Colon cancer also known as colorectal cancer, is a type of cancer that develops in the tissues of the colon or rectum, which are parts of the digestive system. The colon is the first and longest part of the large intestine, responsible for absorbing water and nutrients, and converting waste into stool. The rectum is … Continue reading Colon Cancer Treatment & Management
KUTRRH has been conducting a research on esophageal cancer in conjunction with Manchester University. The project began in 2022 following funding from the National Institute of Health Research (NIHR). The research studies oesophageal cancer, establishing the cancer spread in the country, its causes, and the best treatment for best outcomes. The areas of focus for … Continue reading Esophageal Cancer
Cervical Cancer Treatment Cervical cancer is a type of cancer that forms in the tissues of the cervix. It’s one of the most preventable and treatable forms of cancer if it’s detected early and managed effectively. Cervical cancer treatment services in Kenya are available at KUTRRH The human papillomavirus, or HPV, is a common sexually … Continue reading Cervical cancer
The 5th SNOSSA Conference Kenya was held from 19th to 22nd July 2023 at the Radisson Blue Hotel in Upper hill. The theme of the conference was “OPTIMIZING NEURO- ONCOLOGY OUTCOMES IN SUB- SAHARAN.” It was a significant event that brought together leading neuro-oncologists, researchers, healthcare professionals and policymakers from Kenya and around the world. … Continue reading The Society for Neuro- Oncology in Sub- Saharan Africa (SNOSSA) holds 2023 Conference
How does radiation therapy work?
Special machines send high energy x-rays or particles to the cancer cells. This damages the genetic material within the cells so they can no longer grow and spread. Once this happens, the cancer cells die and the body naturally removes them. Normal cells can also be affected by radiation, but they are able to repair themselves in a way that cancer cells cannot.