Medical articles from Dr Shivan Sivakumar

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20/08/2024

Medical Oncologist

The patient pathway in Biliary Tract Cancer

Biliary tract cancer, which includes cancers of the bile ducts (cholangiocarcinoma) and gallbladder, is a rare but aggressive type of cancer. The patient pathway from diagnosis to treatment involves multiple stages, each requiring specialised care and a multidisciplinary approach. In this informative article, leading senior medical oncologist Dr Shivan Sivakumar details why understanding this pathway can help patients and their families navigate the complexities of the disease and make informed decisions about their care.

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19/07/2024

Dr Shivan Sivakumar

Medical Oncologist

What is the patient pathway in pancreatic cancer?

Pancreatic cancer is a serious and often challenging condition to diagnose and treat. Understanding the patient pathway—from initial symptoms to treatment and follow-up - is crucial for patients and their families. This pathway typically involves several stages, including diagnosis, treatment planning and ongoing care. Here to provide a detailed look at this, is leading medical oncologist Dr Shivan Sivakumar.

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08/07/2024

Dr Shivan Sivakumar

Medical Oncologist

Pancreatic cancer: an expert's insight

Pancreatic cancer remains one of the most challenging cancers to diagnose and treat effectively. This malignancy's deep-seated location in the body significantly hampers early detection and diagnostic procedures. Unfortunately, by the time symptoms such as pain, weight loss, or jaundice manifest, the disease is often at an advanced stage. This delay in symptom onset is a major reason why pancreatic cancer has such a poor prognosis. In his latest online article, Dr Shivan Sivakumar gives us his insights.