Lung cancer

Lung Cancer at Sheikh Shakhbout Medical City in Abu Dhabi: Exceptional Patient Care

Lung cancer is among the most common and widespread cancers, affecting millions of people worldwide each year. Despite its seriousness, it can be treated effectively when diagnosed early. Sheikh Shakhbout Medical City (SSMC) in Abu Dhabi provides exceptional care for people with lung cancer, thanks to its experienced team of haematology and oncology physicians who are board-certified in North America and Europe, alongside state-of-the-art equipment and medical technologies.

Symptoms of Lung Cancer

Symptoms of lung cancer vary from person to person, and there may be no symptoms in the early stages of the disease. However, common symptoms include:

• Chronic cough: A persistent cough lasting for more than three weeks may be a sign of lung cancer
• Chest pain: Pain or tightness in the chest, especially when coughing or taking a deep breath
• Shortness of breath: Difficulty breathing or breathlessness
• Coughing up blood: Coughing up blood or blood-streaked sputum
• Unexplained weight loss: Losing weight without an obvious reason
• Fatigue and tiredness: Persistent fatigue and a feeling of exhaustion

Diagnosis and Treatment

SSMC physicians carry out a comprehensive assessment, including physical examination, review of symptoms and a range of diagnostic tests, such as X-ray imaging, computed tomography (CT) scans, needle biopsy and bronchoscopy.

Treatment for lung cancer depends on the type and stage of the cancer, as well as the patient’s overall health. SSMC physicians offer a range of treatment options, including:

• Surgery: Part of the lung or, in some cases, the entire lung may be surgically removed
• Chemotherapy: Medicines used to destroy cancer cells throughout the body
• Radiation therapy: Targeted high-energy treatment used to kill cancer cells in a specific area of the body
• Immunotherapy: Treatment that enhances the body’s immune system to help it fight cancer cells

The Importance of Early Detection

Early detection of lung cancer is crucial to improving the chance of cure. People at increased risk of lung cancer are advised to undergo annual low-dose CT screening.

SSMC provides regular lung cancer screening programmes aimed at the early detection of disease and improving treatment outcomes.

Contact Us

If you are experiencing any symptoms of lung cancer, or would like to learn more about our lung cancer services, please contact Sheikh Shakhbout Medical City on 800 7762 or schedule an appointment.