Medical Oncology Facilities:
The Medical Oncology Department is augmented by our ìDay Care Centreî with exclusive specialized staff, trained in oncological emergencies and anti-cancer drug administration. Apollo Cancer Hospital has a sophisticated Bone Marrow Transplantation facility. BMT is finding increasing application for various kinds of cancers and also for non cancer disorders like aplastic anemia, thalassemia. The 4-bedded BMT unit is the first-of-its-kind in Andhra Pradesh. Autologous, Allogeneic, BMT and Peripheral Stem Cell Harvest procedures can be done in a fraction of the overseas cost.
Surgical Oncology:
The Surgical Oncology Department has specialists well versed with intricacies of oncological practice, as well as in tune with organ preservation protocols including limb salvage surgery for Osteosarcomas & soft tissue sarcomas.
Head & Neck Oncology:
We have a dedicated Head & Neck department exclusively for screening & treatment of head & neck malignancies. Experienced Head & Neck Surgical Oncologists do complex surgeries including skull base procedures, reconstructions, free flaps, function preservation surgeries etc.
Supportive Services and Rehabilitation:
The hospital is supported by a support group consisting of Medical Counselors, Physiotherapist, Speech Therapist, Dietician and others, providing comprehensive care to patients.
Radiation Oncology:
The Radiation Oncology Department has sophisticated Siemens Linear Accelerator with multi-energy photons and electron beam facility enabling us to treat all types of tumors. This machine is also capable of arc therapy, total skin electron therapy and total body irradiation. The accuracy of this specialized treatment is checked with the EPID (Electronic Portal Imaging Device). The Department also has MLC (Multi Leaf Collimeter), IMRT (Intensity Modulated Radiotherapy), 3-D CRT (3- Dimensional Conformal Radiotherapy), PET-CT Guided Radiotherapy, Syngo Fusion Technology, 3-Dimesional Treatment Planning System, Simulator, Full-fledged Cobalt Unit for high precision external beam Radiotherapy. The CT scan, MRI & PET-CT Scan has networking with Radiotherapy Planning & Treatment which makes the entire treatment procedure highly precise.
Apollo Cancer Check:
The incidence of cancer is multiplying globally. Chance of cure is high if detected early & treatment initiated. We offer a subsidized package to detect malignancies early so as to nip them in the bud. The investigations are relevant to gender and the common cancers in India. These packages are for a nominal Rs. 1500/- for women and Rs. 1100/- for men. They include CBP with ESR, Urine Routine, X-Ray Chest-PA view, Ultrasound Abdomen, Stool for Occult Blood, Oral Examination, Hbs Ag, Discussion (risk factors), and free consultation with Oncologist with the Pap smear & Mammogram for women.
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