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 […]

Brain Tumours in Children: What Parents Need to Know

Dr Abhishek Kumar, Consultant – Paediatric Oncology, HCG Abdur Razzaque Ansari Cancer Hospital, Ranchi Childhood cancers encompass a range of rare diseases in which malignant cells develop in children and adolescents. Though relatively uncommon compared to adult cancers, it poses unique challenges due to the developmental and physiological differences in children. Paediatric brain tumours are abnormal […]

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, […]

7 lakh women diagnosed with cancer each year in India

Cancer is less amenable to preventive measures in women compared to men India sees 7 lakh new women patients of cancer each year, with more than one fourth of all cases involving breast cancer (28.8%), followed by cancer of cervix (10.6%), ovary (6.2%), uterus (3.7%) and lung (3.7%). Cancer ranks among top three causes of premature […]

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 […]

1 in every 16,000 children is being diagnosed with the eye cancer in India every year

Early Detection Saves the Lives of many children Retinoblastoma, a rare but aggressive form of eye cancer primarily affecting young children, poses a significant threat to their vision and survival. While its global incidence is estimated at around 5,000 cases annually, India paints a concerning picture with an estimated 700-800 new cases reported each year. […]

Understanding Thalassemia: Causes, Treatment, and the Importance of Awareness

Dr. Anoop P, Sr. Consultant – Haematology, Haemato-Oncology, Paediatric Haemato-Oncology & Bone Marrow Transplant, Aster International Institute of Oncology, Aster RV Hospital Thalassemia is a group of inherited blood disorders characterized by abnormal hemoglobin production, leading to anemia and other complications. While significant progress has been made in understanding and managing thalassemia, creating awareness about […]

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