CHEMOTHERAPY - ECHIFA INTERNATIONAL HOSPITAL CENTER - DJERBA

AN EFFECTIVE TREATMENT AGAINST CANCER

Chemotherapy is a cancer treatment that uses medications to destroy cancer cells by preventing their division and growth. It can be administered alone or in combination with other treatments such as radiotherapy or surgery.

OUR CHEMOTHERAPY UNIT

At the Echifa International Hospital Center, we provide a modern and comfortable day hospital, specially dedicated to chemotherapy, featuring:

• Protocols tailored to each type of cancer
• A team specialized in medical oncology
• Psychological and human support
• Facilities ensuring comfort, privacy, and safety

METHODS OF ADMINISTRATION

• Intravenous (infusion)
• Oral (tablets or capsules)
• Subcutaneous or intramuscular

OBJECTIVES OF CHEMOTHERAPY

• Curative: completely eliminate the tumor
• Adjuvant: reduce the risk of recurrence after surgery
• Palliative: improve quality of life and relieve symptoms

TYPES OF CHEMOTHERAPY

• Exclusive chemotherapy: used as the sole treatment.
• Concurrent radiotherapy-chemotherapy: carried out at the same time as radiotherapy for enhanced effectiveness.
• Adjuvant chemotherapy: administered after surgery or radiotherapy to reduce the risk of recurrence.
• Neoadjuvant chemotherapy: given before surgery or radiotherapy to reduce tumor size.

Your doctor will explain the details of your treatment, the most appropriate protocol, and possible side effects.

WHY CHOOSE ECHIFA INTERNATIONAL HOSPITAL CENTER?

• Protocols compliant with international standards
• Continuous monitoring by a multidisciplinary team
• Strict compliance with hygiene and safety standards
• An approach focused on the patient’s physical and emotional well-being

We ensure:

• Sterile preparation of medications
• Expert handling of implantable devices
• Coordination with radiotherapy in case of combined treatment

Our commitment: to guarantee optimal effectiveness and compassionate support at every stage of the care pathway.