Advanced Stomach Cancer Diagnosis - Reliable Testing & Results

Stomach Cancer Diagnosis - Advanced Screening & Testing Care

It can be alarming to receive a stomach cancer diagnosis. Understanding the details of your report empowers you to make informed treatment choices. Since, selecting an appropriate treatment leads to better outcomes and improved quality of life. Key components include:

• •Tumor type
  The majority of stomach cancers are adenocarcinomas originating from gastric glands.
• •Grade
  Indicates how aggressive cancer cells appear under the microscope; high-grade tumors tend to grow faster and spread sooner.
• •Stage
  Describes how much the cancer has spread within the stomach wall, nearby lymph nodes, or to distant organs (metastasis).
• •Biomarkers
  HER2 status, mismatch repair proteins, and MSI testing guide targeted therapies and immunotherapy eligibility.

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Our Stomach Cancer Diagnosis Process

Initial Clinical Evaluation

Diagnosis begins with a thorough medical history and physical examination, including abdominal and lymph node assessment.

Imaging Tests

• •Gastroscopy (endoscopy)
  Visualization and biopsy of suspicious lesions.
• •CT scan and CT enterography
  Review tumor size, local spread, and distant metastases.
• •Endoscopic ultrasound (EUS)
  Assesses tumor depth and regional lymph nodes.
• •PET-CT scan
  Used selectively to detect metastases in advanced or recurrent disease.

Biopsy Procedures

Biopsy of gastric lesions establishes the diagnosis; tissues are examined histologically to determine tumor type, grade, and biomarkers.

Genetic and Molecular Testing

HER2, MSI, and other markers guide personalized therapy. Genetic counseling is provided for hereditary syndromes.

Diagnostic Methods We Use

• •Endoscopy with biopsy
  (diagnostic gold standard).
• •CT and PET scans
  for staging and metastasis detection.
• •Endoscopic ultrasound
  for tumor invasion depth and nodal involvement.
• •Histopathology and immunohistochemistry
  for tumor classification.
• •Genetic testing
  for high-risk or familial cases.

Factors Affecting Diagnosis Rates

• •Recognition & screening
  Early detection is higher where gastroscopy is routinely performed for at-risk groups.
• •Symptom awareness
  Delays occur when symptoms are ignored or unrecognized.
• •Access to care
  Advanced imaging and pathology facilities influence accuracy and stage at detection.

What Happens After Diagnosis

• •Staging
  Detailed imaging and pathology determine tumor extent.
• •Multidisciplinary review
  Surgeons, oncologists, and radiologists create personalized treatment plans.
• •Support services
  Nutritional, psychological, and financial support are initiated early.

Cost of Stomach Cancer Diagnosis in India

Costs depend on

• •Endoscopy and biopsy
  Affordable and accessible.
• •CT scans and PET-CT
  Higher in cost based on technology and center.
• •Molecular tests
  Additional but essential when targeting therapies are planned.

Everhope provides transparent pricing, packages, and financial guidance to improve access for diagnostic procedures.

Why choose Everhope for Stomach Cancer Diagnosis

• •State-of-the-art diagnostic technology
  High-resolution endoscopy, advanced imaging.
• •Expert multidisciplinary team
  Gastroenterologists, oncologists, radiologists, pathologists.
• •Prompt, confidential reporting
  Accurate, timely results, safeguarding patient privacy.