The treatment of esophageal cancer depends upon several factors stage, fitness level, and type. Treatment modalities can be surgical intervention, chemotherapy, and/ or radiation therapy. In Chennai, prominent hospitals such as Apollo Hospitals, MIOT International, or Cancer Institute (WIA) are options for advanced treatment. Consulting an oncologist is essential to evaluate your grandfather’s condition and determine the optimal treatment plan that addresses his requirements.

Hello Sathymoorthy, The treatment for any cancer always depends on the age of the patient, stage of cancer, associated comorbidities, and patient's general condition. After a routine blood test, endoscopy, biopsy, Barium swallow test, EUS (endoscopic ultrasound), CT SCAN, PET scan are done. Once the type of cancer and the stage of cancer is evaluated the treatment is planned. The treatment includes surgery that is the removal of the affected part. Sometimes chemo is done prior and after to reduce the size of the tumour. After surgery, chemotherapy, radiation therapy, Photodynamic therapy (In this non surgical procedure doctor injects a special substance into the esophagus making cells extra sensitive to light and then with help of an endoscope that has a laser at the end, the surgeon destroys cancer cells by burning them) are given as per doctors clinical expertise and patient's health. Very important is to be a part of the rehabilitation group. They will guide the patient and help him to handle the mental trauma person suffers due to cancer, will help through the treatment and follow up with professional help. Please consult an oncologist and let him evaluate the case and give you the best of treatment. Here we have listed a few best cancer hospitals in Chennai: 1.) Adyar Cancer Institute (Government Hospital). 2.) Apollo Cancer Institute (Private Hospital). 3.) Christian Medical College and Hospital (Charitable Hospital). 4.) Royapettah Government Hospital (Government Hospital). 5.) Gleneagles Global Hospital (Private Hospital). Wish your father a speedy recovery. Hope our answer helps you. You may also want to explore our page which has an exhaustive list of those hospitals which would meet your requirements - Best Cancer Hospitals in Chennai.