Role in Cancer Treatment Cancer surgery is a cornerstone in the comprehensive management of cancer, often used in conjunction with other therapies like chemotherapy and radiation.

Primary Treatment It serves as the primary treatment for many solid tumors, aiming to remove cancerous tissue and potentially cure the disease if detected early.

Types of Cancer Surgery

• Curative Surgery: Removes the entire tumor and surrounding tissue, aiming for a complete cure.
• Debulking Surgery: Reduces the size of a tumor, often used when complete removal isn’t possible but can improve outcomes.
• Palliative Surgery: Alleviates symptoms or improves quality of life, without aiming for a cure, for advanced or metastatic cancers.

Precision and Advances Advancements in surgical techniques, including minimally invasive surgery (laparoscopic, robotic), ensure precise removal of tumors with reduced recovery times and complications.

Multidisciplinary Approach Collaboration with oncologists, radiologists, pathologists, and other specialists ensures a comprehensive treatment plan tailored to individual patient needs.

Reconstruction and Rehabilitation Post-surgical reconstruction, such as breast reconstruction after mastectomy, aims to restore function and appearance, supported by rehabilitation to optimize recovery.

Emotional and Physical Support Comprehensive care includes psychological support, pain management, and rehabilitation services to support patients through the physical and emotional challenges of cancer surgery.