Cancer Care

The word “cancer” can stir fear, anxiety, and shock. Our cancer-related articles, videos, guides, and graphics help educate you about the many kinds of cancer and what those facing these diseases can expect. Learn about symptoms, screenings, treatment options, coping methods, and more, all from the cancer care experts at UPMC.

Here, you’ll find information about:

Ways To Help Prevent Cancer.
Tips for Cancer Caregivers and Survivors.
Spotting the Signs and Symptoms of Cancer.
Types of Head and Neck Cancer.
Facts on Prevention, Treatment, and Cancer Care.
Environmental Causes of Cancer.
Radiosurgery Treatment Options.
Benefits of Robotic Surgery for Cancer.
Cervical and Ovarian Cancers.
Low Blood Platelet Count: What Does it Mean?
How Oncology Rehab Provides Relief for Cancer Patients.
Much More.

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Recovery After Gamma Knife Radiosurgery

February 28, 2016

Learn more about what to expect after Gamma Knife radiosurgery and how the procedure will affect your return to daily activities. Read More

Medically Reviewed by Neurosurgery
Categorized as: Cancer Care, Neurosurgery and Brain Health
Tagged with: gamma knife, medical mondays, neurosurgery
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Why Choose Gamma Knife Over Radiation Therapy and Surgery?

February 27, 2016

You have options in your brain condition treatment. Compare traditional surgery and radiation to Gamma Knife radiosurgery technology. Read More

Medically Reviewed by Neurosurgery
Categorized as: Cancer Care, Neurosurgery and Brain Health
Tagged with: gamma knife technology, medical mondays, radiation, radiation therapy, surgery, surgical oncology, traditional treatments, tumor
Article - 4 Minute Read

What Conditions Does Gamma Knife Radiosurgery Treat?

February 26, 2016

Gamma knife radiosurgery treats cancer, as well as brain and nerve tissue conditions. Learn more about the conditions we treat at UPMC using Gamma Knife. Read More

Medically Reviewed by Neurosurgery
Categorized as: Cancer Care, Neurosurgery and Brain Health
Tagged with: acoustic neuroma, arteriovenous malformations, cancer, essential tremor, Gamma knife radiosurgery, medical mondays, meningioma, trigeminal neuralgia, tumor
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What Is Gamma Knife Radiosurgery?

February 25, 2016

Gamma knife radiosurgery is a form of precisely targeted radiation therapy that affects only the tumor or other issue, not the surrounding tissue. Read More

Medically Reviewed by Neurosurgery
Categorized as: Cancer Care, Neurosurgery and Brain Health
Tagged with: acoustic neuroma, arteriovenous malformation, brain and skull surgery, brain disorders, Brain tumor, cancer, epilepsy, Gamma knife radiosurgery, medical mondays, MRI, neurosurgery, Parkinson's disease, pituitary tumor, radiation therapy, targeted therapy, trigeminal neuralgia
Article - 1 Minute Read

Radiosurgery Treatment Options

February 19, 2016

Stereotatic radiosurgery treatment technology treats tumors, irregular nerve bundles and malformed blood vessels. Learn about the different treatments. Read More

Medically Reviewed by Neurosurgery
Categorized as: Cancer Care, Neurosurgery and Brain Health
Tagged with: Acoustic neuromas, arteriovenous malformations, brain tumors, cyberknife, essential tremor, gamma knife technology, medical mondays, neurosurgery, Parkinson's disease, radiation, stereotactic radiosurgery, trigeminal neuralgia
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Medical Mondays: Robotic Surgery

February 15, 2016

In this edition of Medical Mondays, learn how UPMC is pioneering robotic surgery, offering less invasive procedures for many conditions. Learn More

Categorized as: Cancer Care, Living and Wellness
Tagged with: head neck cancer, innovation, medical mondays, robotic surgery
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A Quick History of Robotic Surgery

February 14, 2016

Robotic surgery is quickly becoming the standard option for many types of surgery. Find out how it went from science fiction to advanced medical care. Learn More

Categorized as: Cancer Care, Prostate Cancer
Tagged with: da vinci, davinci, laparoscopy, medical mondays, minimally invasive, robot-assisted surgery, robotic surgery, surgery
Article - 4 Minute Read

Robotic Surgery: Benefits and Risks

February 11, 2016

Learn about robotic surgery, a minimally invasive option that helps reduce pain and scarring and speed recovery after surgery. Read More

Medically Reviewed by UPMC
Categorized as: Cancer Care, Living and Wellness
Tagged with: bariatric surgery, da vinci, medical mondays, minimally invasive, robot surgery, robot-assisted surgery, robotic surgery
Article - 1 Minute Read

Are Cervical and Ovarian Cancer Treatable?

January 27, 2016

Women with cervical or ovarian cancer have many treatment options. Learn more about UPMC's approach to creating a customized treatment plan. Read More

Medically Reviewed by UPMC Hillman Cancer Center
Categorized as: Cancer Care, Gynecologic Cancer, Pregnancy and Childbirth, Women's Health
Tagged with: cancer, cancer risks, cervical cancer, disease, ovarian and cervical cancers, ovarian cancer, pap smear, radiation