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Best Stomach Cancer Treatment in Ahmedabad, India
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Overview
Gastric cancer or stomach cancer is a disease in which malignant (cancer) cells form in the inner lining of your stomach. These cells can grow into a tumour. The disease usually grows slowly over many years.
Stomach cancer is estimated to be the fifth most common type of cancer that tends to develop over the course of several years. It is staged between I to IV, according to how far cancer has spread in layers of the wall of the stomach. Below are the types of gastric cancer
- Adenocarcinoma - It occurs in gland cells in the lining of the stomach. These cells make and release mucus and other fluids.
- Lymphoma - It is the cancer of lymphatic cells/ lymphoid tissues that form part of the immunity system.
- Carcinoid Cancer - It is a specific type of neuroendocrine tumour, which means they come from cells of the nervous system and endocrine system and can secrete hormones called serotonin.
- Gastrointestinal stromal tumour - It is a disease in which abnormal cells form in the tissue of the gastrointestinal tract that helps in digestion.
Other types of cancers like Small Cell Carcinoma and Leiomyosarcoma can also occur in the stomach.
Stomach Cancer Expertise
We offer the latest treatments under surgical oncology, radiation oncology, and medical oncology. We have a highly efficient and dedicated team with all significant sub-specialities, disease management groups (DMG) that provide specialized care to the patients.
The care team for stomach cancer might include medical oncologists, gastroenterologists, radiation oncologists, pathologists, thoracic surgeons, general surgeons, dietitians, medical geneticists, occupational therapists, palliative care experts, pharmacologists, physical therapists, and social workers.
Our care team is led by Dr. Avinash Tank, one of the best stomach cancer doctors in Ahmedabad, India. We are skilled in all surgical techniques, including subtotal gastrectomy, minimally invasive surgery, esophagectomy, and total gastrectomy.
Treatment options for stomach cancer might include surgery, radiation, chemotherapy, therapy, immunotherapy, targeted therapy, and others.
Our holistic cancer care includes the following:
- Adherence to the latest international cancer treatment protocols
- Superior cancer treatment technology
- Complete cancer care: Right from cancer screening, early detection, multidisciplinary treatment to rehabilitation.
- A wider range of medical resources to draw from, with our multi-super speciality backups.
