Stomach Cancer Treatment: Options and Approaches
Effective treatment for stomach cancer is essential for managing the disease and improving quality of life. The right approach depends on factors such as the cancer’s stage, overall health, and individual preferences. With advancements in medical science, various treatment options offer hope for better outcomes and long-term recovery.
There are various types of stomach cancer treatment in India. It completely depends on the types and stages of cancer. The treatment completely depends on the location of the cancer in the stomach, the aggressiveness of the cancer, and the stage of the cancer. Here we have given all available treatments for stomach cancer from stage zero to more advanced stages.
The basic purpose of surgery is to remove all the cancerous cells and some healthy cells around them. It can include:
- Removing early tumors from the stomach lining
- Removing some parts of the stomach
- Removing the entire stomach
- Removal of lymph nodes to find cancer
Chemotherapy is a chemical therapy used to kill cancerous cells in the body. Drugs travel throughout the stomach and kill cancerous cells in the stomach and other body parts around it. Sometimes, chemotherapy is given before the surgery to make the removal of cancerous cells easier during the surgery. Or given after surgery to help remove remaining cancerous cells in the body.
Radiation therapy uses high-power energy beams like protons and X-rays to kill cancerous cells.
Just like chemotherapy, it is given before and after surgery to help remove remaining cancerous cells. For advanced stages of cancer, radiation therapy is very useful to help relieve symptoms and pain.
Targeted drug therapy is used to target weaknesses present in the cancerous cells. It specifically targets those weaker parts of cancerous cells.
To know more, Please visit the targeted drug therapy page.
Immunotherapy is used to make the immune system strong so that it can fight cancerous cells.
Please visit the Immunotherapy page for more information.
The Typical Approach of Doctors to Treat Stomach Cancer
Stage 0 Stomach Cancer Treatment in India:
Cancer is in the early stage, and the doctor typically performs the surgery through a thin flexible tube (endoscope) to remove cancer from the stomach lining for very early, small-stage cancers.
Endoscopic mucosal resection, or EMR, is the term for this procedure. You usually don’t require any additional treatment.
Stage 1 Stomach Cancer Treatment in India:Â
The most common treatment for stage 1 cancer is surgery. You may need surgery to remove all or part of your stomach.
If your surgeon discovers that your cancer is more advanced than they previously thought after surgery, you may need chemotherapy.
Stage 2 Stomach Cancer Treatment in India:Â
Surgery is usually performed to remove all or part of your stomach. Furthermore, chemotherapy should have been conducted both before and after surgery.
If you did not have chemotherapy before surgery, you may have:
- Chemotherapy after surgery
- Chemotherapy combined with radiotherapy after surgery
Stage 3 Stomach Cancer Treatment in India:Â
Treatment is the same as stage 2
Stage 4 Stomach Cancer Treatment in India:Â
The goal of treatment is to keep cancer under control while maintaining a good quality of life. You could have:
- Chemotherapy
- Radiotherapy
- Surgery to control symptoms
- Symptom control, for example, treatment to help you swallow food
- A targeted cancer drug that has the HER2 protein
Which Country is Best for Stomach Cancer Treatment?
Although the United Kingdom, the United States, Singapore, and India provide effective stomach cancer treatment. However, the costs vary from country to country.Â
The cost of treatments and surgeries in India is nearly half that of Western and other developed countries. The availability of world-class treatment at a reasonable cost has enticed many international citizens to seek treatment in India.
The Indian healthcare system has well-trained doctors as well as specialized and well-trained operative and post-operative care teams that can handle complex cases at a reasonable cost.
So, if you are looking for the best combination of outcome and cost, India could be the better bet.
How to Choose the Best Oncologist for Your Stomach Cancer Treatment in India?
For an effective outcome and better success and survival rates, you should not count on just one doctor, but you should count on a team of doctors. This is also called the Tumour board approach.Â
The tumor board approach is the new way to get higher survival rates for the treatment of stomach cancer. In this approach, highly skilled medical, surgical, and radiation oncologists work closely on the case and get the best result out of the treatment.
MedicoExperts helps patients around the world to treat and achieve the highest survival rates with this tumor board approach to treating patients.
How to Choose the Best Hospital for Stomach Cancer Treatment in India?
Choose the hospital that has the latest equipment and a highly skilled team of oncologists, including medical oncologists, surgical oncologists, and radiation oncologists, along with a well-trained paramedical staff.Â
The success and survival rates of the oncology team and the hospital should also be considered.
MedicoExperts Panel has the best Indian specialist on board who will make sure that you have an easy, smooth, and successful treatment experience.
What is the Stomach Cancer Treatment Cost in India?
The average cost of stomach cancer treatment in India is around 2823 – 6385 USD (2.10 lakh – 4.75 lakhs INR).
Prices may vary as per hospital and location. Price also depends on the stages of stomach cancer as well.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs):
Q1. What are the main treatment options for stomach cancer?
A. The main treatment options for stomach cancer include surgery, chemotherapy, radiation therapy, targeted therapy, and immunotherapy.
Q2. Can stomach cancer be treated without surgery?
A. Yes, in some cases, stomach cancer can be treated with chemotherapy, radiation, or targeted therapy, but surgery is often required for curative treatment.
Q3. What are the side effects of stomach cancer treatment?
A. Common side effects of stomach cancer treatment include fatigue, nausea, loss of appetite, hair loss, and changes in bowel habits.
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Author Bio:
Dr. Yashashree Joshi – MBBS, MD (Philippines)
Dr. Yashashree Joshi, MD, is a globally-trained oncologist with a robust academic background and extensive experience in pioneering cancer treatments. Dedicated to patient-centered care, she continually integrates the latest advancements in oncology to provide her patients with innovative and personalized treatment plans.
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