Preventive Surgery – Reducing Cancer Risk Before It Starts

Preventive Surgery, also called Prophylactic Surgery, is performed to significantly reduce the risk of developing cancer in individuals with a high genetic or medical risk.

What is Preventive Surgery?

This surgery involves removing organs or tissues that are at high risk of developing cancer, even before cancer develops.

Who May Benefit from Preventive Surgery?

• Strong family history of cancer
• Genetic mutations such as BRCA1 or BRCA2
• Pre-cancerous conditions
• Recurrent abnormal biopsy findings

Why Preventive Surgery Matters

• Drastically lowers cancer risk
• Improves life expectancy
• Provides long-term peace of mind

Our Pune cancer specialists perform detailed risk assessment, genetic counseling, and patient education before recommending preventive surgery.