Dr. Raghunath S.K, Senior Consultant and Director of Uro-oncology and Robotic Surgery HCG Cancer Centre, KR Road, Bangalore In the fight against kidney cancer, especially in its advanced stages, the advent of immunotherapy has brought new hope. Imagine your body's immune system as an army fighting invaders like germs. Immunotherapy gives this army special training and tools to […]
7 tips to prevent yourself from kidney cancer
Dr. Raghunath S.K, Senior Consultant and Director of Uro-oncology and Robotic Surgery – HCG Cancer Centre, KR Road, Bangalore Kidneys are organs, that work to filter waste products and excess fluids from your blood, maintain electrolyte balance, and regulate blood pressure. However, kidney health can be compromised by various factors, including lifestyle choices and medical […]
32-Year-Old Patient Triumphs Over End-Stage Renal Disease with the Help of Fortis Hospital, Nagarbhavi’s Cadaver Donor Registry
A 32-year-old patient with end-stage renal disease successfully underwent a kidney transplantation at Fortis Hospital, Nagarbhavi. The timely availability of a donor kidney was made possible owing to the hospital’s dedicated cadaver donor registry. Patient Ms. Rekha, who is battling Type II Diabetes Mellitus, Hypertension, and Hypothyroidism, experienced fatigue and breathing difficulties, leading to an urgent admission at Fortis Hospital, Nagarbhavi. She […]
Apollo Hospitals Stresses Critical Role of Blood Transfusions in Emergencies, Recognises Lifesaving Contributions of Donors
In the effort to highlight the critical importance of blood transfusions in emergencies, Apollo Hospitals, one of the pioneers in the healthcare sector, organised a press conference to mark World Blood Donor Day. The event focused on the lifesaving impact of blood donations, particularly in emergencies where every moment counts. The press conference emphasised the […]
World Food Safety Day 2024: Safe Dining Tips for Pregnant Mothers
With the alarming increase in cases of gastroenteritis, loose stools, and jaundice in pregnant women in the twin cities, Fernandez Hospital has issued a guidance note on safe eating habits this World Food Safety Day. Dr Latha Sashi, Head, Dept of Clinical Nutrition and Dietetics, shared that, “As we celebrate World Food Safety Day with […]
A One-Year-Old Received a New Lease of Life with a Cochlear Implant
One-year-old Chander (name changed) from Bangalore underwent an intricate cochlear implant surgery that effectively restored his hearing. Cochlear implants function by bypassing damaged parts of the ear and directly stimulating the auditory nerve. The implant generates signals that travel through the auditory nerve to the brain, where they are interpreted as sound. SPARSH Hospital, with […]
Unlocking Precision: How Robotic Prostate Cancer Surgery is Transforming Treatment
Dr Akash Shah, Consultant, Urologist and Uro-Oncosurgeon, Robotic and Laparoscopic surgeon, HCG Cancer Center, Borivali, Mumbai Cancer that develops in the prostate is known as prostate cancer. The gland known as the prostate is unique to men. It produces a portion of the fluid found in semen and also lubricates and alkanises the urinary tract […]
Cardiologists at Prasad Hospitals perform a TAVI Procedure, to repair heart valve in an elderly patient
Prasad Hospitals, a rapidly expanding network of four hospitals providing premium healthcare at an affordable cost in Hyderabad, successfully performed, Trans Aortic Valve Implantation (TAVI) the latest and most advanced procedure for complex valvular heart disease. The procedure was performed at Prasad Hospitals, today on a 79-year-old patient, suffering from complex disease of the heart valve. The […]
Sankara Eye Hospital effectively reinstates corneal sensation in 55-year-old man who lost nerve supply to cornea
Sankara Eye Hospital Coimbatore successfully treated a 55-year-old male suffering from the loss of corneal sensation, marking a significant milestone in ophthalmic care in the region. Venkatesh (name changed), incapacitated by recurrent corneal ulcer and epithelial breakdown following tooth extraction, faced daily challenges due to constant tearing, severe pain, and sensitivity to daylight. His condition, […]
10 Effective Asthma Remedies for Children
Dr. Tejaswi Chandra, Senior Specialist – Pediatric Pulmonology, Aster Women and Children Hospital, Whitefield, Bangalore. Asthma is a chronic respiratory disorder that frequently affects small children, some of whom are diagnosed as early as infancy or toddlerhood. Asthma causes could be multifaceted and range from genetic predispositions and environmental factors. Genetic factors matter owing to […]