Oncology blog

The latest medical news, expert views on key health issues, as well as advice on disease prevention and management.

Oncology

University Hospital Cologne shares expertise in testicular cancer treatment

Marina Virko schedule 7,5 minutes
University Hospital Cologne shares expertise in testicular cancer treatment

Malignant tumors of the testes are rare, so finding a genuine specialist is not easy. Germany’s leading urology facility provides effective guidelines for diagnosis and treatment.

Oncology

Does Asymptomatic Thyroid Cancer Really Need Surgery?

Marina Virko schedule 2 minutes
Does Asymptomatic Thyroid Cancer Really Need Surgery?

Diagnostic tools are becoming so precise that one can see even the tiniest tumors that are not associated with any complaints at present, and are not to be associated with them in the future. However, treatment including surgery is increasingly becoming the option in such cases all over the world. Isn’t it worthwhile asking if it really makes sense?

Oncology

A Second Opinion Improves Every 5th Testicular Cancer Therapy Plan

Marina Virko schedule 2 minutes
A Second Opinion Improves Every 5th Testicular Cancer Therapy Plan

For over a decade, German patients with cancer of the testes have been entitled to a free online second opinion procedure. Physicians can get a second opinion from the expert of their choice within one or two days.

Oncology

Stage IV lung cancer (carcinoma)

Marina Virko schedule 15 minutes
Stage IV lung cancer (carcinoma)

Even with stage IV lung cancer, there are ways to improve a patient’s general condition and quality of life, as well as increase life expectancy.

Oncology

Small cell lung cancer

Marina Virko schedule 7 minutes
Small cell lung cancer

This article analyzes risk factors, causes, and treatment peculiarities of different types of small cell lung cancer.

Oncology

SECOND OPINION IN ONCOLOGY

Marina Virko schedule 5 minutes
SECOND OPINION IN ONCOLOGY

Second opinion in oncological diseases: when is it necessary, how to get it, what should be done after the consultation?

Oncology

A Second Opinion from Expert Center is Crucial for Liver Mts Surgery

Marina Virko schedule 2 minutes
A Second Opinion from Expert Center is Crucial for Liver Mts Surgery

A German tumor center says patients with liver metastases of colon cancer should promptly seek a second opinion from a major center of expertise.

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