Wockhardt Hospital-Mumbai

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Cancer is not one disease, but many diseases that occur in different areas of the body. Each type of cancer is characterized by the uncontrolled growth of cells. Under normal conditions, cell reproduction is carefully controlled by the body. However, these controls can malfunction, resulting in abnormal cell growth and the development of a lump, mass, or tumor. Some cancers involving the blood and blood-forming organs do not form tumors but circulate through other tissues where they grow.

A tumor may be benign (non-cancerous) or malignant (cancerous). Cells from cancerous tumors can spread throughout the body. This process, called metastasis, occurs when cancer cells break away from the original tumor and travel in the circulatory or lymphatic systems until they are lodged in a small capillary network in another area of the body. Common locations of metastasis are the bones, lungs, liver, and central nervous system

The type of cancer refers to the organ or area of the body where the cancer first occurred. Cancer that has metastasized to other areas of the body is named for the part of the body where it originated. For example, if breast cancer has spread to the bones, it is called "metastatic breast cancer" not bone cancer.

Contrary to common belief many cancers are curable if detected early and treated scientifically. If not curable several cancers can be controlled for prolonged periods. Many cancers are now given multimodality treatment planned by surgical , medical and radiation oncologist working together. Since cancer treatment can be prolonged and result in physical and functional deficiencies the role of physiotherapist, occupational therapist, speech therapist and nutritionists is invaluable.

At Wockhardt Hospital we have a team of highly trained and dedicated profesionals working together in the Oncology Department. We also have state of the art equipment in radiology and pathology for early detection and diagnoses of cancer.

Our Services and Procedures

SURGICAL ONCOLOGY
Head & Neck Cancer

Department of Head and Neck Oncology

  • Dr. Kamran A. Khan (Surgical Oncologist).
  • Dr. Sanjay Bhatia (Neuro-otologist, Skull Base Surgeon).
  • Dr. Tushar Mhapankar (Otolaryngologist)
  • Dr. Anil Karadkar ( Otolaryngologist)

Head and Neck and tobacco related cancers are the commonest cancers in India. These may present as a ulcer, sore or swelling in the mouth, difficulty in swallowing, hoarseness of voice or a swelling in the neck. The initial investigations consist of a biopsy with imaging. At Wockhardt Hospitals we provide the best expertise for the diagnoses of Head and Neck Cancers with imaging including spiral CTscan and MRI. The treatment of Head and neck cancers is predominantly surgical. Our surgeons have had extensive training in head and neck surgical oncology at premier cancer institutes in India and abroad.

 Areas of Expertise in Head and Neck Cancers

  • Tumors of the Nose and Paranasal Sinuses.
  • Skull Base Surgeries.
  • Tumors of the Oral Cavity and Oropharynx and Hypopharynx.
  • Laryngopharyngeal and laryngeal malignancies( voice preserving laryngeal surgery, voice restoration after total laryngectomy).
  • Surgeries for Thyroid, Parathyroid neoplasms
  • Surgeries for Parotid Gland tumors.
  • Plastic Surgery and microvascular reconstruction after head and neck surgery

Breast Cancer

Breast cancer is the commonest cancer in women world over. While the incidence of breast cancer has increased, so has the survival improved due to a better understanding of the disease. It often presents a painless lump in the breast or armpit. Due to the asymptomatic nature of early breast cancer the patient is unaware of the disease till such time as it progresses. Early detection seems to be the most important factor in the cure of breast cancer. Therefore oncologists recommend a regular breast self examination to be performed by all ladies every month after the age of 35 years. This should ideally be done five days after the menstrual cycle gets over.

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