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Cancer is an invasive disease that can affect any system of the body. Lung, endometrial, esophageal, prostate, colon, rectal, etc., are some of the types of cancer. Some cells of the body get triggered to grow profusely, multiply, and spread to other parts of the body. Oncologists are specialized doctors who treat cancer patients. Manipal Hospital, Mysore, has a panel of specialized pulmonologists and oncologists who are trained and experienced in treating lung cancer.
Lung cancer is a broad term that includes non-small cell lung cancer, small cell lung cancer, lung carcinoid tumors, lymphomas of the lung, etc. Here at Manipal Hospitals, Mysore, we have all the recent treatment procedures, state-of-the-art facilities, and the best oncologists who strive to provide the ultimate care to every patient. There are renowned oncologists, like medical, surgical, radiation, gynecologic, pediatric, neuro-oncologists, etc., who are highly skilled and have expertise in their units. Find a specialized oncologist for particular treatments here at the hospital. Book an appointment to have the best treatment.
Manipal Hospital's expert pulmonologists and oncologists are specialized, trained, and experienced in diagnosing and treating lung cancer. Visit our best hospital in Bangalore to consult with the experts.
The Video Assisted Thoracic Surgery (VATS) method is employed to get a lung biopsy. A small incision is made between the ribs, and the thoracoscope is inserted to get a sample of the lung tissue.
This is a pleural effusion drainage carried out to drain the excess fluid built up within the layers of the pleural membrane that surrounds the lungs in the chest cavity. The procedure is carried out with the help of Video Assisted Thoracic Surgery (VATS).
Mohs surgery is used to treat skin cancer and is a fine precision surgery. The skin cells are removed in a fine layer by layer till there are no more visible cancer cells. This procedure is also called microscopically controlled surgery, as the surgical oncologist carries out the procedure with microscopic precision.
A colostomy is carried out normally in the case of colorectal cancer, rectal cancer and other cancers associated with the bowel system. A stoma or a hole is made in the abdominal wall, which is connected to the colon for the collection of waste (faeces) from the body. It is mainly done to bypass any surgically treated colon or rectal part. A colostomy bag is situated on the exterior of the abdomen to collect the feces.
