Gandhinagar, Feb 3 (NationPress) The Gujarat Cancer and Research Institute (GCRI) located in Ahmedabad recorded over 2.59 lakh outpatient department visits, performed more than 17,800 surgeries, and facilitated 50,130 chemotherapy sessions throughout the year 2025, showcasing the extensive cancer care provided by the institute.

These statistics were disclosed in advance of World Cancer Day 2026. According to official data, 26,810 new cancer patients were registered at GCRI within the year.

A significant number, specifically 9,147 patients, traveled from states beyond Gujarat, emphasizing the institute’s status as a national referral center.

The highest influx of out-of-state patients originated from Madhya Pradesh (4,572), followed by Rajasthan (2,678), Uttar Pradesh (1,094), Maharashtra (279), and Bihar (288). Patients from various other states also sought treatment at the institute.

Throughout the year, clinical activity remained robust. In addition to surgeries, which included 50 bone marrow transplants, GCRI conducted 5,852 radiation therapy treatments.

The volume of diagnostic and support services was also noteworthy, with over 24.6 lakh laboratory investigations carried out in 2025.

The institute reported a higher utilization of advanced technology in both diagnosis and treatment.

The count of PET-CT scans increased from 1,813 in 2021 to 6,333 in 2025, indicating improved access to sophisticated imaging for cancer detection and treatment planning.

In surgical oncology, GCRI successfully conducted 50 robotic-assisted cancer surgeries in just six months, while 40 HIPEC (Hyperthermic Intraperitoneal Chemotherapy) procedures were accomplished over the last three years.

HIPEC is a specialized method utilized in specific cases of cancers that have metastasized within the abdominal cavity.

Preventive care and early detection were crucial aspects of the institute's operations. In 2025, GCRI organized 110 community-based cancer screening camps across Gujarat, benefiting over 12,000 individuals.

Since the launch of the no-cost cancer screening outpatient department in October 2021, more than 50,000 individuals have been screened, leading to the early identification of 118 cancer cases.

Additionally, an HPV DNA screening program was implemented for women living with HIV, screening over 1,400 women.

Follow-up examinations facilitated the early detection of numerous cervical pre-cancer and cancer conditions, allowing for timely medical interventions.

The expansion of GCRI is associated with long-term initiatives to enhance cancer care infrastructure in Gujarat.

The groundwork for this development was established during the period when Prime Minister Narendra Modi served as Chief Minister of the state, and the institute has continued to grow under the current state government.

To commemorate World Cancer Day on February 4, GCRI will host a felicitation event for 500 cancer survivors who have been cancer-free for over 10 years, reflecting the long-term treatment success achieved at the institute.