Chemical therapy

According to international protocols, chemical therapy is always an integral part of the treatment of oncological diseases. The method involves the use of medications (cytostatic agents) that allow to stop or to decelerate the growth of cancer cells, to take prophylactic measures against metastasizing and recurrences of the disease, and to improve the quality of life of an oncological patient in general.

Most of all, not the only one medication, but the combination of medications with proven efficiency in the struggle with the certain type of oncological disease are used during chemical therapy.

The multidisciplinary oncological concilium takes the decision on the necessity of chemical therapy. Selection of medications is performed based on the data received on the individual course of the disease; we make the selection together with CSD HealthCare laboratory. The laboratory specialists perform the molecular characterization of tumor tissue samples, examine the genetics of every patient. After that an oncologist develops the treatment scheme for each specific patient taking into account stage and morphological shape of the tumor, predisposition and health condition.

The essence of chemotherapy. Ways and side effects

Installing ports for chemotherapy

Indications for chemical therapy

Chemical therapy is applied in the following cases:

As a separate type of treatment of oncological diseases.
After the application of other treatment methods (surgery, radiation therapy) aimed at prevention of local and systemic recurrences of the disease, as the tumor cells invisible to radiologist, pathologist and surgeon are killed in the result of this treatment. As the first stage before other types of treatment, surgery or radiation in order to reduce the dimensions of the tumor.
To broaden the impact of radiation therapy.
To diminish or ameliorate cancer symptoms: pain, bleeding, intoxication, etc.

Chemical therapy at Dobrobut oncological clinic center is performed in several ways:

Intravenously (the medication is administered in the vein via a thin tube called catheter or via a port system);
Orally (as pills or capsules).

In case of intravenous administration of medications a doctor can recommend to install a specialized device called port subcutaneously on the anterior thoracic wall. The device can safely remain in place for a long period of time without traumatizing the veins. The doctor will give the explanation on how to take care of it if necessary.

Chemotherapy room

Patient Support Service

How chemical therapy is performed

Possible side effects

Medications applied for the treatment of oncological diseases often have an influence not only on the diseased but also on the healthy cells. It can provoke various side effects, such as weakness, nausea, vomiting, loss of productivity, loss of hair, loss of memory and concentration, depression. Side effects of chemotherapeutic agents mean the individual reaction of the body, and it is different for every patient. All the unpleasant symptoms are temporary.

If chemical therapy is included in your treatment plan, your oncologist will give you explanations on the techniques of its administration and possible side effects. Our team of oncologists will certainly correct the treatment reducing the dosage or replacing the medication to preserve the quality of patient's life during the treatment.

It is possible to undergo chemical therapy at Dobrobut oncological center with the assistance of qualified medical staff in the day patient department. We have a comfortable room with all the necessary equipment: comfortable isolated armchairs and constant monitoring by medical staff. Besides, Dobrobut oncological clinic center has the patient support service that provides aid and support for a patient that stays at home, notes the patient's health condition and also develops the schedule of planned check-ups by the specialist after the treatment.