Dr. Cesar Diaz

Dr. César Díaz is a specialist in General Surgery and Sub-Specialist in Surgery Oncology in Panama City. 

La Oncologic surgery It is a medical specialty that focuses on the surgical treatment of tumors, both benign and malignant (cancer). This discipline is derived from general surgery and is integrated with other oncological specialties such as medical oncology, radiation oncology, hematology and palliative medicine.

1. Diagnosis: In some cases, surgery is used to obtain a tissue sample (biopsy) that is analyzed to confirm the presence of cancer.
2. Primary TreatmentSurgery may be the main treatment to completely remove the tumor and surrounding tissue affected by cancer.
3. Adjuvant Treatment: It is performed after primary treatment to eliminate any residual cancer cells and reduce the chance of recurrence.
4. Palliative TreatmentIn advanced cases, surgery can help relieve symptoms and improve the patient's quality of life.

• Curative Surgery: It seeks to eliminate all cancer from the body.
• Preventive Surgery: It is performed to prevent the development of cancer in people at high risk.
• Diagnostic Surgery: Includes procedures such as biopsies to confirm the diagnosis of cancer.
• Reconstructive Surgery: Restores the appearance or function of a body part after a tumor has been removed.
• Palliative Surgery: Relieves symptoms and improves quality of life in patients with advanced cancer.

Oncologic surgery is a fundamental tool in the treatment of cancer and is often combined with other treatments such as chemotherapy and radiotherapy to obtain better results.