Pakistan Launches Revolutionary 60-Minute Cancer Treatment Without Chemotherapy
Pakistan has achieved a major medical breakthrough with the opening of its first advanced coablation cancer treatment center. The government in Pakistan’s Punjab province has opened a coablation cancer treatment center in the eastern city of Lahore, marking a historic milestone in cancer care.
What Makes This Treatment Revolutionary?
The coablation machine uses liquid nitrogen to freeze cancer cells at -198°C, followed by heating the affected tissue up to 83°C in a second phase to destroy targeted cancer cells. This innovative approach offers hope to cancer patients who previously faced painful chemotherapy and radiation treatments.
Key Benefits of Coablation Therapy:
- Quick Treatment: Complete tumor removal in just 60 minutes
- Pain-Free Process: No surgical incisions or painful procedures required
- No Side Effects: Eliminates the harsh effects of chemotherapy and radiation
- Immediate Results: Patients can return to normal life quickly
- Cost-Effective: Free treatment available for patients who cannot afford it
How the Treatment Works
The advanced coablation technology destroys cancer cells through a two-phase process. The machine first freezes tumor cells to extremely low temperatures, then rapidly heats the affected tissue. This thermal shock completely eliminates cancer cells while preserving healthy surrounding tissue.
Treatment Process Steps:
- Patient preparation takes minimal time
- Precise targeting of cancer cells using advanced imaging
- Freezing phase destroys cellular structure
- Heating phase ensures complete elimination
- Recovery begins immediately after treatment
Availability and Cost
Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz announced that the government has allocated 5 billion rupees for this program. The treatment will be provided free of charge to patients who cannot afford the costs. The machine costs 25 crore rupees, with each probe valued at $5,500.
Current Treatment Status:
- Five patients have already been successfully treated
- Mayo Hospital Lahore is the first operational center
- Additional centers planned for southern Punjab and Rawalpindi
- Three more machines ordered for Nawaz Sharif Cancer Hospital
Expert Training and International Collaboration
Dr. Shehzad was specially sent to China for comprehensive training on this advanced technology. The collaboration with Chinese medical experts ensures that Pakistani doctors can deliver world-class cancer treatment locally.
Future Expansion Plans
The success of this program has prompted expansion plans across Pakistan. The government is committed to making this revolutionary treatment accessible to cancer patients throughout the country. Plans include establishing treatment centers in major cities and rural areas.
Upcoming Developments:
- Kidney tumor treatment trials beginning soon
- Additional coablation centers in development
- Training programs for more Pakistani doctors
- Research partnerships with international institutions
This breakthrough represents hope for thousands of cancer patients in Pakistan who previously had limited treatment options. The combination of advanced technology, government support, and international collaboration makes this life-saving treatment accessible to those who need it most.
