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 […]
One of the Largest Fibroid uterus removed through Laparoscopic Surgery at ASTER RV Hospital – First of its kind in South India, weighing 4.005 KGS!
Doctors at Aster RV Hospital, Bengaluru have created a record -, first in South India – by removing a 4.005 kg fibroid from the uterus through Laparoscopic Surgery. Dr. Sunil Eshwar, Lead Consultant – Laparoscopic Surgeon, Aster RV Hospital and his team successfully operated on 42-year-old Vijetha (Name changed) and removed a fibroid uterus weighing a staggering 4 […]
The Future of Bladder Cancer Treatment: Exploring the Potential of Robotic Surgery
Dr. Vipul Tilva, Uro Oncology and Robotic Surgeon, HCG Cancer Centre, Ahmedabad Urological conditions encompass a wide range of diseases affecting the urinary and male reproductive systems, impacting millions globally and posing significant challenges. Traditionally, treatments include surgery, medication, and lifestyle changes, which, while effective, often come with risks, side effects, and long recovery times. Bladder […]
Innovations in Cardiac Surgery: Shaping the Future of Heart Care | Dr. Rajeev Vashisth, Senior Consultant, HCG Hospital, Bhavnagar
Dr. Rajeev Vashisth, Senior Consultant – Cardiothoracic and vascular surgeon, HCG Hospital, Bhavnagar The human heart is the muscular organ that powers the circulatory system, working tirelessly to pump blood through a vast network of vessels. Cardiovascular diseases like coronary artery disease, heart attacks, arrhythmias, and heart failure can impair the heart's ability to pump effectively. […]
Fortis Hospital Cunningham Road Achieves Medical Milestone with World’s First Triple Surgery: Heart Disease, Gallstones, and Colon Cancer All Simultaneously, in 44-Year-Old Patient
In a first reported case across the globe, Fortis Hospital Cunningham Road successfully conducted three simultaneous complex procedures – Coronary Artery Bypass Grafting (CABG), gallbladder stone removal, and colon cancer surgery in one session. Under the multi-disciplinary expertise of Dr. Vivek Jawali, Chairman-Cardiac Sciences, Fortis Hospitals, Bengaluru and Dr. Ganesh Shenoy, Director-GI, Minimal Access & Bariatric surgery, Fortis Hospital, Cunningham Road Bengaluru, […]
Community Care: Aster RV Hospital Launches Liver Disease Support Group
Aster RV Hospital, a leading healthcare institution dedicated to providing comprehensive care and support to patients, is proudly announce the launch of a new initiative aimed at providing support to individuals suffering from liver disease. Living with a chronic ailment can be challenging, and having a strong support system can make all the difference in […]
Apollo Cancer Centres’ Doctors Perform Transformative Keyhole Approach for Insular Brain Tumor
In a medical feat akin to landing on the moon’s unexplored terrain, a team of neurosurgeons at Apollo Cancer Centres (ACCs), Chennai, India, were able to achieve what was once thought impossible – aaccessing and removing deeply seated insular brain tumor through a transformative and a novel eyebrow keyhole approach. This unprecedented technique, being the world’s first, marks an […]
Two Complex Robotic Kidney Transplant Surgeries Successfully Performed at Fortis Hospital Bannerghatta Road
An 11-year-old boy from Yemen and a 34-year-old man from Bengaluru, both suffered from end-stage kidney disease Fortis Hospital Bannerghatta Road, recently achieved yet another significant clinical milestone with the successful completion of complex Robotic Kidney Transplant Surgeries for end-stage kidney disease. The procedures were conducted on two patients: an 11-year-old boy from Yemen, and a 34-year-old […]
The Future of Asthma Treatment: The Impact of Monoclonal Antibodies
Dr. Pavan Yadav, Lead Consultant – Interventional Pulmonology & Lung Transplantation, Aster RV Hospital Asthma remains a significant global health concern, affecting an estimated 262 million people worldwide as of 2019 and causing approximately 455,000 deaths annually (World Health Organization (WHO)). The prevalence and impact of asthma vary significantly across different regions and are influenced […]
Advancements in Orthopedic Surgery: Treatment for Knee and Hip Conditions
Dr Chetan Jakaraddi, Consultant Trauma and Orthopedic Surgeon, MBBS, D’Ortho, MRCS (Edin), FRCS (UK)(T&O) CCST (UK), HCG Suchirayu Hospitals, Hubli In today's fast-paced world, lifestyle choices play a crucial role in shaping our overall health and well-being. From sedentary desk jobs to hectic schedules that leave little time for exercise, modern lifestyles often contribute to a […]