by Dr Suvadip Chakrabarti | Nov 22, 2023 | Blog
Breast cancer surgery remains the first line of defence for most patients suffering from the disease. However, the specific type of surgery and whether other treatments will be necessary depends heavily on the molecular subtype of the tumour. An integral molecular...
by Dr Suvadip Chakrabarti | Nov 8, 2023 | Blog
In ancient times, physicians and surgeons possessed an understanding that cancer often recurred after surgical removal. The Roman physician Celsus, in his writings, remarked that even when a scar formed post-excision, the disease frequently reappeared. This notion...
by Dr Suvadip Chakrabarti | Oct 26, 2023 | Blog
Hormonal therapy is often recommended after thyroid cancer surgery to help suppress thyroid stimulating hormone (TSH) levels. TSH is a hormone produced by the pituitary gland that signals the thyroid to produce thyroid hormones. After removing all or part of the...
by Dr Suvadip Chakrabarti | Oct 11, 2023 | Blog
Lymphedema is a common potential complication following breast cancer surgery in Kolkata that involves lymph node removal. This chronic condition causes fluid build-up and swelling in the arm, hand or chest on the affected side. While not completely curable,...
by Dr Suvadip Chakrabarti | Sep 27, 2023 | Blog
Deciding on thyroid cancer surgery in Kolkata can feel overwhelming. But, surgery offers the best prognosis for early-stage thyroid cancer. Being informed and prepared can help ease some of the stress. Five essentials you need to know before undertaking a thyroid...
