Medical disclaimer

This website gives general information about cancer, cancer surgery and the practice of Dr Prabhat Yaji, Surgical Oncologist, Bengaluru. It is written for patients and families who want to understand their options.

Not medical advice

Nothing on this website is medical advice for your situation. Every patient’s diagnosis, stage and health are different, and treatment decisions can only be made after a proper consultation, examination and review of your reports by a qualified doctor.

Every patient is different

Descriptions of tests, operations and treatments explain what they are and when they may be used. Results differ from patient to patient, so the possible benefits, limits and risks of each option are discussed with every patient in person.

Messages and WhatsApp

A message sent through WhatsApp or any other channel does not create a doctor and patient relationship. Replies to general queries are for information only. Please do not use messages for urgent problems.

Emergencies

In a medical emergency, call 112 or go to the nearest hospital emergency department straight away.

External links

Some pages link to outside sources such as the World Health Organization and the National Cancer Institute for further reading. These sites are not controlled by this practice.