Oncology in Belgium
Skin Cancer Treatment
Skin cancer treatment refers to various methods used to remove or destroy malignant skin cells, depending on the type, size, and stage of the lesion. Common treatments include excision, Mohs surgery, cryosurgery, radiation therapy, photodynamic therapy, and topical creams. Excision involves surgically removing the cancerous tissue along with a margin of healthy skin. Mohs surgery is a more precise form of excision for complex or recurrent skin cancers, involving removing thin layers of skin until the cancer is fully eliminated. Cryosurgery utilizes freezing temperatures to destroy cells. Radiation and photodynamic therapy are non-surgical options that use radiation or light to damage cancer cells. Topical creams like imiquimod and fluorouracil promote the body's immune system response against cancerous growths.
In Belgium:
Belgium offers various treatments for skin cancer including surgery, radiotherapy, and photodynamic therapy. Surgery involves removing the cancerous growths through excision or Mohs micrographic surgery. Radiotherapy uses radiation beams to destroy cancer cells. Photodynamic therapy uses a light-sensitive drug and light to destroy cancer cells.
Additional:
Belgium has a well-developed healthcare system with numerous specialized cancer centers.
