Medical Oncology – Chemotherapy

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In the Pathological Oncology Unit of IASO Thessalias, the most modern and internationally accepted diagnostic and therapeutic methods are applied in order to treat all forms of neoplasms (oncological and hematological). All treatments are adapted to the particularities and special needs of each patient. The following types of treatment are performed:

Targeted therapy
Chemotherapy
Immunotherapy
Hormone therapy

In addition to the administration of treatments, there are options for transfusions of blood and its products, other short-term intravenous medication, supportive therapy, or treatment of pain (it has a specialized pain treatment office), as well as the possibility of palliative procedures (drainage of fluid collections).

It meets the needs of patients staying for a few hours for treatments, in a comfortable and friendly environment. It is equipped with a vertical laminar air-flow device for the preparation of cytostatics.

It is staffed with renowned Medical Oncologists who have scientific training and many years of experience in treating oncological conditions. Their systematic training and participation in international conferences ensures that they are informed about the latest scientific data and the application of modern therapeutic protocols. They collaborate directly with all the medical specialties of IASO Thessalias, for the holistic treatment of even the most demanding oncological cases. The nursing staff is highly trained and specialized in the care of oncology patients and knows their special needs.

It is in direct collaboration with the diagnostic and laboratory departments (central laboratories, medical imaging, pathology and cytology laboratory, nuclear medicine) as well as with the radiotherapy department of the Clinic.

Cold cap therapy for the prevention of alopecia

Cold Caps are the most effective treatment to prevent hair loss, which is caused by the medication used in chemotherapy.

The effect of the drug on the hair follicles results in their gradual inactivation which leads to hair loss. Using the cap lowers the temperature on the scalp, constricts the blood vessels and reduces blood circulation, allowing a very small amount of the drug to pass into the hair follicles and preventing hair loss.

Alopecia is the most obvious side effect of anticancer therapy, but also of radiation therapy for the head, which creates a significant psychological problem to the patient. By using the cold caps, changes in the patient's external appearance can be avoided, the signs of chemotherapy not being visible.

Cold Caps are manufactured with strict medical specifications and disinfected after each use.

Their characteristics are: