Study gives insight into treatment of rectal cancer

Study gives insight into treatment of rectal cancer

WASHINGTON: Positive outcomes from a novel treatment for locally advanced rectal cancer include the occasional full avoidance of surgery. The chance of a recurrence is also decreased.According to a thorough study done at Uppsala University and published in eClinicalMedicine, the approach is beneficial.“The tumour disappears completely more often, thereby increasing the chance of avoiding surgery … Read more

CM inaugurates mega cancer hospital in Odisha capital

CM inaugurates mega cancer hospital in Odisha capital

Bhubaneswar: Chief Minister Naveen Patnaik today inaugurated the Bagchi Sri Shankara Cancer Centre and Research Institute at Info Valley in Odisha capital here. The 750-bedded comprehensive cancer hospital has been set up with assistance from Bangalore-based Sri Shankara Cancer Foundation. The hospital has all facility to provide radiotherapy to 300 cancer patients and chemotherapy to … Read more