Liver Cancer Treatment in Harlem, NY
Each year an estimated 42,230 adults (29,890 men and 12,340 women) in the United States will be diagnosed with primary liver cancer.
Additionally, 33,000 adults in the U.S. are estimated to receive a diagnosis of secondary liver cancer due to colorectal cancer metastases. If you have received a diagnosis or want to get checked, USA Oncology Centers in Harlem, NY is there for you every step of the way.
Discomfort in the upper abdomen, jaundice (yellowing of the skin or eyes), and a hard lump on the right side just below the rib cage are just a few of the common symptoms associated with primary liver cancer. Early detection is important, so if you have any one of these symptoms, talk to your doctor.
Thankfully, you can easily get screened and treated for primary liver cancer and prevent it from worsening with our leading-edge, non-surgical treatments.
If you have been diagnosed with secondary liver cancer due to colorectal cancer metastases, our oncology centers offer numerous state-of-the-art treatments, including Y-90 Selective Internal Radiation Therapy (SIRT) as well as Transarterial Chemoembolization or TACE in Harlem, New York.
Additionally, we can provide Venous Access devices, including Venous Ports and Tunneled venous catheters, for the administration of fluids, medication, and other therapies into the bloodstream.
Innovative Cancer Treatments in Harlem, NY
At our state-of-the-art facility in Harlem, we focus on keeping you comfortable throughout the process. Unlike a typical hospital setting with thousands of people going in and out with various diseases, our outpatient facilities are quiet and clean giving solace to patients with immunodeficiencies. During this uncertain time, outpatient care is a safe alternative to busy hospitals.
Our patients always come first – whether it be listening to your concerns or decoding confusing medical lingo. USA Oncology Centers is comprised of an exceptional team of specialists ready to assist you in any way possible. We use advanced ablation and embolization technology, which helps our interventional radiologists target the tumor(s) as precisely as possible while avoiding surgery.
After your initial diagnosis, your specialist at USA Oncology Centers will discuss your treatment options and make sure you are confident in your choice. We provide minimally-invasive treatments in our office. Best of all, each office-based procedure is quick and allows you to return and recover in the comfort of your own home.
We provide the following non-surgical procedures at our 262 W. 145th St oncology center:
- Selective Internal Radiation Therapy (SIRT) – Also known as radioembolization.
- Transarterial Chemoembolization or TACE
- Comprehensive Treatment Management
- Tunneled Venous Catheters
- Ports for Chemotherapy
At USA Oncology Centers, we help patients achieve positive, long-lasting results that help them live a healthier life. We aim to provide newer precision-based cancer procedures in an outpatient setting to make the treatment process for liver cancer as stress-free as possible.
What Are the Benefits of Interventional Oncology Treatment in Harlem, New York?
Interventional oncology is a specialty field of interventional radiologists that deals with the diagnosis and treatment of cancer using targeted minimally invasive procedures performed under image guidance. Your liver cancer care is customized to fit your specific dosage needs, whether you are a candidate for Y-90 SIRT, TACE, or Comprehensive Treatment Management.
Y-90 SIRT
A major benefit of Y-90 SIRT is that, depending on your unique situation, Y-90 SIRT targets liver tumors directly with high doses of radiation to the tumor while sparing healthy tissue and reducing injury to the liver. At USA Oncology Centers, we adhere to your schedule; therefore, your Y-90 SIRT treatment can be completed between cycles of chemotherapy thus minimizing any treatment disruption.
Another major benefit is that Y-90 SIRT is used to treat liver tumors that are not able to be removed with surgery. Tumors that have spread to the liver can be targeted precisely and effectively with Y-90 SIRT.
In addition, Y-90 SIRT is tolerated very well by patients with the vast majority of side effects considered to be mild. Clinical trials have shown that Y-90 SIRT significantly extends a patient’s overall survival and improves their quality of life.
TACE
Transarterial Chemoembolization (TACE) is a minimally invasive, image-guided treatment for liver cancer. If you are a candidate for this treatment, you can receive local chemotherapy with an embolization procedure.
An added benefit of TACE is that it attacks the cancer in two ways. First, it delivers a high concentration of chemotherapy directly into the tumor, and it does so without exposing the entire body to the effects of those drugs. Second, the procedure cuts off blood supply to the tumor, which traps the anti-cancer drugs at the site and deprives the tumor of the oxygen and nutrients it needs to grow.
In addition, the benefits of a TACE treatment typically last for an average of 10 to 14 months, depending on the type of tumor. The TACE treatment can be repeated if the cancer starts to grow again. Other types of therapy may also be combined with TACE if recommended by your oncologist.
COMPREHENSIVE TREATMENT MANAGEMENT
USA Oncology Centers recognizes that cancer treatment is complex. When someone is diagnosed with cancer, or learns that the cancer has spread, it can be overwhelming. At USA Oncology Centers, we treat the whole person: mind, body, and spirit. We are committed to our patients knowing their treatment options and being a partner with us in making decisions and planning your care.
The Comprehensive Treatment Management approach blends therapeutic changes in lifestyle habits and daily diet, specific physical exercises, and physical therapies coupled with psychophysical techniques. We focus on living well with cancer and offering treatments that offer promise and a better quality of life.
We offer non-surgical ablation therapy for liver, kidney, and lung cancer. These procedures are typically performed under ultrasound, MRI, or computed tomography (CT) guidance to accurately insert a needle through the skin in order to burn or freeze the tumor. The sophistication of the imaging equipment used for guidance allows for precise targeting of the tumor. As with the intraarterial therapies, the healthy tissue is left untouched, minimizing or even eliminating any toxic side effects.
Looking for an Interventional Oncology Radiologist in Harlem, NY?
Whether you are at an increased risk for colorectal liver metastasis or just want to get screened for peace of mind, our highly-rated Harlem interventional radiology oncologists are ready to provide the expert medical care you need.
Our Interventional Oncology Radiologists in Harlem
Our specialists are trained to utilize the most innovative, non-surgical liver cancer treatments in the industry. They can precisely target tumors in an outpatient setting, so patients don’t have to worry about an expensive hospital stay.
How to Get to our Harlem Oncology Center
Our Harlem center is easy to find, located at 262 W. 145th St, New York, New York. Having trouble locating us? Give us a call at 347.428.0887 and our helpful agents can assist you.
Nearby Cities We Serve:
- Queens Village
- Ozone Park
- Corona
- Pomonok
- Fresh Meadows
Schedule an Initial Oncology Consultation in Harlem
With increased screening, early diagnosis, and innovative treatment options, liver cancer survivors in the U.S. continue to grow each year.
Trust the highly-rated interventional oncology radiologists at our center in Harlem, NY to help you start your journey to a healthier life. What are you waiting for? Easily schedule an appointment anytime by calling us at 347.428.0887 or by using our convenient, online form.