Lung cancer is a malignant tumour that happens in the tissue of one or both lungs.Lung cancer is the most common type of thoracic cancer, making it the leading cause of cancer death among both men and women. Dr. Mahesh Patel is working to improve the prognosis of lung cancer patients through innovative diagnostics, treatment options and research.
He and his team provides multidisciplinary care including diagnosis and treatment for cancers of the lung, thymus and mesothelioma.
Symptoms
In early stages, lung cancer may not exhibit any symptoms. As the disease progresses, symptoms may include shortness of breath, persistent cough/wheezing, hoarseness, bone pain, fatigue and loss of appetite and weight. Patients who smoke, have a high-risk health history and/or have these symptoms should talk with their doctors about thoracic cancer and lung cancer screenings.
Diagnosis and Staging
Early and accurate diagnosis and staging of cancer is critical to treating the diseases effectively. Dr. Mahesh Patel uses the latest technologies to accomplish this, including Positron Emission Tomography (PET) scans and high- resolution Computed-Tomography (CT) scans.
Treatments
Thoracic cancers, particularly lung cancer, can be challenging to treat. Our team and support staff will work with you to determine what treatment protocol is best for your health. We use the most-advanced invasive and less-invasive treatment options to fight thoracic cancers. They include traditional and less-invasive surgery, Intensity-Modulated Radiation Therapy (IMRT), Stereostatic Radiation Therapy and various types of chemotherapy.