Stomach Cancer

Stomach Cancer

A stomach cancer develops from the cells that form the innermost lining of the stomach (the mucosa).

There are certain factors increasing the risk of having stomach cancer which are genetic factors, smoking, eating too much salty and smoked foods.

What are the symptoms of stomach cancer?

The most common symptoms of stomach cancer may include:

• Severe stomach pain
• Weight loss
• Lack of appetite
• Continuous vomiting
• Discomfort feeling after the meals

If you experienced symptoms of stomach cancer you are advised to see a doctor. 

How is Stomach Cancer Diagnosed? 

Early diagnosis plays an important role in the treatment of stomach cancer. Diagnostic tests for stomach cancer may include:

• CT scan
• Endoscopy
• Biopsy
• Blood tests of tumor markers

What are the treatment options for stomach cancer?

There are different options for stomach cancer treatment. Before deciding the best treatment option for you, your condition should be evaluated by your doctor.

Surgical treatment, chemotherapy and radiotherapy are the most common treatment options of stomach cancer and also combined treatments may be considered.

Regarding to the stage of the cancer, the tumor, a part of stomach or the total stomach may remove in the surgery. Also before the surgery, chemotherapy or radiotherapy could be advised and the goal of these treatments are lessen the cancer cells.

After the surgery chemotherapy and/or radiotherapy may be given to decrease the risk of cancer recurrence. Besides, if it is a  progressive cancer and it is already spread out these treatments given to damage the cancer cells which are located different parts of the body.

Why choose Turkey for stomach cancer treatment?

• International accreditation: Our partner hospitals for stomach cancer treatment in Turkey are certified by independent international organizations such as JCI (Joint Commission International) or ISO (International Organization for Standardization) and they are all university hospitals.
• Latest technology: Latest technologies are applied in our contracted hospitals to achieve the great results.
• Fast treatment arrangement: Since stomach cancer treatment requires urgency, we suggest you to start your treatment as soon as possible.
• Our partner hospitals has cooperation with top American cancer centers.
• Low prices: In Turkey, we provide affordable and high-quality healthcare for stomach cancer. Stomach cancer treatment cost in Turkey is 2 to 3 times lower than in Europe.
• Outpatient treatment: During chemotherapy treatment you will be in the hospital and the process may take at most 6-8 hours. Usually there is a specific timeline between chemotherapy sessions, your treatment could be in every 15 or 21 days. During these sessions you are always welcome in our hotel or you can choose to return your country.