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Fuda Cancer Hospital is considered one of the BEST cancer hospitals in China by patients and is affiliated to Jinan University and Translational Medicine Center Fuda Cancer Hospital South District and Fuda Cancer Hospital North District (collectively, “Fuda Cancer Hospital”) are located in Guangzhou, in the south of China. Both hospitals are modern and specialized cancer centers that are recognized for their minimally invasive therapies and innovative treatments that provide an effective alternative to the traditional treatment of chemotherapy/radiation/surgery. Fuda Cancer Hospital is affiliated with the Chinese Academy of Sciences’ Guangzhou Institute of Biomedicine and Health. The hospitals are teaching hospitals of Jinan University School of Medicine. In 2010, the central government designated the hospitals as nationally important clinics and awarded a five million RMB grant to them. The honorary president of the hospital is Academician Mengchao Wu, and the president is Professor Kecheng Xu, a renowned and highly respected specialist of general oncology and gastroenterology. Fuda Cancer Hospital focuses on the diagnosis and treatment of liver, lung, breast, nasopharyngeal, colorectal, uterus, stomach, esophageal, pancreatic, tongue, prostate, skin, larynx, and lymphoma cancers, as well as many others. The hospital insists on providing patient care and services and adopting an individualized approach in the treatment of patients based on their individual conditions. By combining conventional treatment with newly developed technologies and traditional Chinese medicine, the hospital is equipped to treat patients with a complete spectrum of available therapies, from the traditional to the cutting-edge. Besides the conventional treatments for cancer (surgery, chemotherapy and radiotherapy) the hospital has brought together innovative and proven new technologies such as Nano Knife Therapy, Interventional Hepasphere, cryosurgical ablation (CSA), vascular interventional therapy, Cancer Microvessel Intervention (CMI), photodynamic therapy, seed knife brachytherapy, radiofrequency ablation and bioimmunotherapy. The hospital prides itself on using a “3C+P” approach when treating patients: CSA, CMI, combined immunotherapy for cancer (CIC), and personalized therapy. So far, Fuda Cancer Hospital has performed more than 10,000 cases of cryosurgical ablation, and it performs the most number of cryosurgical ablations annually in the world. Dr. Franco Lugnani, the president of the International Society of Cryosurgery, has lauded Fuda for its efforts. Furthermore, the International Society of Cryosurgery designated the hospital as a training center for doctors from the Asian-Pacific region who are interested in cryosurgery. The hospital’s concept and diagnostic techniques have gained a great reputation from countries throughout southeast Asia, as well as the United States, the United Kingdom, Spain, Denmark, Netherlands, and other countries.

22/08/2025

Aug.22.2025.
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[Fuda News] [Doctors’ Day]
Honoring Physicians: Fuda Celebrates Chinese Doctors’ Day with Heartfelt Tributes
This August, as China marked its 8th annual Doctors’ Day, Fuda Cancer Hospital in Guangzhou held a series of meaningful and inspiring events to recognize the dedication of its medical professionals. With thoughtful planning and enthusiastic participation, the celebrations not only expressed deep respect for doctors but also strengthened team spirit and created a joyful, uplifting atmosphere across the hospital.

Knowledge Competition: A Battle of Wits
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Doctors from departments across the hospital tested their knowledge and quick thinking in an intense quiz competition. Following challenging written preliminaries, four teams—Medical Departments I, III, IV, and Interventional Radiology—advanced to the finals.
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The final round featured mandatory questions, quick-response challenges, and high-stakes risk rounds, keeping the audience on edge. Doctors demonstrated their solid expertise, quick reflexes, and collaborative spirit. In the end, Medical Department I claimed third place, Medical Department IV secured second, and Medical Department III won the championship.
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This event not only showcased clinical knowledge but also fostered a culture of continuous learning, underscoring Fuda’scommitment to medical excellence and lifelong education.
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Team-Building Party: Relax, Recharge, Reconnect
On August 16, Fuda’s labor union hosted a unique indoor team-building party to help doctors unwind after a demanding week of work.
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Doctors arrived with enthusiasm and were quickly immersed in a warm, lively atmosphere—testing their aim in archery, belting out songs on the karaoke stage, teaming up on video games, and even engaging in friendly mahjong battles. Guided by professional coaches, participants also joined in creative group activities like code-breaking, tower building, and floor curling.
For a few hours, white coats were set aside. Laughter, music, and teamwork replaced the tension of hospital wards. This well-deserved “recharge” provided doctors with renewed energy for the vital mission ahead.
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Commendation Ceremony: Celebrating Excellence
CAB9F65B-9685-4BF8-9271-2F427B59309D.jpgOn August 19, the hospital hosted a grand commendation ceremony in its 7th-floor conference hall to recognize outstanding physicians for their contributions in clinical care, research, teaching, and service.
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Vice President Xu Weizhong opened with reflections on the significance of Doctors’ Day: honoring the 4 million physicians who safeguard the health of China’s 1.4 billion people, fostering respect for the medical profession across society, and inspiring doctors to remain committed to their calling. He emphasized that only by upholding medical ethics and advancing skills can physicians better serve patients—a message that echoed this year’s theme, “Virtue in Action, Skill through Diligence.”
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Assistant to the President Long Xinan then led new doctors in a solemn oath, pledging to “respect life, treat all with compassion, and put patients first.”
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Inspiring speeches by distinguished physicians Shi Juanjuan (Deputy Director of Medical Department I) and Chen Anbo (Medical Department VI) followed, offering personal insights into the noble pursuit of medicine.
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Finally, President Niu Lizhi highlighted that physicians are the backbone of the hospital. While medical science continues to evolve, he stressed that doctors must pursue ongoing learning to meet new challenges. He called on all medical staff to carry forward the spirit of “respecting life, saving lives, selfless dedication, and boundless love.” Those honored should continue striving for excellence, and all staff should draw inspiration from role models to strengthen their professional expertise and drive the hospital’s progress.
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Fuda’s Doctors: Guardians of Life
The celebrations of Doctors’ Day at Fuda Cancer Hospital highlighted the skill, compassion, and dedication of its physicians. From knowledge competitions to team-building and commendations, the events reflected both gratitude and commitment—reminding everyone that behind every successful treatment stands a doctor devoted to life and healing.
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20/08/2025

Aug.19.2025.
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[Patient Story] [Hongkong – Lung Cancer – Cryoablation]
Hong Kong Woman with Advanced Lung Cancer; Father, Brother, and Sister Also Diagnosed with Lung Nodules or Lung Cancer
This story begins with two sisters from Hong Kong.
In December 2022, the elder sister, Xiao (pseudonym), began experiencing headaches. Initially, she thought it was trigeminal neuralgia caused by periodontal disease, but repeated examinations found nothing abnormal. However, as her headaches and chest pains worsened, she underwent a chest CT scan at a local hospital, which revealed a 4.7 × 4.7 cm mass in the right upper lung near the hilum. She was eventually diagnosed with right lung adenocarcinoma, with multiple metastases to lymph nodes, bones, liver, lungs, and brain.
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Genetic testing revealed an EGFR exon 19 deletion mutation, so Xiao began taking oral targeted therapy and received whole-brain radiotherapy along with local intensity-modulated therapy. However, she soon developed drug resistance. Despite multiple changes in medication and treatment adjustments, her cancer continued to progress, leaving local doctors at a loss. Xiao suffered immensely—she was unable to walk, her bones and thighs were immobile, and she relied entirely on a wheelchair. The level of pain she endured was described as “10 out of 10.”
Later, Xiao learned about cryoablation technology from an American friend and read news reports about Fuda Cancer Hospital in Guangzhou. Hoping to relieve her suffering, Xiao and her younger sister, Xia, went together to Fuda’s Medical Department One on March 30 of this year to seek treatment.
Based on admission examinations and her medical history, and in order to control the tumor locally and reduce tumor burden, the team at Medical Department One performed cryoablation to control the tumor in her right lung, combined with anti-angiogenic targeted therapy and intra-arterial infusion chemotherapy, allowing small doses of drugs to directly reach the tumor.
“Whether it’s interventional therapy or cryoablation, there’s no obvious discomfort. Targeted therapy feels just like a glucose infusion—you just lie in bed or walk around with this ‘Christmas tree IV stand.’” After each treatment, doctors provided liver- and kidney-protective care to reduce side effects. Compared with before, Xiao’s CT scans showed the tumor had shrunk.
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△ Assistant to the President and Deputy Director of Medical Department One, Long Xin’an, with attending physician Li Chunli, leading ward rounds

Xia, her younger sister, was not only a companion during the treatment but also a patient herself. Two years earlier, she had been found to have a lung nodule. At that time, the nodule was small, so only regular follow-ups were needed. Over time, however, it grew into a 0.7 cm ground-glass nodule. This year’s chest CT revealed multiple ground-glass nodules in both lungs, the largest located in the anterior basal segment of the right lower lobe—classified as intermediate risk.
Recalling that their father had died of lung cancer, and that among eight siblings, one sister had lung cancer and both she and her younger brother had lung nodules, Xia became determined to address her worrying lung nodule. She underwent cryoablation at Fuda Hospital. Fortunately, postoperative pathology confirmed it was benign.
“It was our own prejudice,” said their younger brother, Mr. Xu, who had come along specifically to see for himself whether the Fuda Hospital so highly praised by his sisters truly lived up to its reputation. Within just a few days, he had become an ardent supporter. Holding the hospital’s brochure in his hands, he flipped through it page by page, commenting on each section with visible admiration.
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△ Younger brother Mr. Xu reviewing the hospital’s promotional materials

“Many of these techniques are not yet available in Hong Kong.” Before coming to Fuda, he thought medical treatments around the world were largely the same. But upon arriving, he felt as though he had stepped into a whole new world. He was particularly interested in Fuda’s unique “3C+P” treatment model—especially after witnessing his sister’s tangible improvement under this approach. “When my sister first arrived, every step caused pain and she needed a wheelchair. Now she can walk around with a cane, take care of herself, and has even gained over 10 pounds.”
In addition to advanced medical technologies, what impressed them most was Fuda’s exceptional service and comfortable medical environment. “During ward rounds, the medical staff enter in an orderly manner like a disciplined team, asking questions in detail. The nurses are practically on call around the clock.” The siblings also noticed that Fuda’s patients come from all over the world, and the hospital provides special facilities for international patients, such as a Buddhist hall, prayer room, and halal room. “In Hong Kong, even if you have money, it’s hard to enjoy this level of service because hospital beds are in such short supply.” Xiao still requires ongoing treatment, but each return trip to Fuda now feels like a journey—and she believes she will grow stronger along the way.
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Did You Know? — Can Lung Cancer Be Inherited?
Lung cancer is not directly inherited, but genetic factors may increase an individual’s risk. This risk is most apparent in family clusters of the disease. If several family members across multiple generations have had lung cancer, certain genetic mutations or chromosomal abnormalities may be present, increasing the likelihood for descendants to develop the disease.
Research shows that first-degree relatives of lung cancer patients have more than double the risk compared to the general population. However, lung cancer develops as a result of multiple factors combined, including smoking, air pollution, occupational exposures, and chronic lung disease. Genetic predisposition is only one factor—it is not decisive.
Therefore, people with a long history of smoking, exposure to secondhand smoke or cooking oil fumes, long-term occupational exposure to radon, arsenic, beryllium, or their compounds, a family history of lung cancer, or chronic lung disease—especially those over the age of 40—are advised to undergo regular lung cancer screenings such as low-dose spiral CT, in order to detect potential early-stage lesions and improve survival rates.
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20/08/2025

Aug.20.2025.
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[Patient Stories] [China – Kidney Cancer – Cryoablation]
>>> Heart Problem Meets Kidney Tumor, Fuda Helps Patient Fighting Cancer > https://en.fudahospital.com/

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15/08/2025

AUGUST.2025.
FUDA CANCER HOSPITAL in collaboration with Sure Health 360 Medical Clinic and Wellness
With Dr. Phoong and Dr. Butch Dumdum

14/08/2025

[Patient Story] [Hongkong – Lung Cancer – Cryoablation]

>>>Hong Kong Woman with Advanced Lung Cancer; Father, Brother, and Sister Also Diagnosed with Lung Nodules or Lung Cancer> https://en.fudahospital.com/

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12/08/2025

Aug.12.2025.
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[Patient Stories] [Philippines – Rhabdomyosarcoma – Arterial Infusion Chemotherapy]
>>> Arm Lump Turns Cancerous! 13-Year-Old Filipino Girl Rekindles Hope at Fuda > https://en.fudahospital.com/

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08/08/2025

FUDA CANCER HOSPITAL ANNOUNCEMENT UPDATE: AUGUST.2025.
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08/08/2025

AUG.8.2025.
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[Ablation] [Lung nedules - Cryoablation]
>>> 'Needle-Lifting' Ablation for Lung Nodules Adjacen > https://en.fudahospital.com/

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05/08/2025

AUG.5.2025.
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[Patient Story] [China – Kidney Cancer – Cryoablation]
72-Year-Old Retired Teacher Named “Best Recovery Warrior”
“I never thought that after a lifetime of giving out certificates as a teacher, I’d one day receive one myself during a hospital stay.” Sitting on her hospital bed at Fuda Cancer Hospital in Guangzhou, 72-year-old Ms. Zhao (pseudonym) tightly clutches a brightly colored certificate titled “Best Recovery Warrior.”Under the dual shadows of coronary heart disease and cancer, this certificate has become a beacon of hope in her life.

A Dilemma Between Treating Heart Disease and Kidney Tumor
Ms. Zhao, a retired teacher from Inner Mongolia, had been enjoying a peaceful retirement until a routine health checkup in May disrupted her life. Ultrasound and enhanced CT scans revealed a 5.9 cm mass in her left kidney. Though she had occasionally experienced frequent and urgent urination, she had dismissed it as a normal part of aging. The diagnosis hit like a thunderbolt.
Seeking professional and reliable care, she traveled to a major hospital in Guangzhou. In less than two weeks, the tumor had grown to 9.6 cm. Worse still, cardiac examinations revealed severe coronary heart disease — with total blockage in the left anterior descending and circumflex arteries, and 70% stenosis in the mid-right coronary artery. This meant any major surgery carried a high risk of intraoperative myocardial infarction or heart failure.
Doctors offered two options, both difficult:
• Option 1: Undergo coronary bypass surgery first, wait three months, then remove the kidney;
• Option 2: Proceed directly with surgery to remove the kidney, but risk needing dialysis, ICU monitoring, or even not surviving the operation.
Ms. Zhao and her family found both options unacceptable.
Feeling hopeless, she considered giving up. But her children were not ready to let go. They sought medical advice everywhere and eventually, through the recommendation of an interventional radiology professor, learned about cryoablation — a less invasive alternative suitable for elderly, frail patients with heart conditions. After discovering that Dr. NiuLizhi, president of Fuda Cancer Hospital, was an expert in cryoablation, the family immediately traveled to Fuda’s Medical Oncology Department I to seek help.

Multidisciplinary Collaboration Leads to Safe, Customized Treatment Plan
Ms. Zhao’s condition was extremely complex upon admission:
The tumor had nearly engulfed her entire kidney, and her ejection fraction was only 39% (normal is 50–70%). On one side was life-threatening heart disease; on the other, a potentially deadly kidney tumor. How could she survive this double threat?
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Fuda’s Medical Oncology Department I quickly initiated a multidisciplinary team consultation, developing a personalized, staged treatment plan:
Stage 1: Stabilize the Heart
Continuous monitoring and comprehensive supportive care to ensure cardiac stability.
Stage 2: Control the Kidney Tumor
Use arterial infusion chemotherapy combined with arterial embolization to halt tumor growth, buying time for the next phase.
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△ Dr. Zhong Xiaojun, Deputy Chief of Interventional Radiology, administering treatment

Stage 3: Cryoablation
Once blood tests, cardiac enzyme levels, echocardiography, and CT scans showed stability, cryoablation was performed to control the tumor while minimizing cardiac stress.
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△ President Niu Lizhi and Assistant Director Long Xinanperforming the cryoablation procedure

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This process was like a well-coordinated relay race, with every step critical to the outcome. However, Ms. Zhao was terrified upon learning she’d need ICU monitoring after the procedure, as she associated ICU with severe illness. She even feared she might not survive the operation. With patient explanations and warm encouragement from Dr. Niu and the nursing team, she finally found the courage to proceed.
“The result was better than expected.”
After surgery, she experienced no significant discomfort. Following a day and night of close ICU observation, she emerged full of energy, telling her waiting children:
“Kids, I did it! I made it through the battle!”

A Special Certificate, A Medal of Resilience
Thanks to the superb skills of Dr. Niu and the entire medical team, along with the unwavering love and support of her children, Ms. Zhao cooperated fully with treatment. Her key health indicators stabilized, and she was eventually discharged with a very promising recovery.
Upon discharge, a heartfelt ceremony moved her to tears:
The nurses who had cared for her presented her with a “Best Recovery Warrior” certificate. Her children, who had stood by her throughout, received “Best Caregiver” certificates.
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“You’ve all been so kind to me. Coming here felt like coming home,” Ms. Zhao said, gently stroking the bright red certificate with emotion.
From the detailed admission process to the warm bedside care, from the customized treatment plan to the expert medical procedures, and most importantly, the family-like compassion of the medical staff — everything made her feel deeply cared for. This former teacher, who had once handed out countless awards to students, never imagined she would one day receive such a precious ‘Honor of Life’ in a hospital room.
She and her children even wrote a heartfelt thank-you letter to the staff, expressing their deepest gratitude word by word.
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More Than Just a Certificate
This simple certificate is far more than just a piece of paper.
It represents the Medical Oncology Department I's dedication to combining science with heartfelt care. It is a tribute to Ms. Zhao’s strength and cooperation — and a symbol of encouragement for all patients.
Through these “award ceremonies,” Fuda Cancer Hospital aims to spread optimism and hope, inspiring more patients to face life with a positive mindset. Even wards filled with the scent of disinfectant can shine with the light of life and anticipation.
May every patient find their beacon of life through scientific treatment and compassionate care — and move forward with courage!
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04/08/2025

AUG.4.2025.
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[Patient Story] [Philippines – Rhabdomyosarcoma – Arterial Infusion Chemotherapy]
Arm Lump Turns Cancerous! 13-Year-Old Filipino Girl Rekindles Hope at Fuda
For Kelly (alias), a young girl from the Philippines, her childhood was overshadowed by a complicated yet devastating diagnosis—embryonal rhabdomyosarcoma. This wasn’t just a cold medical term on a report; it represented the immense suffering her small body had to endure—37 rounds of systemic chemotherapy and 28 sessions of radiotherapy.
When the brief remission was shattered by a relentless recurrence, Kelly and her family were once again plunged into despair. Yet despite the pain and hardship, her bright eyes still held a beautiful vision for the future.

A Small Lump Turned into a Malignant Threat
“It’s really been so hard.” These were the words Kelly’s uncle repeated most during the interview—revealing the agony of this long battle.
Rewind to early 2022, when Kelly was just 11 years old. She discovered a small lump on her right forearm and thought it was just a mosquito bite. Her parents also dismissed it as a minor bump. It wasn’t until a family gathering that her uncle noticed the lump was growing. Alarmed, he immediately urged her parents to take her to the hospital.
The diagnosis hit like a bolt of lightning:
“Stage IV malignant tumor—embryonal rhabdomyosarcoma of the right forearm, with multiple nodules in both lungs and enlarged lymph nodes near the abdominal aorta and retroperitoneal area, suggesting metastasis.”
Her uncle still recalls that “tiny” lump with regret. Had they acted earlier—could the outcome have been different?

Tumor Returns After 37 Chemotherapies and 28 Radiations
Kelly began chemotherapy every two weeks, each session lasting two hours. Repeated needle insertions severely damaged her veins. The medication caused painful side effects—mouth ulcers, headaches, and skin darkening—that tormented her young body.
Fortunately, early treatment was effective. The tumor shrank, and after 37 chemotherapy sessions and 28 radiotherapy sessions, a PET-CT scan showed no tumors throughout her body.
But nine months later, the cancer returned. Watching their daughter suffer in bed, Kelly’s father was heartbroken. When the doctor calmly said her “survival rate was less than 20%,” the once-strong father could no longer hold back his tears.

A Spark of Hope From a Friend’s Experience
Just when the door of fate seemed to close, a glimmer of hope emerged. A friend who had successfully battled breast cancer at FudaCancer Hospital in Guangzhou shared her story.
This testimony was like a spark in the night—it reignited hope in Kelly’s father and uncle. It was as if they had grabbed onto a lifeline in rough waters. After careful consultation and deliberation, they made the bold decision to bring Kelly to Fuda Cancer Hospital in China for a last fight for her life.
Upon admission, Kelly had multiple nodules in the lower right humerus and distal forearm/wrist. There were multiple lung metastases and a tumor about 9cm x 8cm in her right armpit. She also experienced limited extension of her ring and pinky fingers on her right hand.
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Rhabdomyosarcoma is most common in children and requires a multimodal treatment approach. Chemotherapy is a cornerstone, especially for non-pleomorphic subtypes like embryonal and alveolar types, which are highly responsive to it—but the regimens must be optimized to minimize suffering.

Targeted Therapy + Arterial Infusion Chemotherapy Shrinks Tumor
After a thorough multidisciplinary evaluation, the medical team at Department II of Fuda decided to administer targeted therapy combined with arterial infusion chemotherapy. Unlike traditional intravenous chemo, this approach delivers drugs directly into the tumor’s feeding artery under imaging guidance.
Interventional radiologists use catheters to precisely insert the chemo drugs directly into the tumor. This technique maximizes drug concentration in the tumor while minimizing exposure to vital organs like the heart, brain, and kidneys—greatly reducing side effects.
“This infusion chemo only took 30 minutes!” Kelly’s uncle expressed his satisfaction. Compared to the painful two-hour sessions before, this was a drastic improvement.
Just two days after the first treatment, Kelly was amazed to find the tumor on her arm had shrunk and softened—a very positive sign. During her next check-up, the mass on her arm had almost flattened completely.
Even more encouraging, her latest scans showed no visible tumors in both lungs and right pleura, and the enlarged right armpit lymph nodes had significantly reduced. The previously planned radioactive seed implantation was no longer necessary.
All this compelling evidence pointed to one fact: the current treatment was working. They had finally grasped that precious window of opportunity—and with it, a chance to save her life.

A Beacon of Hope in a Foreign "Home"
“This place feels like our home in China.”Theirtime at Fuda, though brief and medical in nature, brought warmth and comfort. The attentive healthcare team, the accessible facilities, and the family-like care have left deep impressions on Kelly and her uncle.
Fuda has become more than just a hospital—it’s a comforting haven for them in a foreign land. In this special "home," Kelly’s dreams of a brighter future are once again taking shape—brighter and more steadfast than ever before.

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Fuda Cancer Hospital South District and Fuda Cancer Hospital North District (collectively, “Fuda Cancer Hospital”) are located in Guangzhou, in the south of China. Both hospitals are modern and specialized cancer centers that are recognized for their minimally invasive therapies and innovative treatments that provide an effective alternative to the traditional treatment of chemotherapy/radiation/surgery. Fuda Cancer Hospital is affiliated with the Chinese Academy of Sciences’ Guangzhou Institute of Biomedicine and Health. The hospitals are teaching hospitals of Jinan University School of Medicine. In 2010, the central government designated the hospitals as nationally important clinics and awarded a five million RMB grant to them. The honorary president of the hospital is Academician Mengchao Wu, and the president is Professor Kecheng Xu, a renowned and highly respected specialist of general oncology and gastroenterology. Fuda Cancer Hospital focuses on the diagnosis and treatment of liver, lung, breast, nasopharyngeal, colorectal, uterus, stomach, esophageal, pancreatic, tongue, prostate, skin, larynx, and lymphoma cancers, as well as many others. The hospital insists on providing patient care and services and adopting an individualized approach in the treatment of patients based on their individual conditions. By combining conventional treatment with newly developed technologies and traditional Chinese medicine, the hospital is equipped to treat patients with a complete spectrum of available therapies, from the traditional to the cutting-edge. Besides the conventional treatments for cancer (surgery, chemotherapy and radiotherapy) the hospital has brought together innovative and proven new technologies such as Nano Knife Therapy, Interventional Hepasphere, cryosurgical ablation (CSA), vascular interventional therapy, Cancer Microvessel Intervention (CMI), photodynamic therapy, seed knife brachytherapy, radiofrequency ablation and bioimmunotherapy. The hospital prides itself on using a “3C+P” approach when treating patients: CSA, CMI, combined immunotherapy for cancer (CIC), and personalized therapy. So far, Fuda Cancer Hospital has performed more than 12,000 cases of cryosurgical ablation, and it performs the most number of cryosurgical ablations annually in the world. Dr. Franco Lugnani, the president of the International Society of Cryosurgery, has lauded Fuda for its efforts. Furthermore, the International Society of Cryosurgery designated the hospital as a training center for doctors from the Asian-Pacific region who are interested in cryosurgery. The hospital’s concept and diagnostic techniques have gained a great reputation from countries throughout southeast Asia, as well as the United States, the United Kingdom, Spain, Denmark, Netherlands, and other countries. Fuda is also a Joint Commission International (JCI) accredited, JCI is from the USA that monitors all private and government hospitals in the world to follow the international standard patient and treatment safety protocols. Fuda Makati Satellite office offers second opinion consultation to review and provide other treatment options besides the traditional surgery, chemotherapy and radiotherapy. To know more about our services and capabilities please go through of our page and then contact us. Thank you and Mabuhay!!!

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