This section gives more detailed information about cancer treatment options. Learn about treatment types to help you know what to expect and how to prepare.
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You may hear your healthcare team talk about goals of care. The phrase "goals of care" refers to the end result that cancer care is meant to achieve. Read this pamphlet about the 3 main goals of care in cancer.
Format: Brochure - Time to Complete: 4 minutes -
Chemotherapy Series
Chemotherapy is a type of treatment for some cancers. This eLearning series is designed to help patients and caregivers understand and prepare for chemotherapy.
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Learn what chemotherapy is, how it works and the common ways to get chemotherapy.
Format: eLearning Module - Time to Complete: 10 minutes -
This eLearning module explains how to prepare for chemotherapy treatment at Princess Margaret. You can also learn tips to help a person prepare for their chemotherapy treatment
Format: eLearning Module - Time to Complete: 10 minutes -
This eLearning module is designed for people who will have IV chemotherapy at Princess Margaret as part of their cancer treatment. You can learn about how to prepare for the appointment and what to expect during the chemotherapy appointment.
Format: eLearning Module - Time to Complete: 15 minutes -
This eLearning module describes what side effects a person may have while getting chemotherapy and how to manage side effects. You can learn more about side effects on the "Caring for the Patient" section of this platform.
Format: eLearning Module - Time to Complete: 15 minutes -
Chemotherapy can affect sexual function and fertility. This eLearning module explains how this treatment can affect intimacy and fertility options for people who are getting chemotherapy.
Format: eLearning Module - Time to Complete: 15 minutes -
Gynecologic Chemotherapy Series
Some people with gynecological cancers may get chemotherapy treatment. This eLearning series is designed to help patients and caregivers understand and prepare for gynecological chemotherapy.
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People with gynecological cancers may get chemotherapy as part of their treatment. This eLearning module explains what is chemotherapy, how ti works and common ways of getting chemotherapy.
Format: eLearning Module - Time to Complete: 10 minutes -
Learn how to prepare for chemotherapy treatment for gynecologic cancers at Princess Margaret. This eLearning module explains what to expect and eating tips to prepare for chemotherapy treatment.
Format: eLearning Module - Time to Complete: 10 minutes -
This eLearning module talks about treatment appointments. Learn how a person can prepare for a chemotherapy appointment and what to expect at the appointment.
Format: eLearning Module - Time to Complete: 15 minutes -
People who receive chemotherapy as part of their gynecological cancer treatment may have side effects. This eLearning module explains what side effects a person can have and how to manage them. To learn more about side effects, go to the section "Caring for the Patient".
Format: eLearning Module - Time to Complete: 15 minutes -
Chemotherapy can affect sexual function and fertility. This eLearning module explains how chemotherapy can affect intimacy for gynecologic cancer patients. The module also talks about options to preserve fertility. To learn more about fertility options, go to the section "Prepare for Cancer Treatment".
Format: eLearning Module - Time to Complete: 15 minutes -
Radiation Therapy Series
Radiation is a type of cancer treatment. This series of courses was designed to help patients and caregivers understand and prepare for radiation treatment.
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Learn about external beam radiation therapy and when it is used as a part of cancer treatment.
Format: eLearning Module - Time to Complete: 15 minutes -
Learn about getting external beam radiation therapy as a part of cancer treatment at Princess Margaret Cancer Centre.
Format: eLearning Module - Time to Complete: 20 minutes -
Some supplements can reduce the effect of radiation treatment. This brochure explains what supplements to avoid during radiation therapy.
Format: Brochure - Time to Complete: 9 minutes -
Along with radiation therapy, some people with gynecological cancers receive a type of chemotherapy called Cisplatin. Learn about what to expect with these treatments and how to manage side effects.
Format: Video - Time to Complete: 42 minutes -
Allogeneic Stem Cell Transplant Series
A stem cell transplant is a type of cancer treatment. A transplant is a complex process. This eLearning series is designed to help you and the patient understand and prepare for a stem-cell transplant.
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Learn about the allogeneic stem cell transplant process.
Format: eLearning Module - Time to Complete: 15 minutes -
Learn about the donor match process of an allogeneic stem cell transplant and what it means for you.
Format: eLearning Module - Time to Complete: 15 minutes -
Learn about the complications and side effects of an allogeneic stem cell transplant.
Format: eLearning Module - Time to Complete: 15 minutes -
Learn how to lower your risk of getting an infection.
Format: eLearning Module - Time to Complete: 15 minutes -
Learn about hand hygiene and how to prevent infection while you are in hospital.
Format: Video - Time to Complete: 4 minutes -
Learn what to expect in hospital for an allogeneic stem cell transplant.
Format: Video - Time to Complete: 7 minutes -
Learn what to expect when visiting patients in the stem cell transplant unit.
Format: Video - Time to Complete: 4 minutes -
For patients thinking about allogenic stem cell transplant.
Format: eLearning Module - Time to Complete: 15 minutes -
Gamma Knife Treatment
Gamma knife treatment is used to treat brain metastases. This section explains what this treatment entails and what to expect when using a frame and a mask.
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Gamma knife radiosurgery is used to treat brain metastases. These videos explain about how it works, what to do the day of the treatment, and what happens after the treatment.
Format: Video Series - Time to Complete: 11 minutes -
Some people get gamma knife treatment using a frame. There are 5 steps for radiosurgery with a frame. This brochure explains the 5 steps and what to expect after getting treatment.
Format: Brochure - Time to Complete: 14 minutes -
Some people get gamma knife treatment using a mask. This brochure explains what happens when receiving Gamma knife treatment with a mask.
Format: Brochure - Time to Complete: 9 minutes -
Information about what to expect when receiving chemotherapy treatment.
Format: Brochure - Time to Complete: 15 minutes -
Information for patients and families about having a Port-a-Cath inserted.
Format: Brochure - Time to Complete: 9 minutes -
Information on how an infusor pump works, how to care for and carry the pump, important safety tips and numbers to call if you need help.
Format: Brochure - Time to Complete: 7 minutes -
Information on how an infusor pump works, how to care for and carry the pump, important safety tips and numbers to call if you need help.
Format: Brochure - Time to Complete: 7 minutes -
Information about what an Ambulatory Infusion Pump (AIP) is, what it's used for, care and use instructions, safety tips and numbers to call if you need help.
Format: Brochure - Time to Complete: 13 minutes -
Information on what a tunnelled CVC is, how to care for it and who to call if you have questions.
Format: Brochure - Time to Complete: 16 minutes