Whereas the causes of stomach cancer are not clearly understood, risk factors for cancer have been studied extensively. These include faulty dietary habits like high salt intake, preserved meat, lifestyle habits like smoking, obesity, environmental factors like infection by Helicobacter pylori, Epstein Barr virus. Medical conditions like pernicious anemia, gastroesophageal reflux, gastric polyp also increase the risk of gastric cancers. Certain genetic risk factors predispose to stomach cancer increase the risk of familial gastric cancer.
Welcoming Dr Bhawna Sirohi. Dr. Bhawna Sirohi is a leading Medical Oncologist with an exemplary experience of more than 25 years. She is a renowned senior consultant across the globe who specializes in treating Breast Oncology and Gastrointestinal Cancers.
Dr. Bhawna has worked with the top Oncology Centres & Oncologists around the world. She joins as the Lead – Medical Oncologist at Apollo Proton Cancer Centre.
Dr. Smarajit Patnaik from Bhubaneswar underwent proton therapy at Apollo proton cancer centre under the guidance of Dr. Ashwathy, Radiation Oncologist, APCC. Dr Smarajit Patnaik says "Thank you for making me feel safe & comfortable and taking utmost care during COVID-19". He also appreciated the quick action taken by the doctors & the professional & warm environment in the hospital.