Diseases & Conditions

Department of medical oncology at Continental Hospitals provides comprehensive treatment & care for various cancers and related disorders as listed below:

• Blood Cancers
• Brain Tumors
• Prostate Cancer
• Liver Cancer
• Breast Cancer
• Thyroid Cancer
• Head & Neck Cancer
• Abdominal Cancer
• Pelvic Cancer
• Oral Cancer
• Lung Cancer
• Esophageal Cancer
• Gastrointestinal Cancers
• Pancreatic Cancer
• Peritoneal Malignancies
• Lymphomas

Diagnosis

The department of medical oncology at Continental Hospitals is equipped with state-of-the-art diagnostic facilities for the early detection and diagnosis of all types of cancers. Diagnosis for cancers is performed with the help of various tests as given below:

• Nuclear medicine – This is an imaging technique that uses a small number of radiotracers injected into the bloodstream or swallowed or inhaled, and are then traced to detect the presence of cancerous cells in the body.
• Radiology – Imaging tests that are often employed for detecting cancers involve computed tomography (CT) scans, X-rays, ultrasound, mammogram, magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) scans amongst others.
• Pathology – Pathology tests include analysis of blood, urine and other body fluids samples to check for tumor markers and detect the presence of cancerous cells in the body.
• Biopsy – A biopsy is a procedure wherein a small piece of tissue or a sample of cells is incised from the body for analysis. analyzed in a laboratory and helps ascertain if a tumor is either cancerous or benign.
• Endoscopy – An endoscopy allows a doctor to view the internal organs of the patient using a thin tube inserted into the oral cavity. This can be used for the screening of the GI tract and the abdominal cavity for tumors.
• Colposcopy – A colposcopy is a cervical cancer test, wherein a scope is used to examine the cervix and helps detect the presence of cancerous cells in the cervix.

Treatments

The department of medical oncology at Continental Hospitals offers holistic in treatment & care for all types of cancers and cancer-related ailments. Our expert panel of specialists with decades of experience, state of the art infrastructure, and an unmatched pedigree in treatment of cancers, makes us one of the best hospitals for cancer treatment in Hyderabad.

Our highly skilled medical oncologists and dedicated staff remain steadfast in the treatment of all types of cancer using evidence-based medicine and globally established guidelines whilst taking into consideration the latest advances and internationally approved protocols to prescribe the best treatment possible.

Some of the key therapies & procedures offered at Continental Hospitals for advanced cancer care include:

• Biological or Targeted Therapies

It is the treatment of cancer using a certain group of drugs that arrest the spread of cancer by targeting the specific processes within the cells that abet uncontrolled growth. The type of targeted therapy depends on the kind and severity of the cancer being treated.

• Chemotherapy

Chemotherapy is a cancer treatment form wherein the drugs given to a patient kill the cancerous cells by preventing malignant cells from reproducing. Chemotherapy is often employed as a curative procedure for complete remission from cancer, or a palliative therapy if complete cure is not possible. Many times, it is also used in conjunction with other therapies for comprehensive cancer care.

• Hormonal Therapy

Hormonal therapy is treatment of cancers using hormone replacement drugs to block or alter hormonal production thereby slowing down or stopping the growth of certain cancers. Hormonal therapy is primarily used in the treatment of breast cancers, prostate cancers, and endometrial cancers.

• Immunotherapy

Immunotherapy is bolstering a patient’s own immune system to help him/her fight cancers. The drugs given to a patient under immunotherapy seek and fight cancer spreading cells by providing stimulus or boost to the immune cells.

Technology & Facilities

The department of medical oncology at Continental Hospitals, Hyderabad is known as one of the best hospitals for cancer treatment. We remain steadfast in our commitment to provide excellent patient-experiences and improved patient-outcomes the for every single one of our patients.

Continental Hospitals has consistently set a benchmark for the highest standards of clinical care for cancer patients. Equipped with state-of-the-art operation theatres and advanced infrastructure to deliver excellence for every patient. We have expert panel of medical oncologists striving for excellent outcomes.

The facilities at Continental Hospitals for the treatment of cancers include:

• State-of-the-art Tru Beam STx Radiotherapy equipment
• Advanced radiology facilities for imaging
• Gamma camera
• World-class patient-facilities

Our Doctors

At Continental Hospitals we have an expert team of medical oncology specialists providing evidence-based care for patient suffering from a wide range of liquid and solid organ cancers. With a cumulative experience of over 50 years and world-class expertise, our medical oncologists offer comprehensive and compassionate care for all types of cancers. Our focus is as much on preventive care as it is on interventional care and treatment.