Targeted Iodine therapy for thyroid cancer and specifically papillary and follicular thyroid cancers. This is a very advanced and comprehensive therapy for thyroid cancer patients. At Desun Hospital Department of Oncology, cancer specialists take care to deliver each patient personalized treatment.
This Iodine therapy is a very targeted therapy with good efficacy among available treatment procedures for thyroid cancer. In this process Radioactive Iodine (RAI) Therapy is used to destroy thyroid cancer cells. Patients suffering from thyroid cancer, who had the thyroid gland removed (thyroidectomy) may have some cancerous tissues left. In this therapy the thyroid cells including the cancer cells absorb the iodine. So, this administered radioactive iodine specifically targets and kills the cancerous cells with minimum damage to the surrounding healthy tissues.
Post a thorough evaluation and diagnosis by team of doctors from various disciplines the Iodine Therapy is suggested. The diagnosis includes imaging studies, blood tests, and study of the medical history. Then as it is decided that Iodine therapy can be done then the treatment is conducted through various steps:
1.Preparation: Doctors share guidance on the therapy and nutritionists guide the patient on a low iodine and proper nutrition diet. Low iodine intake is required for efficacy of the radioactive iodine therapy.
2.Administration: The dose of radioactive iodine is administered through capsule or liquid form. The dose is decided post careful examination of the patient’s condition and the impact of the thyroid cancer.
3.Post-Treatment Care: Post receiving the iodine therapy dose the patient is kept under supervision and as required isolated or with minimal contact with others for few days to minimize radiation to others. The healthcare team manages the patient care with expertise.
Iodine Therapy Has Several Benefits for Thyroid Cancer Patients:
At Desun Hospital, the Cancer Department is equipped with state-of-the-art technology and facilities to deliver the highest standard of care. The team of oncologists, endocrinologists, and medical staff is dedicated to providing compassionate care throughout the treatment journey. Desun Hospital Kolkata Department of Cancer has modern facilities for cancer treatment and there are overall medical facilities in a NABH accredited superspeciality hospital setup that helps to deliver other required treatment all under one roof. Desun Hospital strongly believe in an approach of just not addressing the physical aspects of cancer treatment but also the emotional and psychological needs of our patients.
Desun Hospital has one of the most modern cancer treatment facilities in Kolkata and West Bengal. Desun department of Oncology is among the best of cancer care infrastructure with experienced oncologists, cancer specialist doctors, equipment and medical team.
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