Nuclear Medicine for Cancer Treatment at Rohilkhand Cancer Institute, Bareilly

When it comes to fighting cancer, early diagnosis and advanced treatment options play a vital role in improving patient outcomes. At Rohilkhand Cancer Institute (RCI), Bareilly, we are proud to offer Nuclear Medicine, one of the most innovative and precise technologies for cancer care.

What is Nuclear Medicine?

Nuclear Medicine is a non-invasive medical speciality. the process involves injecting a small number of radio-pharmaceuticals into patients, some specific radio-pharmaceuticals may also be given by oral and inhalational routes to assess medical conditions for diagnostic molecular imaging and therapeutics. These medical conditions include cancer, heart disease, gastrointestinal, endocrine, or neurological disorders, and other conditions. Nuclear medicine exams pinpoint molecular activity. This gives them the potential to find disease in its earliest stages. They can also show whether you are responding to treatment or not. With the addition of new technologies like hybrid imaging combined with nuclear medicine and other advanced techniques like PET/CT PET/MRI, the field of nuclear medicine has grown by leaps and bounds.

Nuclear medicine is a specialized branch of medical imaging and therapy that uses small amounts of radioactive materials, known as radiopharmaceuticals, to diagnose and treat various types of cancers. Unlike traditional imaging methods, nuclear medicine provides information not only about the structure of organs but also about their function, helping doctors detect cancer at an early stage and monitor treatment effectiveness.

Dr. Ankit Kumar is a Consultant Nuclear Medicine physician. He has completed his MBBS from the prestigious Maulana Azad Medical College, Delhi University. He has completed a post-graduation in Nuclear Medicine “DRM” from the pioneer and prestigious Institute of Nuclear Medicine and Allied Sciences, Delhi University. Previously, he worked in the Nuclear medicine facility of various prestigious institutes of NCT Delhi, like AHRR, Rajiv Gandhi Cancer Institute & Safdarjung Hospital. He has been associated with Rohilkhand Cancer Institute since its inception as a Consultant and head of the Department of Nuclear Medicine & PET-CT.

Applications of Nuclear Medicine in Cancer Care

At Rohilkhand Cancer Institute, our nuclear medicine services are used in multiple ways, such as:

• Cancer Detection & Diagnosis: PET-CT and SPECT scans help identify cancerous cells and determine the exact stage of the disease.

• Treatment Planning: Nuclear medicine guides oncologists in choosing the most effective therapy, whether it is surgery, chemotherapy, or radiotherapy.

• Targeted Therapy: Certain cancers can be treated using radiopharmaceuticals that directly target cancer cells while minimizing damage to healthy tissues.

• Monitoring Treatment Response: Scans allow doctors to see how well the cancer is responding to treatment and make timely adjustments if needed.

What is PET-CT?

Positron emission tomography :

Positron emission tomography, also called PET imaging or a PET scan, is a type of nuclear medicine imaging. It is a functional imaging technique used to observe metabolic processes in the human body. Current PET equipment is an integrated PET-CT machine that allows the acquisition of both PET and CT on one platform. PET provides the essential signals of the tumour, and CT helps in localisation.

Upon requiring a regional contrast-enhanced CT (CECT) scan, can also be performed with the same equipment in the same sitting. Which helps us in early diagnosis, response assessment, restaging, and follow-up of cancer patients. Nowadays it is also very useful for radiation oncologists in radiotherapy planning. Many a time, we used to do PET–based tumour biopsy and reduce the multiple procedures. PET may also detect complex systemic diseases such as coronary artery disease, memory disorders, and seizures. PET has diagnostic value in the fever of unknown origin when all other investigations are exhausted.

NOTE- Just like a few other procedures, this scan also requires a patient to be prepared in advance as per the doctor’s instructions.

Why Choose Rohilkhand Cancer Institute?

Rohilkhand Cancer Institute stands out as a leading cancer hospital in Bareilly because of its:

• Advanced Nuclear Medicine Facilities with state-of-the-art PET-CT and other diagnostic equipment.

• Expert Oncologists and Nuclear Medicine Specialists dedicated to providing personalized cancer care.

• Comprehensive Cancer Care under one roof – from diagnosis and treatment to rehabilitation and palliative support.

• Patient-Centric Approach focusing on accuracy, safety, and compassion.

Bringing Hope with Advanced Technology

The availability of nuclear medicine at RCI, Bareilly, ensures that patients no longer need to travel to distant cities for advanced cancer imaging and treatment. Our goal is to make world-class cancer care accessible locally, giving patients the best chance for recovery and improved quality of life.

If you or your loved one needs advanced cancer diagnosis or treatment, visit Rohilkhand Cancer Institute, Bareilly – where expertise meets cutting-edge technology.