The Life-Saving Importance of Early Cancer Detection

## Why Is Early Detection So Important? When detected early, cancer is often a fully treatable disease. Research worldwide shows that patients diagnosed with stage I cancer have a 5-year survival rate 4–8 times higher than those diagnosed at stage IV. The multidisciplinary approach at Biruni Hospital's Oncology Center brings together radiologists, pathologists, and oncologists to make decisions simultaneously significantly shortening the time to diagnosis. ## Routine Screening Tests - **Mammography:** Annually from age 40 - **Colonoscopy:** Every 10 years from age 45 - **PSA test:** Annually for men from age 50 - **Pap smear:** Every 3 years from age 21 - **Low-dose CT:** Annually for long-term smokers ## The Diagnostic Process at Biruni Oncology Center Our hospital's advanced imaging technologies — including PET-CT, 3 Tesla MRI, and digital mammography deliver results within 24 hours. Biopsy results are typically reported within 48 hours. The "Rapid Diagnosis Program" offered exclusively to international patients provides a comprehensive diagnostic workup in just 3 days. ## Conclusion Early screening saves lives. If you have a family history of cancer or known risk factors, don't hesitate to consult one of our specialist oncologists.