Laparoscopic removal of cancer is also called MACS – Minimal Access Cancer Surgery. This procedure doesn’t actually change ‘what is done in removal of cancer tumors from the body’ but defines ‘how cancer tumors are removed from the body’.
After a woman is diagnosed with ovarian cancer, the next step for a gynaecologist or oncologist is to determine the stage of the cancer. There are 4 stages of cancer starting from I to IV. (1 to 4). Lower number being an earlier stage than the number following it.
Female reproductive system is made up of vagina, cervix, uterus, fallopian tubes and ovaries. Ovarian cancer is one of the three common cancers that a female body can develop. Other two types of cancers are cervical cancer (develops in the cervix) and endometrial cancer (develops in the uterus).
Cervix is the lower part of the uterus that connects to the vagina. The cervix becomes larger during vaginal child birth. Presence of abnormal cells in the cervix region (lining of the cervix) is called Cervical Dysplasia.
Treatment for Breast Cancer If you haven’t read about Breast Cancer types and symptoms, please visit the following article. Breast Cancer – types and symptoms Treatment for breast cancer aims at the following two targets: To remove as many cancer cells as possible from the body (or the affected area) To prevent recurrence of breast…
Breast Cancer – Types & Symptoms Cancer is caused by genetically mutated cells in the body that grow abnormally in number. Typical breast cancer is seen in the milk secreting glands (lobules) or in the ducts that move the milk from lobules out of the nipple. Occasionally, breast cancer can also be seen in the…
Cervical Cancer – Cancer of the Cervix Cervix is a part of the reproductive system in women that resides as a bridge between the vagina and the uterus. When cancerous /abnormal cells start growing in the cervix region, it is termed as cervical cancer. If ignored or left untreated, cancer can spread (metastasize) to other…
FAQs on Laparoscopic Treatment What preparations will be needed prior to a laparoscopic surgery? Any investigations or consultations arranged at the preoperative consultation should have been completed, to make sure there are no medical conditions that may cause a problem during the surgery. Patients should not eat or drink anything after midnight on the night…
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