Cancer surgery
Cancer Surgery
Cancer surgery (pronunciation: /ˈkænsər ˈsɜːrdʒəri/) is a medical procedure performed to remove tumors or cancerous tissues from the body. The term "cancer surgery" is derived from the Latin cancer meaning "crab" and the Greek cheirourgia meaning "hand work".
Types of Cancer Surgery
There are several types of cancer surgery, including:
- Curative Surgery: This is performed when the cancer is located in only one area of the body. The goal is to completely remove the cancerous tissue.
- Preventive Surgery: This is performed to remove tissue that does not contain cancerous cells, but may develop into a malignant tumor.
- Diagnostic Surgery: This is performed to determine whether cells are cancerous.
- Staging Surgery': This is performed to determine the extent of cancer in the body.
- Debulking Surgery: This is performed to remove a portion of a large tumor.
- Palliative Surgery: This is performed to relieve side effects caused by a tumor.
- Supportive Surgery: This is performed to help other cancer treatments work effectively.
- Restorative Surgery: This is performed to restore the body's appearance or function after major cancer surgery.
Risks and Complications
Like all surgeries, cancer surgery carries risks and potential complications. These may include Infection, Bleeding, Blood clots, and Pain. Long-term complications may include Lymphedema, a condition characterized by swelling in the arms or legs.
See Also
References
External Links
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Cancer surgery
- Wikipedia's article - Cancer surgery
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