerve blockages and drainages are also performed.
Nuclear Medicine– PETCT and SPECT devices are used for the diagnosis of patients.
Molecular Oncology & Genetics – genetic tests in cancer can be used to help diagnosis, modify follow up procedures and predicting prognosis. Disorders causing cancer, genetic mutations, gene increase, deletion, translocation and other abnormalities can be detected with genetic tests.
Pathology – biopsy specimens are investigated and diagnosed.
Clinical Laboratory – routines tests and follow up of the general health of patients are performed. Around 1000 different tests are performed in the clinical laboratory.
Oncological Check-up – cancer sometimes does not give any symptoms or indications during the early periods. Check-up programs are performed to prevent and notice cancers at an early stage.
Medical Oncology – Chemotherapy and immunotherapy are carried out with target-driven treatment, using the latest devices and methods with an experienced oncologic staff.
Radiation Oncology –
Oncological Surgery – experienced general surgery staff performs surgery for:
Robotic Surgery – suitable for all surgical procedures. Can be performed by laparoscopy for many of the different surgical branches.
Like every treatment there is a risk of complications to occur including
The patient will attend a consultation and the treatment can begin. The patient will need to undergo certain tests and procedures for diagnosis. Once the procedure is done, the most suitable treatment will be performed. Depending on the treatment to be performed the patient will be informed and will need to attend a few more appointments. If patient has undergone surgery, they will be taken to a private room and need to stay in hospital for 3 to 4 days.
If patient has undergone surgery, they will attend a post checkup. Doctors will further advise on treatment requirements and the patient will continue the treatment if necessary. Further tests may be performed. If there is no need for further treatment then the patient will be dismissed and can return to their destination. If further treatment is required, then they will be further instructed by the doctor.
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Oncology is a branch of medicine which deals with the treatment, diagnosis and prevention of cancer.
There are various types of oncology diagnosis services including:
There are different types of treatments available for the treatment of cancer. Once the diagnosis has been done, then a suitable treatment plan will be made and performed.
The duration of the treatment depends on the extent of treatment needed and the kind of treatment to be performed. Roughly minimum of a week is required if a surgery is needed to be performed for the removal of tumor. If there is any chemotherapy, immunotherapy or radiation therapy needed, then the duration can extend to as told by the doctor.
If patients undergo surgery they can return to work after a week to a month from the surgery taking extra care of themselves. When the patients will be available to return to work will be as instructed by the doctor. Patients that undergo chemotherapy, immunotherapy or radiation therapy can return to work the next day.
Both male and female patients who suffer from any kind of tumor which needs further treatment.
Like every treatment there is a risk of complications to occur including
The recommended stay in Turkey for Oncology Treatment is minimum a week. The duration will extend depending on the type of treatment to be performed.
Devices used in Oncology Treatment
During Oncology treatment; PETCT and SPECT device, X-Ray, Mammography Device, Ultrasonography, Doppler Ultrasonography Device, Computed Tomography, MRI Device, Gamma Knife Device and Laparoscope is used for the diagnosis and treatment.
| Operation | Price | Stay in hospital | Stay in Turkey |
| Oncology – Medical
Oncology |
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Treatment is performed on an outpatient basis. |
Minimum a week. Duration can expand depending on the extent of treatment performed. |
| Oncology – Radiation
Oncology |
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Treatment is performed on an outpatient basis. |
Minimum a week. Duration can expand depending on the extent of treatment performed. |
| Oncology – Oncological
Surgery |
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Treatment is performed on an outpatient basis. |
Minimum a week. Duration can expand depending on the extent of treatment performed. |
| Oncology – Robotic
Surgery |
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3-4 Days | Minimum a week. Duration can expand depending on the extent of treatment performed. |