Asthma is one such chronic respiratory disease, where different environmental and dietary factors can be the trigger agent or exacerbating factor. Though the association of diet with asthma is not usual, some food has been identified that makes asthma worse in a certain number of patients. Identifying such triggers may help asthma patients manage their […]
Understanding the Benefits of Fat Transfer in Cosmetic Surgery
Dr. Preeti Yadav, Cosmetic and Plastic Surgeon in Gurgaon In recent years, fat transfer has gained significant popularity in cosmetic surgery. This technique enhances one’s contours and rejuvenates the body using their own natural fat reserves. A minimally invasive option, it offers a safe alternative to synthetic fillers and implants by yielding natural-looking results with […]
Melanoma: A Deadly Skin Cancer and How to Spot It Early
Dr Sunil Kumar Prabhu, Consultant Dermatologist and Aesthetic Physician, Aster RV Hospitals, Bengaluru Melanoma is a relatively aggressive and serious form of skin cancer, originating in melanocytes, such as cells responsible for pigmentation in the skin because they produce melanin pigment. Melanoma is usually more rapidly spreading than squamous cell carcinoma or basal cell carcinoma, and […]
Geri Care Hospital records first use of the Inari Mechanical Thrombectomy device in Tamil Nadu
Geri Care Hospital, India’s 1st exclusive multi-speciality hospital for Senior Citizens, today announced that it successfully accomplished Tamil Nadu’s first ever use of the Inari Mechanical Thrombectomy device- Inari FlowTriever®, on an 85-year-old elderly patient who presented with acute Pulmonary Embolism (PE), a life-threatening condition that requires prompt intervention to restore blood flow and prevent fatal complications. The traditional and […]
Aster CMI Hospital collaborate with Government of Arunachal Pradesh Provide Affordable Liver Transplantation Services
Aster Integrated Liver Care team collectively performed over 1,000 liver transplant Aster CMI Hospital has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Government of Arunachal Pradesh to provide life-saving liver transplantation services at an affordable cost. This initiative is set to benefit patients with end-stage liver disease, particularly children suffering from congenital liver conditions […]
Redcliffe Labs Study Finds Arthritis No Longer an Age-Related Issue: 1 in 5 Indians at Risk
Redcliffe Labs, a purpose-driven pan-India omnichannel diagnostics service provider, has conducted a study that reveals arthritis is no longer limited to older adults. It affects individuals of all age groups and genders. Conducted over three years with 2 million tests, it revealed that approximately 1 in 5 people are at risk of developing arthritis. Arthritis […]
Combating Dryness: Welcome Happy, Hydrated Skin This Winter
By, Dr. Sunil Prabhu, Dermatologist, Venereologist and Aesthetic Physician, Aster RV Hospital JP Nagar Bengaluru Winter weather often brings moderate temperatures, cool evenings, and drier air, making it quite challenging for skin health. Humidity drops and colder conditions may strip the skin of its moisture, causing issues such as dryness, irritation, and sensitivity. Here are […]
Importance and Awareness of Radiography in Healthcare Industry
Dr. Ravindra B Kamble, Lead Consultant – Neuro-Intervention & Diagnostic Radiology, Aster RV Hospital We need to raise the awareness of the value of radiography, in healthcare. This has to come in the form of knowing the importance that radiography and X ray technology play in the diagnostics and treatment of various conditions, which is […]
A “BIG HEART” which was not good for her
In a remarkable medical achievement, a team of cardio surgeons headed by Dr. Divakar Bhat at Aster RV Hospital, JP Nagar in Bengaluru performed a complex open heart surgery on a 40-year-old Nepalese woman, saving her life after she suffered from severe heart complications due to rheumatic heart disease. The patient had undergone heart valve […]