Treatments

Chemotherapy

Targeted Treatment:
- Dr. Karthikeyan Selvaraj offers chemotherapy, employing potent medications to eradicate cancer cells or hinder their proliferation.
- Administration methods include oral intake, intravenous infusion, or injections, strategically targeting cancerous cells dispersed throughout the body.
Side Effects Management:
- Patients undergoing chemotherapy under Dr. Karthikeyan Selvaraj’s care receive comprehensive management for associated side effects like nausea, hair loss, fatigue, and diminished blood cell counts.
- Collaborating closely with medical teams, personalized strategies are implemented to alleviate discomfort and enhance the patient’s well-being throughout the treatment process.
Customized Approaches:
- Dr. Karthikeyan Selvaraj tailors chemotherapy regimens to suit individual needs, considering factors such as cancer type, stage, and the patient’s overall health profile.
- By customizing treatment plans, the effectiveness of chemotherapy is optimized while minimizing adverse reactions, ultimately leading to superior outcomes for patients.

Targeted Therapy

Precision Approach:
- Dr. Karthikeyan Selvaraj provides targeted therapy, utilizing drugs or substances that selectively identify and attack cancer cells while preserving healthy tissues.
- This precision method reduces the severity of side effects in comparison to conventional chemotherapy, as it minimizes damage to normal cells.
Molecular Targets:
- Targeted therapy offered by Dr. Karthikeyan Selvaraj focuses on disrupting specific molecules or pathways crucial for cancer growth and survival.
- By targeting molecular abnormalities like mutated proteins or overactive signaling pathways, these therapies can effectively impede cancer progression or induce cancer cell death.
Personalized Approach:
- Dr. Karthikeyan Selvaraj employs personalized medicine techniques, tailoring targeted therapy regimens to the individual genetic makeup and molecular characteristics of each patient’s cancer.
- Through advanced diagnostic methods such as genomic testing, the most suitable targeted therapy options are identified, leading to enhanced treatment outcomes and potentially reduced side effects for patients.

Immunotherapy

Immunotherapy Expertise:
- Dr. Karthikeyan Selvaraj specializes in immunotherapy, leveraging the body’s own immune system to combat cancer.
- Through stimulating or enhancing immune responses, this innovative approach offers a unique avenue for cancer treatment under Dr. Selvaraj’s guidance.
Diverse Treatment Modalities:
- Immunotherapy treatments provided by Dr. Karthikeyan Selvaraj encompass various modalities, including immune checkpoint inhibitors, monoclonal antibodies, adoptive cell transfer, and cancer vaccines.
- These diverse approaches target different facets of the immune response, effectively battling cancer cells with tailored precision.
Broad Applicability and Hope:
- Dr. Karthikeyan Selvaraj’s expertise in immunotherapy extends to treating a wide array of cancers, including melanoma, lung cancer, bladder cancer, as well as certain types of lymphoma and leukemia.
- Offering new hope, immunotherapy can be administered as a standalone treatment or combined with other therapies, providing promising outcomes for patients with advanced or previously challenging-to-treat cancers.

Teletherapy

Teletherapy Treatment:
- Dr. Karthikeyan Selvaraj facilitates teletherapy, granting individuals easy services from the convenience of their homes.
Flexible Scheduling and Location:
- Teletherapy offered by Dr. Karthikeyan Selvaraj removes geographical and transportation barriers, ensuring health care is accessible to individuals in remote areas or those with limited mobility.
- With flexible scheduling options, patients can arrange treatment sessions at their preferred times, promoting convenience and consistency in receiving essential care.
Privacy and Confidentiality Assurance:
- Dr. Karthikeyan Selvaraj’s teletherapy services prioritize privacy and confidentiality, employing secure communication technologies and adhering to stringent privacy regulations.

Lumbar Puncture

Lumbar Puncture Expertise:
- Dr. Karthikeyan Selvaraj specializes in lumbar puncture, a vital diagnostic procedure for collecting cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) from the lower back.
- This clear fluid, surrounding the brain and spinal cord, provides valuable insights into various neurological conditions, including meningitis, multiple sclerosis, and certain central nervous system cancers.
Procedure Overview:
- Under Dr. Karthikeyan Selvaraj’s care, lumbar puncture involves the insertion of a thin needle between the lower back vertebrae to access the spinal canal and collect a small CSF sample for analysis.
- Administered under local anesthesia, patients may experience minor discomfort or pressure during the procedure, which is conducted with meticulous attention to patient comfort and safety.
Risks and Considerations:
- While generally safe, lumbar puncture entails potential risks and side effects such as headache, back pain, bleeding, infection, or nerve injury.
- Dr. Karthikeyan Selvaraj and the healthcare team prioritize patient safety by taking appropriate precautions and addressing any concerns or medical conditions patients may have before proceeding with the procedure.

Intrathecal therapy

Expert Intrathecal Therapy:
- Dr. Karthikeyan Selvaraj specializes in intrathecal therapy, which involves delivering medication directly into the spinal canal through a small catheter or implanted device near the spinal cord.
- This precise method ensures targeted delivery of medication to the central nervous system, bypassing the blood-brain barrier and achieving higher concentrations of medication at the affected area.
Management of Chronic Pain and Spasticity:
- Dr. Karthikeyan Selvaraj offers intrathecal therapy as an effective treatment for chronic pain conditions, including cancer-related pain or neuropathic pain, that do not respond to other treatments.
- Additionally, intrathecal therapy is beneficial in alleviating severe spasticity associated with conditions like multiple sclerosis or cerebral palsy, significantly enhancing patients’ quality of life.
Personalized Treatment Plans:
- Intrathecal therapy provided by Dr. Karthikeyan Selvaraj allows for customized treatment plans tailored to each patient’s unique needs.
- Our team closely monitors and adjusts medication dosages and delivery rates to optimize pain relief while minimizing side effects, ensuring patients receive ongoing support and necessary adjustments to their intrathecal therapy regimen.

Bone Marrow Aspirations

Expert Bone Marrow Aspiration:
- Dr. Karthikeyan Selvaraj specializes in bone marrow aspiration, a minimally invasive procedure used for diagnostic purposes.
- This procedure involves obtaining a bone marrow sample from the hip bone or sternum to analyze blood cell production and diagnose hematological disorders such as leukemia, lymphoma, and anemia.
Procedure Overview:
- Under Dr. Karthikeyan Selvaraj’s care, bone marrow aspiration entails using a specialized needle to withdraw a small amount of liquid bone marrow from the bone cavity.
- Typically performed under local anesthesia to minimize discomfort, patients may experience slight pressure or mild discomfort at the biopsy site. The collected sample is then sent to a laboratory for analysis.
Clinical Utility and Treatment Planning:
- Bone marrow aspiration, offered by Dr. Karthikeyan Selvaraj, is vital for diagnosing and staging hematologic malignancies and other bone marrow disorders.
- Results from the biopsy aid healthcare providers in determining the appropriate treatment course, which may include chemotherapy, radiation therapy, or stem cell transplantation. Moreover, bone marrow aspirations may be conducted during treatment to monitor disease progression and therapy response, guiding adjustments to the treatment plan as necessary.

Biopsy

Expert Biopsy Procedures:
- Dr. Karthikeyan Selvaraj specializes in performing biopsies, a crucial medical procedure for obtaining tissue samples from the body for microscopic examination.
- These samples aid in diagnosing or ruling out various conditions, including cancer, infections, and inflammatory diseases, by analyzing tissue structure, composition, and cellular characteristics.
Diverse Biopsy Techniques:
- Biopsies offered by Dr. Karthikeyan Selvaraj encompass different methods tailored to the location of the tissue being sampled.
- Common techniques include needle biopsies, surgical biopsies, and endoscopic biopsies, each serving to extract tissue from various bodily regions for diagnostic purposes.
Diagnostic Precision and Treatment Guidance:
- Biopsies provided by Dr. Karthikeyan Selvaraj are indispensable for accurate diagnosis and treatment planning across numerous medical scenarios.
- Results from biopsies confirm cancer presence, identify specific types and stages of cancer, guide treatment decisions, and assess therapy effectiveness. Early detection facilitated by biopsy leads to timely intervention, ultimately improving patient outcomes.