LAHORE/ISLAMABAD: Punjab has reached a historic milestone in healthcare with the launch of its first modern coblation cancer treatment centre at Lahore’s Mayo Hospital. Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz will formally inaugurate the advanced facility on Thursday.
Breakthrough in Cancer Care
For the first time in Punjab, cancer patients will have access to Chinese-developed coblation technology — a cutting-edge alternative to surgery and chemotherapy. The system uses electrical heat to burn cancerous tissues, offering a safer, less painful, and more effective treatment method. Doctors highlight that coblation reduces patient discomfort and significantly accelerates recovery times.
In two successful trial cases at Mayo Hospital, doctors treated a patient with a tumour blocking arteries to the liver and another suffering from breast cancer. Both responded well to the new technique.
Machinery and Training from China
The provincial government imported advanced coblation machinery from China under CM Maryam Nawaz’s directive. The equipment has now been fully installed at Mayo Hospital, while doctors and support staff have completed intensive training to operate the system.
Medical experts say this innovation marks a transformative leap forward in cancer treatment, opening new doors for patients who previously relied only on chemotherapy or invasive surgery.
What Is Coblation?
Coblation destroys cancerous tissues by generating controlled heat through electricity. This precision-based approach allows doctors to directly target tumours while minimising damage to surrounding healthy tissue.
Unlike traditional surgery, which involves longer recovery periods and higher risks of complications, coblation offers quicker healing and reduced side effects, making it especially beneficial for patients with lung, breast, and liver cancers.
Doctors Hail Advancement
Specialists at Mayo Hospital have hailed the launch as a revolutionary step in Punjab’s fight against cancer. They believe that the introduction of coblation technology will not only improve survival rates but also enhance patients’ quality of life across the province.
