Medical Oncology at Karolinska University Hospital

Medical Oncology provides specialized medical treatment and management for patients with cancer. Depending on the cancer type and individual diagnosis, care may include systemic cancer treatment, chemotherapy, immunotherapy, targeted therapy, hormone therapy, treatment planning, monitoring of treatment response and ongoing oncology follow-up.

Price

Price on Request

Why Price on Request?

The cost of medical oncology varies according to the type and stage of cancer, treatment protocol, medications, number of treatment cycles, diagnostic testing, specialist consultations and follow-up requirements. A personalized cost estimate can be provided after specialist assessment.

Complete Description

What Is Medical Oncology?

Medical Oncology is the specialized field of cancer care focused on the use of medicines and systemic treatments to manage cancer.

Treatment may include:

• Chemotherapy

• Immunotherapy

• Targeted therapy

• Hormone therapy

• Combination treatments

• Supportive cancer care

The appropriate treatment depends on the individual cancer diagnosis.

Who May Need Medical Oncology?

Medical oncology may be considered for patients with:

• Newly diagnosed cancer

• Advanced cancer

• Metastatic cancer

• Recurrent cancer

• Cancers requiring systemic treatment

• Cancer requiring combination therapy

• Cancer requiring specialist treatment planning

Medical Oncology Consultation

A specialist may review:

• Cancer diagnosis

• Cancer stage

• Pathology

• Molecular findings

• Imaging

• Previous treatments

• Current medications

• Overall health

This information helps determine the most appropriate treatment approach.

Chemotherapy

Chemotherapy uses medicines designed to destroy or control cancer cells.

It may be used:

• Before surgery

• After surgery

• For advanced cancer

• In combination with other cancer treatments

• As the primary treatment for selected cancers

Treatment schedules vary according to the cancer and prescribed protocol.

Immunotherapy

Immunotherapy uses medicines that help the immune system recognize and respond to cancer.

It may be considered for selected cancers depending on:

• Cancer type

• Stage

• Molecular characteristics

• Previous treatment

• Clinical suitability

Targeted Cancer Therapy

Targeted therapies are designed to act on specific biological characteristics associated with certain cancers.

Molecular and pathological testing may help determine whether a patient could benefit from a particular targeted treatment.

Hormone Therapy

Hormone therapy may be used for selected hormone-sensitive cancers.

Treatment can involve medicines that:

• Reduce hormone production

• Block hormone activity

• Interfere with hormone-related cancer growth

The suitability depends on the cancer type and biological characteristics.

Personalized Cancer Treatment

Cancer treatment planning may consider:

• Cancer type

• Tumor stage

• Pathology

• Molecular profile

• Previous treatment

• Patient health

• Treatment goals

• Potential treatment benefits and risks

Advanced and Metastatic Cancer Care

Medical oncology may provide treatment planning for cancers that have:

• Spread to other organs

• Returned after previous treatment

• Progressed despite treatment

• Become difficult to manage

Treatment is individualized according to the patient's condition.

Cancer Treatment Monitoring

During treatment, specialists may monitor:

• Treatment response

• Blood tests

• Imaging findings

• Cancer symptoms

• Medication effects

• Treatment-related side effects

• Overall health

Treatment may be adjusted according to clinical response.

Supportive Cancer Care

Medical oncology may also involve management of treatment-related symptoms and complications.

Supportive care may address:

• Pain

• Nausea

• Fatigue

• Nutrition

• Medication-related effects

• Other treatment-related symptoms

Multidisciplinary Cancer Care

Complex cancer cases may involve collaboration between:

• Medical oncologists

• Surgical oncologists

• Radiation oncologists

• Pathologists

• Radiologists

• Specialist surgeons

• Other healthcare professionals

This supports coordinated cancer treatment planning.

Cancer Second Opinion

Patients may seek a medical oncology second opinion regarding:

• Cancer diagnosis

• Treatment recommendations

• Chemotherapy

• Immunotherapy

• Targeted therapy

• Hormone therapy

• Treatment response

• Advanced cancer management

Relevant pathology, imaging and previous treatment records can be reviewed.

International Patient Medical Oncology

International patients seeking medical oncology in Sweden should provide relevant medical documentation whenever available.

Useful records may include:

• Pathology reports

• Biopsy results

• CT or MRI scans

• PET scans

• Molecular testing

• Oncology reports

• Previous chemotherapy records

• Medication list

• Laboratory results

Complete documentation can help specialists evaluate the cancer and develop an appropriate treatment pathway.

Benefits of Specialized Medical Oncology

Specialized oncology care may help:

• Develop individualized cancer treatment plans

• Evaluate systemic treatment options

• Manage chemotherapy

• Assess immunotherapy suitability

• Evaluate targeted therapies

• Manage advanced or metastatic cancer

• Monitor treatment response

• Manage treatment-related effects

• Provide specialist second opinions

• Coordinate multidisciplinary cancer care

Why Choose Karolinska University Hospital for Medical Oncology?

Karolinska University Hospital is a major university hospital in Sweden providing specialized cancer and multidisciplinary medical care.

Patients with complex or advanced cancer may be assessed through relevant oncology services according to their diagnosis, medical needs and eligibility.

The specific treatment approach depends on specialist assessment.

Cost & Price on Request

Price: Price on Request

The total cost depends on the cancer diagnosis and treatment protocol.

Potential costs may include:

• Medical oncology consultation

• Diagnostic investigations

• Pathology and molecular testing

• Chemotherapy

• Immunotherapy

• Targeted therapy

• Hormone therapy

• Treatment monitoring

• Laboratory testing

• Follow-up consultations

A personalized cost estimate can be requested following specialist assessment.

Frequently Asked Questions

1. What treatments are included in medical oncology?

Medical oncology may include chemotherapy, immunotherapy, targeted therapy, hormone therapy and other systemic cancer treatments depending on the diagnosis.

2. Is chemotherapy used for every type of cancer?

No. The suitability of chemotherapy depends on the cancer type, stage, biological characteristics and individual treatment plan.

3. What is targeted cancer therapy?

Targeted therapy uses medicines designed to act on specific biological features associated with certain cancers.

4. Can I get a medical oncology second opinion in Sweden?

Patients may request specialist review of their diagnosis and proposed systemic treatment, subject to applicable hospital requirements.

5. Can international patients receive medical oncology treatment in Sweden?

International patients may request specialist assessment and treatment subject to applicable hospital processes, medical requirements, eligibility and program availability.

Product Details

Product Name: Medical Oncology

Hospital: Karolinska University Hospital

Brand: Karolinska University Hospital

Country: Sweden

Specialty: Oncology & Cancer Care

Service Type: Medical Oncology

Customer-Facing Price: Price on Request

International Patients: Subject to applicable eligibility and program requirements

Location: Stockholm, Sweden