Tumor Removal Surgery in West Bengal

How do I know if my tumor is benign or malignant?

A biopsy, along with imaging, is typically done before or during surgery to determine whether a tumor is cancerous, which guides how extensive the surgery needs to be.

Will I need additional treatment after surgery?

For malignant tumors, chemotherapy, radiation, or targeted therapy may be recommended after surgery depending on the cancer type and stage — your oncology team will guide this.

How much tissue is removed along with the tumor?

For cancerous tumors, a margin of healthy tissue around the tumor is usually removed to reduce the chance of leaving cancer cells behind; benign tumors often just need the tumor itself removed.

What's the recovery time?

Recovery varies widely based on tumor size and location, ranging from a couple of weeks for smaller, accessible tumors to a couple of months for more extensive surgeries.

Can the tumor come back after removal?

Benign tumors rarely recur if fully removed, while cancerous tumors carry some risk of recurrence depending on type and stage, which is why regular follow-up is important.