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Cancer treatment has advanced significantly over the years, offering patients multiple options such as chemotherapy, radiation therapy, immunotherapy, targeted therapy, and hormone therapy. Among all these treatments, surgery remains one of the oldest and most effective approaches for many types of cancer. In fact, for several cancers, surgery is often considered the very first line of treatment.
But when exactly do doctors decide that surgery should come first? Why is surgery preferred in some cancers while other treatments are used first in others? Understanding the role of surgery in cancer care can help patients and families feel more informed and confident during treatment planning.
