Search Medical Centers

Throat Cancer Treatment in Malaysia

Hospitals and medical centers in Malaysia which treat Throat Cancer patients.

Mahkota Medical Centre

The medical team at Mahkota Cancer Centre is made up of a team of three Radiotherapy and Oncology Consultants, backed by a team of multi-disciplinary consultants and surgeons. These doctors are supported by staff who are highly skilled in their respective fields.

Availability:

Throat Cancer is treated at Mahkota Medical Centre

4 listed oncologists:

view all >

KPJ Damansara Specialist Hospital

Oncology / Radiotherapy is the medical use of ionizing radiation, generally as part of cancer treatment to control or kill malignant cells. Radiation therapy is synergistic with chemotherapy, and has been used before, during, and after chemotherapy in susceptible cancers.

Availability:

Throat Cancer is treated at KPJ Damansara Specialist Hospital

Listed oncologist:

Dr. Lum Wan Heng

Clinical Oncology

Gleneagles Intan Medical Centre

A tertiary care hospital servicing local and international patients with modern facilities and over 110 consultants that cover a wide array of specialties.

Availability:

Throat Cancer is treated at Gleneagles Intan Medical Centre

4 listed oncologists:

view all >

Dr. Albert Lim Kok Hooi

Breast & lung Cancer

Dr. Suseela Nair

Breast Cancer Management

KPJ Ampang Puteri Specialist Hospital

A leading private medical institution in Malaysia which has obtained a number of international accreditations.

Availability:

Throat Cancer is treated at Ampang Puteri Hospital

Sunway Medical Centre

The team of dedicated Oncology professionals ensures not only the latest innovations in cancer treatments and technology, but also a personalised and tailored approach for the person with a cancer diagnosis focusing on effective treatments and enhanced quality of life.

Availability:

Throat Cancer is treated at Sunway Medical Centre

Listed oncologists:

Dr. Christina Ng Van Tze

Medical Oncology (Cancer)

Dr. Joseph K Joseph

Medical Oncology (Cancer)

Oncology centers in Malaysia (Page 1 of 1)

About Throat Cancer Treatment

This information is intended for general information only and should not be considered as medical advice on the part of Health-Tourism.com. Any decision on medical treatments, after-care or recovery should be done solely upon proper consultation and advice of a qualified physician.


Treatment overview:

Treatment of throat cancer depends on the seriousness and extent of the condition. Treatment is usually tailored individually. The main aim is to the preserve patient’s ability to speak and eat while maintaining a normal healthy life.


What are the treatment options for throat cancer?
  • Surgery: Surgery is done in cases of small and localized cancer. Cancer which is advanced and has spread to the surrounding areas requires more extensive surgery which may involve removal of parts of jaw, throat, mouth or voice box. Reconstructive surgery may help in restoring the appearance and functions, e.g. swallowing and speech.
  • Radiation therapy: Radiotherapy uses high energy rays to kill the cancer cells. It usually follows the surgery or may be used in combination with chemotherapy in advanced throat cancer. It can be used as the primary treatment in small throat cancers.
  • Chemotherapy: Chemotherapy is often used in combination with surgery or radiation therapy in advanced cases. Powerful drugs are given which kills the cancer cells left behind after surgery or radiation therapy.

What is the success rate of throat cancer treatment?

Early diagnosis and treatment has a better prognosis. Small and localized cancer can be successfully removed by surgery. Once the cancer cells have spread beyond the head and neck region treatment becomes difficult in throat cancer.

Duration of procedure/surgery : Throat cancer surgery may take 2- 3 hours depending on the extent of cancer

Days admitted : Patient is usually required to stay for 3-4 days in the hospital

Anesthesia : Surgery is done under general anesthesia

Risks : Risk associated with anesthesia, Bleeding, infection, nerve injury associated with surgery, Risks due to radiation therapy like skin irritation or discoloration, Risk due to chemotherapy, such as nausea, hair loss, diarrhea, fatigue

After care : Regular follow up is required to check for any recurrence of cancer. Some patient in whom extensive surgery is done may require prosthetic devices to help chew, swallow or speak. Feeding and breathing tubes may also be required in more advanced cases which need regular monitoring. A good nutrition plan is required that includes easy to chew and swallow foods.

Learn more about Throat Cancer

Copyright © 2008 - 2024 Health-Tourism.com, All Rights Reserved