Empowering Lives: St Thomas Hospital Chethipuzha's Comprehensive Approach to Cancer Care

Welcome to St Thomas Hospital Chethipuzha's health article on cancer, where we delve into the crucial aspects of early detection, treatment, and prevention of this formidable disease. Our commitment to patient care and cutting-edge medical advancements empowers us to provide comprehensive cancer services for our community.

The cancer burden continues to grow globally, exerting tremendous physical, emotional and financial strain on individuals, families, communities and health systems. Cancer responds to effective treatment when identified early, resulting in a greater probability of surviving as well as less morbidity and less expensive treatment.

Early diagnosis identifies symptomatic cancer cases at the earliest possible stage. Cancer Screening aims to identify individuals with pre-cancer conditions and refer them promptly for diagnosis and treatment. Cancer treatment options include surgery, cancer medicines and/or radiotherapy, administered alone or in combination. A multidisciplinary team of cancer professionals recommends the best possible treatment plan based on tumour type, cancer stage, clinical and other factors.