Areas of Focus

Advanced Surgical Treatments

Robotic Surgery

Robotic surgery utilizes robotic systems to enhance the precision and control of surgical procedures, particularly in the treatment of gastrointestinal tumors. This minimally invasive approach allows surgeons to operate through small incisions using robotic arms that are equipped with high-definition cameras and specialized instruments. 

HIPEC (Hyperthermic Intraperitoneal Chemotherapy)

HIPEC is a specialized procedure that combines surgery with hyperthermic chemotherapy to treat cancer that has spread to the abdominal cavity. After surgically removing visible tumors, heated chemotherapy agents are infused directly into the peritoneal cavity. The elevated temperature enhances the cytotoxic effects of the chemotherapy, ensuring that any remaining cancer cells are effectively targeted.

PIPAC (Pressurized Intraperitoneal Aerosolized Chemotherapy)

PIPAC is an innovative and minimally invasive technique that delivers aerosolized chemotherapy directly into the abdominal cavity under controlled pressure. This method allows for the effective penetration of chemotherapy agents into tumor tissues, enhancing their efficacy. The aerosolized delivery system ensures that the chemotherapy reaches all areas of the peritoneal cavity, even in difficult-to-access locations.

Histotripsy

Histotripsy is an advanced, non-invasive treatment that utilizes focused ultrasound waves to selectively destroy cancerous tissues without the need for incisions. During the procedure, ultrasound energy is directed precisely at the tumor, causing mechanical disruption of the cancer cells while sparing surrounding healthy tissue. This technique is guided by real-time imaging, allowing for precise targeting and monitoring of the treatment area.

NanoKnife Ablation

Nano Knife ablation, or irreversible electroporation (IRE), is designed to treat tumors by using electrical pulses to create nanoscale pores in the cell membranes of cancer cells. This process leads to cell death without causing significant damage to adjacent healthy tissues.

Microwave Liver Ablation

Microwave ablation (MWA) is a procedure designed to treat liver tumors using microwave energy. This technique delivers targeted microwave waves through a thin probe inserted into the tumor, generating heat that destroys cancerous cells while preserving surrounding healthy tissue. The procedure is guided by real-time imaging, ensuring precise targeting and effective treatment. 

Area Of Focus

Adrenal Cancer

Appendix Cancer

Colorectal Cancer

Gallbladder Cancer

Liver Cancer

Liver Metastasis

Mesothelioma

Neuroendocrine Tumors

Melanoma and Cutaneous Malignancies

Pancreatic Cancer

Peritoneal Malignancies

Stomach Cancer

Soft Tissue Sarcoma

Small Intestine Cancer

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