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Dr. Ayyappan S

Oncologist
33 years experience overall
 
500 Consultation fee at clinic

Dr. R.Kannan

General Surgeon
27 years experience overall
 
500 Consultation fee at clinic

Dr. Venkat P

Oncologist
19 years experience overall
  
1500 Consultation fee at clinic

Dr. G.Thilagavathy

Pulmonologist
32 years experience overall
  
700 Consultation fee at clinic

Dr. Balaji R

Oncologist
20 years experience overall

Dr. Sivaram Ganesamoni

Oncologist
21 years experience overall

Dr. P Dhanashekar

Oncologist
22 years experience overall
  
1000 Consultation fee at clinic

Dr. Sankar Srinivasan

Oncologist
34 years experience overall

Dr. P. Rajkumar

Oncologist
26 years experience overall
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Dr. Rajasundaram

Oncologist
32 years experience overall
  
1100 Consultation fee at clinic

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Lung Cancer Treatments Doctors In Chennai

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Lung Cancer Treatment in Chennai

Frequently Asked Questions


What is Lung Cancer?

Abnormal or uncontrolled outgrowths of the tissue within the lungs of an individual is termed as Lung Cancer. Excessive smoking, exposure to radiation, pollution, inhalation of fine particulate matter, and other carcinogenic agents can be the trigger factors for Lung Cancer.


What are the treatment options for Lung Cancer?

The treatment options for Lung Cancer are:

  1. Radiation therapy
  2. Chemotherapy
  3. Lobectomy: - Removal of an entire lobe of the lung
  4. Sublobar Resection: - Removal of tumor deep-seated within the lung
  5. Pneumonectomy: - Removal of an entire lung
  6. Mediastinoscopy: -Removal or sample collection of the lymph node with the help an incision through the lower neck


What are the advantages of Lung Cancer Treatment?

The following are the advantages of Lung Cancer Treatment:

  1. Decreases the growth of cancer cells
  2. Cure or treat the cancer
  3. Reduce or stop the spread of cancer to surrounding healthy cells
  4. Prevents the chances of reoccurrence of cancer
  5. Improves patient's quality of life
  6. Increases the life expectancy of an individual


Who can perform Lung Cancer Treatment [Right specialist type for Lung Cancer Treatment]?

Based on the type and stage of Lung Cancer, Lung Cancer treatment can be performed by:

  1. An Oncology Surgeon for surgical removal of cancer
  2. Radiation Oncologist (Specialised in the use of radiation to treat cancer)
  3. Medical oncologist (Doctor specialized in chemotherapy and other medicines used to treat cancer)


What is the cost of Lung Cancer Treatment?

Cost of Lung Cancer Treatment depends on factors such as:

  1. Admission fee
  2. Oncologist fee
  3. Age of the patient
  4. Stage of cancer
  5. The medical condition of the patient
  6. Type of cancer treatment planned to be performed
  7. Post-procedure complications that are involved
  8. Type of Hospital
  9. The admission room that you opted for
  10. Any other lab tests or examination tests such as X-ray, ECG, etc


Minimum cost for Lung Cancer Treatment in Chennai starts from Rs. 95,000

Average expenses for Lung Cancer Treatment in Chennai is approximately Rs. 4,75,000

Maximum amount to be paid for Lung Cancer Treatment in Chennai rises up to Rs. 23,75,000


Is Lung Cancer Treatment a major surgery or minor surgery?

Lung Cancer Treatment is a major procedure and often depends on the initial diagnosis and staging of lung cancer of the patient.


What are the risks and complications associated with Lung Cancer Treatment?

Following are a few risks and complications of Lung Cancer Treatment: 

  1. Blood clots
  2. Accumulation of fluid in lungs [Pulmonary edema]
  3. Blockage of airways
  4. Bleeding
  5. Infection


How long does it take to complete Lung Cancer Treatment?

Lung Cancer treatment may take almost 4-6 months to complete and sometimes it may take less or more than the usual time depending on the number of treatment cycles, condition of the patient, type of cancer, and type of drugs used.


What is the success rate of Lung Cancer Treatment?

The success rate of Lung Cancer Treatment maybe 55-80% depending on the factors like:

  1. Age of the patient
  2. The medical condition of the patient
  3. Stage of lung cancer

 
Is Lung Cancer Treatment Permanent?

Lung Cancer treatment is a permanent procedure that helps to either cure or reduce the spread of cancer.


What are the long-term results of Lung Cancer Treatment?

Few of the long term results of Lung cancer treatment are:

  1. Decreased chance of cancer reoccurrence
  2. Stops the spread of cancer to surrounding cells
  3. Hearing loss
  4. Hair loss
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