Revolutionizing Cancer Care: How First-of-its-kind Injectable Dye Saves Woman’s Life at UPMC Passavant Hospital

At UPMC Passavant Hospital in Pittsburgh, a new technology has helped save a woman’s life by improving cancer surgery outcomes. Nancy Barton, a cancer survivor, underwent surgery for lung cancer with the help of Dr. Ryan Levy and Dr. Nicholas Baker. They used a first-of-its-kind injectable dye to illuminate cancer spots on her lungs, making it easier to identify and remove them during surgery.

Nancy Barton was able to overcome her battle with lung cancer thanks to the expertise of her medical team and the advancements in technology at UPMC Passavant Hospital. The dye allowed the doctors to pinpoint the cancer cells without having to remove large portions of Barton’s lungs. This innovative approach improved the quality of her life post-surgery and gave her hope for the future. The surgeons compared the process to finding a bright green marble in a large car wash sponge, highlighting the importance of early detection and precise treatment in cancer care.

Barton expressed her gratitude for having options like this new technology available to her when faced with a cancer diagnosis. She emphasized the importance of being proactive and informed when seeking treatment for cancer. Through her journey, Barton learned that even with a diagnosis as serious as lung cancer, there are ways to overcome it with the right team and technology at your side.

Dr. Ryan Levy and Dr. Nicholas Baker are proud of their work using this first-of-its-kind injectable dye that has helped improve outcomes for patients like Nancy Barton undergoing lung cancer surgery at UPMC Passavant Hospital in Pittsburgh.

The use of this new technology is just one example of how UPMC Passavant Hospital continues to push boundaries in medical innovation and provide cutting-edge care for its patients facing complex health challenges such as lung cancer.