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Overview
Head and neck cancer are the most common malignancies worldwide. With 77,000 cases diagnosed per year, Head and neck cancers are the most common cancer in Indian population. Smoking, Tobacco and alcohol are the major causative factors for head and neck cancer worldwide but smokeless tobacco, betel nut and pan are etiological agents for Indian population.
Buccal Mucosa Cancer
Mandible reconstructed with free fistula taken from lower limb. Fistula is a small bone below knee which support the tibula and has got its own blood supply. It is harvested alongwith its blood supply and mandible is reconstructed. Tooth can be implanted over it after 6 or 12 months depending on radiotherapy.
Tongue
Tongue is second most common after Buccal Mucosa. Only removing half of tongue without plastic reconstruction will lead to speech impairment. Dr. Amit focuses on Tongue reconstruction using free radical forearm flap from non dominant hand. It helps in better speech, swallowing after the surgery.
Larynx Cancer
Larynx Cancer is seen in Mucosa Smokers, alcoholics. Dr. Amit is one of the leading and surgeon of India performing near Total Laryngectomy in which half of Larynx is removed and other half is preserved so that patient can phonate with his vocal cord. At times when complete Larynx is removed them Tracheo-oerophageal Prosthesis (TBP) can be used for voice rehabilitation.
Maxilla
Maxilla is the 4th most common cancer. Subtotal, Total Maxillectomy with Free Radical Forearm Flap, Free Fistula Flap is his expertise.
Thyroid Cancer
Thyroid Cancer are most commonly seen in young females with good prognosis. Hemi thyroidectomy or Total Thyroidectomy preserving Parathyroid glands is his expertise.
Part Cricoid
Though Refinative Chemo-radiation is the treatment of choice but residual disease remains for which salvage surgery in the form of Total Pharyngo Laryngoverophagectomy. With Tracheo- oerophageal prosthesis (TCP) is required.
About Doctor
Dr. Supriya Puranik
Gynaecologist & IVF Specialist
Dr. Supriya Puranik is a leading gynaecologist, high risk obstetrician and Head of IVF & Gynaecology department at Sahyadri Super Specialty Hospital. From a 52-year-old woman who had given up on becoming a mother to a 32-year-old woman with 18 failed IUI and IVF treatments,
Patient Reviews
Patient Reviews & Feedback
3563+ Happy Patients
- Vandana Sharma
- 40+
Patient Age
Best Cancer Surgeon. Dr Amit Chakraborty is a very kind, supportive and skillful Cancer Surgeon. He has treated and cured numerous complicated Throat, Neck and Mouth cancer cases successfully.
- Pranit Patil
- 50+
Patient Age
A special thanks to Dr Amit Chakraborty, Amit Cancer Care, one of the finest Oncosurgeons in India and such a delightful personality! I simply cannot thank him much for his relentless efforts in treating my father. He has a magic in his words while explaining things calmly. He is the one who boosted confidence in the 1st visit itself and everything sounded so easy after in his presence. All the best Dr.Amit for your future endeavors!
Blogs & Videos
Blogs
Oral Cancer Survival Rate by Age
Cancer is one of the leading health concerns among patients today, and oral cancer is no different.
Early Stage Mouth Cancer
When it comes to oral cancer, early diagnosis is key to fighting the battle. While most cases of mouth/cheek cancer are found in the later stages.
Is oral cancer deadly?
Oral cancer is one of the most devastating, yet stealthy diseases that can be detected early if a patient is cautious about the same.
Videos
Side Effects of Oral Cancer Treatment
Can mouth cancer get cured on its own? Does mouth cancer need any treatment? In this article, Dr. Amit Chakraborty will guide us in-depth about this topic.
Is Every Ulcer in The Mouth is Cancerous?
There are certain symptoms, we need to observe to detect any abnormalities. Read or watch to know how.
Can Mouth Cancer Get Cured on Its Own?
Can mouth cancer get cured on its own? Does mouth cancer need any treatment? In this video, Dr. Amit Chakraborty (M.S. Gen. Surgery, M.Ch. Oncosurgery) will guide us in-depth about this topic.
