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Cancer Care and Treatment at Fortis Healthcare
Fortis cancer Institute is one of the India best centre for cancer treatment. The Institute offer wide range to cancer diagnosis and treatments. The Fortis cancer Institute has using cutting-edge cancer treatment procedures and providing comprehensive, evidence-based care with the patient's best interests in mind.

Fortis oncology team is made up of skilled team of medical oncologist, cancer surgeons, radiation oncologist, with extensive experience and training in the use of the state-of-the-art Laparoscopy Oncology Theatre, which, when combined with the latest Robotic technology, allows us to achieve our goal of providing seamless cancer treatment and restoring the highest quality of life for our patients.

At Fortis Cancer Institute, we have a multi-disciplinary team of best cancer doctors in India, nurses and other health professionals specializing in treating cancers. They discuss and prepare the most effective and individualized treatment plan for you. In addition, they keep you involved in available treatment options and decisions about your treatment and care

Why Choose Us

  • Multi-speciality departmental approach with Twice a week tumour board
  • Complete compliance with surgical medical and radiation services
  • Dedicated Block for Oncology OPD’s
  • Team of Experts & Cancer Specialist
  • 24*7 well equipped Ambulance and Emergency Services

Our Team of Experts

  • Dr. Niti Raizada
    SENIOR DIRECTOR MEDICAL ONCOLOGY
    Oncology
  • Dr. Mohit Agarwal
    SENIOR DIRECTOR & UNIT HEAD MEDICAL ONCOLOGY
    Oncology
  • Dr. Prateek Varshney
    DIRECTOR SURGICAL ONCOLOGY
    Oncology
  • Dr. Swarupa Mitra
    DIRECTOR & UNIT HEAD - RADIATION ONCOLOGY
    Oncology

FORTIS HEALTHCARE

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    Fortis Memorial Research Institute, Gurgaon

    4.5

    4.5
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    Fortis Hospital BG Road Bangalore

    4.7

    4.7
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    Fortis Hospital, Mulund, Mumbai

    4.6

    4.6

Our patient’s stories

Under the treatment of Dr. RP Doley and Dr. Rajeev Bedi , we were able to eliminate the problems/disease that the patient suffered from. Staff members and all nursing staff were great. They took great care of our patient that helped him recover qu

Treated BY: Dr. Rajeev Bedi
Fortis Hospital, Mohali

FAQs

  • What is the cut-off age (eligibility) for a bone marrow transplant?
    Bone marrow cell donors and recipients of all ages who meet strict health criteria are eligible for bone marrow transplant. This means both, the donor and the patient who is to receive the donor bone marrow cells, will undergo stringent tests to check for underlying risks and heath issues that could restrict the treatment. While younger donors under the age of 65 years are preferred for BMT, transplant recipients age can be extended upto 75 years if they are otherwise fit and without accompanying severe illness.
  • Can leukemia be cured after bone marrow transplant?
    There are four common types of leukemia. Of these, Acute Leukemia is the highly curable form of adult leukemia. This is attributed to the advances in the diagnosis and high-precision treatment of this type of blood cancer. Cure rates of 80-90 percent following bone marrow transplant have been reported from centers specializing in acute leukemia treatment, including Fortis Hospital in Mumbai, India.
  • Which family members can donate bone marrow?
    Seeking a bone marrow donor within the family is the first option. A brother or sister is most likely to be a perfect match as a donor. This is called a matched sibling donor transplant. There’s a 1 in 4 chance of the bone marrow cells matching among siblings. One’s parents, own children, and other relatives can sometimes be good matches. Only about 30% of those who need a bone marrow transplant can find a matching donor in their own family.
  • Is bone marrow transplant painful?
    The transplant procedure is not painful because it is not surgery. In fact, it is similar to a blood transfusion. The bone marrow cells are infused into the vein directly through a thin catheter or intravenous tube. This process could take a couple of hours and the recipient is awake throughout.
  • Can you walk after a bone marrow transplant?
    Recovery after a bone marrow transplant is gradual but most patients can walk throughout the transplant period barring a few days time when they have low blood counts. It could take several weeks for the new bone marrow cells which were infused into the blood to travel to the bone marrow to begin to make healthy new cells. In some, it could take longer. This is why doctors will keep a steady watch on the recipients to monitor their progress. Depending on the type of transplant, and the risks of complications, doctors could recommend light forms of exercising like walking for short periods within the transplant unit itself.
  • How long is recovery after bone marrow transplant?
    Recovery after a bone marrow transplant is gradual. It takes up to 2 weeks for the newly infused cells to reach the bone marrow to begin to make healthy new cells. This process is called engraftment. In some recipients, it could take longer. During this time the immunity system can be weak. To prevent infections or the risk of complications, doctors recommend hospitalization for a few weeks to around 90 days to monitor the progress. Even after being discharged from the hospital, the bone marrow transplant recipients will have to visit the hospital for routine follow-ups with the doctors to check the response to the transplant.
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