Cancer Medical Treatment, distinct from Cancer Operations (Surgical Oncology), refers to the comprehensive, non-surgical management of cancer. This field, often managed by medical oncologists, plays a crucial role in treating, controlling, and alleviating symptoms associated with various cancers. At Purohit Hospital, the integration of CANCER MEDICAL TREATMENT with surgical and allied services ensures a holistic approach to oncology care.

Key Non-Surgical Treatments Offered

Medical treatment for cancer involves systemic therapies—drugs that travel through the bloodstream to reach cancer cells throughout the body. The specific treatment regimen is always tailored to the type, stage, and location of the cancer, as well as the patient’s overall health.

1. Chemotherapy:

   • Chemotherapy uses powerful drugs to kill rapidly dividing cells, including cancer cells. It can be administered orally or intravenously.

   • It is often used to cure cancer, prevent recurrence, or slow the growth of advanced disease (palliative care).

2. Targeted Therapy:

   • This newer class of drugs works by targeting specific genes, proteins, or tissues that contribute to cancer growth and survival.

   • Targeted therapy is often more precise than chemotherapy, potentially minimizing damage to healthy cells.

3. Hormone Therapy:

   • Used primarily for cancers sensitive to hormones (like certain breast and prostate cancers).

   • This therapy works by blocking the body’s natural hormones or inhibiting their effects on cancer cells.

4. Immunotherapy (Biologic Therapy):

   • This approach harnesses the patient’s own immune system to fight cancer.

   • Immunotherapy drugs help the immune system recognize and attack cancer cells more effectively.

Integrated Role in the Treatment Pathway

At Purohit Hospital, Cancer Medical Treatment is rarely used in isolation; it works in conjunction with other therapies:

• Neoadjuvant Therapy: Medical treatment given before surgery (CANCER OPERATIONS) to shrink large tumors, making them easier to remove and increasing the chance of surgical success.

• Adjuvant Therapy: Medical treatment given after surgery to eliminate any remaining microscopic cancer cells and reduce the risk of the cancer returning.

• Palliative Care: Medical therapies are essential in advanced stages to manage symptoms, reduce pain, and improve the patient’s quality of life.