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Ultrasound is a common diagnostic imaging technique used to detect a wide range of diseases, including cancer. So, can an ultrasound detect stomach cancer?

What is the life expectancy for patients with esophageal cancer?

Esophageal cancer is a malignant disease with a high risk of death because it is often diagnosed at later stages. However, if detected early, the 5-year survival rate is greatly improved. If you wonder how long a patient with esophageal cancer can live, please read the information below.

Symptoms of bone cancer in the knee

Knee bone cancer is a condition of abnormal, uncontrolled proliferation of bone cells in the knee area. Although rare, bone cancer often progresses silently, causing the disease to be detected at a late stage.

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Evaluation of the impact of bladder volume changes on setting errors in patients undergoing radiotherapy for pelvic cancer at Vinmec Times City International General Hospital

A total of 7 patients with pelvic cancer (low rectal cancer, cervical cancer, ovarian cancer) were assigned to postoperative radiotherapy at Vinmec Times City General Hospital from January 2018 to July 2019.

Overcoming Challenges to Save a Patient with Complex Esophageal Cancer

A patient with late-stage esophageal cancer in a precarious location and suffering from tracheal stenosis was successfully treated at Vinmec Hospital through a combination of coordinated, optimized treatments and advanced equipment.

A Fairy Tale in Real Life: A Female 'Warrior' Overcomes Bone Cancer and Welcomes Her First Baby at Vinmec

Six years ago, when holding the diagnosis of bone cancer in her hands, Lê Thị Hòa (29 years old) felt as though all the doors in her life had closed. The long days of enduring nine rounds of chemotherapy, three major surgeries, and excruciating pain once made her consider giving up on her dream of having a small family and becoming a mother.

Breast cancer detected only due to nipple discharge

The final results determined that the patient had ductal carcinoma in situ - a type of breast cancer that is still localized within the duct.

Facing danger due to incomplete removal cancer surgery: The battle to regain hope at the breast center

Facing danger due to missed cancer surgery: The battle to regain hope at the breast center.

Spectacular journey: Resection of a 5cm giant breast tumor through a 3mm incision

What is a hemorrhagic ovarian cyst?

Although hemorrhagic ovarian cysts are not dangerous, in some cases, the disease can cause complications that affect women's health. Women should proactively have regular gynecological check-ups to detect ovarian cysts early and prevent hemorrhagic complications from occurring.

Fruits beneficial for cancer patients

Fruits are a type of food that provides many essential nutrients for the body. Certain fruits, such as oranges, tangerines, pineapples, and pears, can help prevent various types of cancer and enhance the body's resistance against diseases. For individuals undergoing cancer treatment, it is important to make informed choices about the types of fruits that are suitable for their condition in order to optimally support their treatment.

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