Rare Cancers
Rare Cancer Hospital in Banjara Hills, Hyderabad
Most cancer resources focus on common types. Rare cancers are often:
- Misdiagnosed initially
- Treated late due to unclear symptoms
- Managed without molecular confirmation
- Overlooked because they don’t “fit” common patterns
At Horizon Cancer Care, we evaluate rare cancers carefully, confirm pathology accurately, and initiate evidence-based treatment protocols.
About Rare Cancers
Rare cancers are those that occur infrequently in the general population. Because of their uncommon nature, they often require:
Neuroendocrine Tumors and GIST
- Detailed pathology review with Ki-67 grading
- DOTATATE scan when indicated
- Mutation testing (KIT / PDGFRA for GIST)
- Targeted therapy (e.g., imatinib)
- Long-term hormonal and systemic therapy planning
- PRRT- Peptide Receptor Radionuclide Therapy for advanced NET through network centres
Rare GI and Hepatobiliary Tumors
Accurate diagnosis and treatment strategies
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- molecular profiling when appropriate
Multidisciplinary management
- surgical resection achieved by team of specialists
- cytoreductive surgery and HIPEC ( Heated Intra Peritoneal Chemotherapy)
Rare Genitourinary Cancers
- Organ-preserving approach when possible
- Multimodality coordination (surgery + radiation + systemic therapy)
- Hormonal and targeted therapy when indicated
- Long-term surveillance
Rare Head & Neck Tumors
- Accurate histological subtyping
- Radiation coordination
- Systemic therapy integration
- Structured follow-up
Rare Hematologic Malignancies
- Decisions based on multidisciplinary team
- Advanced treatments in collaboration with specialist centres
Pediatric Cancers (Childhood Cancers)
Cancer in children is rare compared to adults, but it requires specialized evaluation and treatment.
Unlike adult cancers, pediatric cancers are usually:
Pediatric oncology requires dedicated protocols, age-specific chemotherapy dosing, and multidisciplinary pediatric support. When indicated, our patients treated in collaboration with pediatric oncology centers for comprehensive management.
When Should You Seek Re-Evaluation for a rare cancer?
Our Clinical Philosophy for Rare Cancers
FAQ’s
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Not necessarily. Some rare cancers grow very slowly and can be managed for many years, while others may behave aggressively. The outcome depends more on the tumor biology and stage at diagnosis than on how common it is.
Reviewed By
Medically Reviewed by : Dr. Srinivas Prasad, MCh (Surgical Oncology)
20+ years of experience in oncologic surgery and multidisciplinary cancer care.
Registration No: 2111
Last reviewed: February 2026