Ph. Gurkan Yetkin

Chemotherapy remains a powerful tool in cancer treatment, helping patients shrink tumors, slow disease progression, and improve survival rates. Although side effects exist, modern chemotherapy techniques and supportive care have significantly improved patient outcomes.

Ovarian cancer treatment involves surgery, chemotherapy, radiation therapy, and targeted therapy to eliminate cancer cells in the ovaries and surrounding areas. Ovarian cancer treatment plan depends on the type, stage, and location of the cancer.

An oncologist consultation is a critical and vital step in the journey of cancer treatment. During this visit, a highly trained cancer specialist will evaluate symptoms, diagnose the type and stage of cancer, and develop an individualized treatment plan.

Mastectomy is a surgical procedure that involves the removal of one or both breasts, partially (segmental mastectomy) or completely (total mastectomy), to treat or prevent breast cancer. Depending on the cancer stage and patient preference, it can be accompanied by reconstruction surgery.

Lumpectomy is a surgical procedure that involves the removal of a breast tumor or lump along with a small amount of surrounding healthy tissue. It's a common treatment option for early-stage breast cancer and is often followed by radiation therapy to ensure all cancer cells are eliminated.