Medical oncology
Chemotherapy
Drug therapy targeting cancer cells, given as cycles over weeks to months. Modern protocols and supportive care reduce side effects significantly.
Duration
3–6 hours per session
Stay
Day unit
What to expect
The procedure, step by step.
01
Day unit setting
02
Anti-nausea pre-medication
03
Pre-cycle blood tests
04
Cold-cap for hair preservation when appropriate
Recovery
Side-effect management between cycles, with daily phone access to the team.