Department of Surgical Oncology
Surgical Oncology
The Department of Surgical Oncology at Unicorpus Health Foundation provides ethical, evidence-based, and affordable surgical care for individuals diagnosed with cancer. Our services encompass the diagnosis, staging, and surgical management of solid tumours across various organ systems. Every patient receives care within a multidisciplinary framework, ensuring alignment between surgical, medical, and radiation oncology for optimal outcomes.
Conditions We Treat & Surgical Procedures
Our Department of Surgical Oncology offers a comprehensive range of surgical interventions for various cancers, delivered with precision, dignity, and compassion. We strive to combine clinical excellence with affordability, ensuring each patient receives tailored, evidence-based care in a supportive environment.
Breast Oncology
- Lumpectomy (Wide Local Excision):
Surgical resection of the tumour along with a margin of normal tissue, maintaining breast integrity.
- Breast Conservation Surgery (BCS):
Oncologically safe techniques to excise cancer while maintaining breast form and function.
- Modified Radical Mastectomy (MRM):
Complete removal of breast tissue along with axillary lymph nodes, commonly performed in advanced disease.
- Breast Reconstruction (Immediate or Delayed):
Reconstructive procedures following mastectomy, using either implants or autologous tissue.
- Chemoport Insertion:
Placement of a subcutaneous port system to facilitate long-term chemotherapy administration.
Head & Neck Oncology
- Wide Local Excision:
Removal of tumours in the oral cavity or upper aerodigestive tract with oncological margins.
- Modified Radical Neck Dissection (MRND):
Clearance of cervical lymph nodes, tailored to disease extent and pattern of spread.
- Composite Resection with Flap Reconstruction:
Extensive tumour resection involving multiple structures, followed by reconstructive surgery for function and aesthetics.
- Thyroidectomy (Total / Hemithyroidectomy):
Performed for differentiated and undifferentiated thyroid cancers with nerve and parathyroid preservation.
- Parotidectomy:
Excision of benign or malignant salivary gland tumours, with careful facial nerve dissection.
Gastrointestinal Oncology
- Gastrectomy (Distal / Total):
Removal of the cancerous portion or entirety of the stomach, followed by surgical reconstruction of the upper gastrointestinal system.
- Colectomy (Right / Left / Extended):
Excision of the affected portion of the colon accompanied by lymph node dissection, conducted using either open or laparoscopic methods.
- Rectal Cancer Surgery (Anterior Resection / APR):
Low anterior resection (with sphincter preservation) or abdominoperineal resection with permanent colostomy, depending on tumour location.
Gynaecological Oncology
- Surgery for Ovarian and Uterine Cancers:
Involves tumour removal, often with lymphadenectomy and peritoneal sampling for staging.
- Staging Laparotomy:
Abdominal procedure to assess the extent of gynaecological malignancy and guide further treatment.
- Radical Hysterectomy:
Removal of the uterus, cervix, parametrium, and upper vagina in early-stage cervical cancer.
- Vulvectomy (Partial / Radical):
Surgical excision of vulvar tumours, with or without groin lymph node clearance.
Bone & Soft Tissue Oncology
- Bone Tumour Resection:
Oncologically sound resection of bone lesions, ensuring complete disease clearance and structural integrity.
- Bone Grafting/Reconstruction:
Structural restoration using autografts, allografts, or prosthetic implants following tumour removal.
- Limb Salvage Surgery:
Surgery aimed at excising bone or soft tissue tumours while preserving limb function and appearance.
- Soft Tissue Sarcoma Excision:
Wide excision of soft tissue tumours with preservation of neurovascular structures where feasible.
Urological Oncology
- Partial / Radical Nephrectomy:
The choice of surgical approach in renal malignancies is guided by tumour dimensions and position.
- Bladder Tumour Excision:
Endoscopic or open surgical removal of superficial or invasive bladder cancers.
- Orchiectomy for Testicular Cancer:
Surgical excision of the diseased testis is performed, often accompanied by post-operative imaging and possible adjuvant chemotherapy.
- Penectomy (Partial / Total):
Surgical management of penile cancer, with reconstructive planning as required.
- Inguinal (Groin) Lymph Node Dissection:
Staging or therapeutic procedure for malignancies with regional lymphatic spread, such as penile or vulval cancer.
Surgeries & Procedures
Mastectomy / Breast-Conserving Surgery
Neck Dissection and Tumour Excision
Thyroidectomy
Lung Resections
Oesophagectomy / Gastrectomy
Colectomy / Proctocolectomy
Pancreaticoduodenectomy (Whipple’s)
Hysterectomy/Oophorectomy for Cancer
Our Doctors
We provide early diagnosis and management of congenital and acquired heart conditions in infants, children, and adolescents. Services include outpatient consultations, non-invasive cardiac imaging, and coordinated referrals for interventional or surgical care when required.
DR.VIVIAN ANANDITH PAUL
Technology & Facilities
Laminar Airflow Modular Theatres
Advanced Surgical Instruments
Intraoperative Frozen Section Services
High-Resolution Imaging
Dedicated ICU and Oncology Recovery Suites
Why Choose Unicorpus for Surgical Oncology?
- ZMultidisciplinary Cancer Board Reviews Each case is reviewed for best outcomes using a combined approach of surgery, radiation, and chemotherapy.
- ZExperienced Oncosurgeons Trained in advanced techniques with a focus on functional recovery and reduced recurrence.
- ZFocus on Ethics and Access Patients receive clear explanations of procedures, costs, and options—ensuring informed decisions.
- ZContinuum of Cancer Care From diagnosis and surgery to follow-up and survivorship care, patients remain under coordinated monitoring.
FAQ's
1. Is cancer surgery always necessary?
Not in every case. Surgery is considered when it offers curative or significant symptomatic benefit and is evaluated alongside other treatment modalities.