Bladder cancer, like any other cancer, is an abnormal growth of cells in the walls of the bladder, also known as the urothelial cells. This growth gradually forms a tumour and eventually spreads to other parts of the body. Though urothelial cancer can occur in the kidneys and ureters as well, it is more common…
Melanoma, also known as malignant melanoma and cutaneous melanoma, is a type of skin cancer that develops anywhere on the skin. Melanoma occurs when melanocytes (cells that produce a brown pigment called melanin) responsible for the tan or brown colour of the skin, mutates and start growing uncontrollably. It may develop anywhere on the skin…
Oral cancer originates in the tissues of the mouth, throat, or other parts of the oral cavity. It is a part of head and neck cancers. Oral cancer is caused when cells in any part of the oral cavity undergo changes, known as a mutation, in their DNA. These abnormal cells may form a tumor…
Radiotherapy, also known as radiation therapy, is a cancer treatment in which high-energy beams are used to kill cancer cells and shrink tumors. The radiation helps in slowing the growth of cancer cells by damaging their DNA. This blog will help you to know about radiotherapy, its types as well as the procedures followed during…
Yashoda Superspeciality Hospital & Cancer Institute is one of the most well-known Thorax & Lung Cancer centres in Delhi NCR and continues the tradition of cutting-edge patient care with its multidisciplinary approach towards treating cancer. We at Yashoda Superspeciality Hospital & Cancer Institute provide you with state-of-the-art care for lung cancer. Our staff consists of…
Head and neck cancer is the term used to describe a wide range of malignant tumours originating in the upper aerodigestive tract (UADT). Worldwide, there are approximately 560,000 new cases of head and neck cancer diagnosed and 300,000 deaths each year. Head and neck cancer is the term used, to describe malignant tumours originating in…
What is breast cancer? As the name suggests, cancer that develops in the cells of the breast is called breast cancer (tumour). It is one of the most commonly occurring cancers in women. Over the period of last few years, advanced medical facilities have helped in early detection and treatment of breast cancer, overall reducing…
Bone sarcomas are malignant tumours of bone tissue that can spread to nearby structures when they metastasize in malignant form, whereas some remain benign and are restricted to a single area of bone tissue. Types of Bone Sarcoma Origin-based Osteosarcoma: Originates in bone cells and is seen more in children aged 5 to 20 years. …
