The two-year-old baby was having Hirschsprung’s disease which affects 1 in 5,000 to 10,000 children and leads to severe constipation. The baby became Mumbai’s first patient to be treated through a scarless endoscopic procedure called PREM at Gleneagles Hospital In a remarkable milestone, Gleneagles Hospital has become
Breast cancer is one of the leading causes of cancer-related deaths among women worldwide, despite treatment strategies continuously evolving to improve patient outcomes. One of the key areas of focus in breast cancer treatment is axillary radiation therapy, which plays a crucial role in managing
Dr. Hema Krishna P, Consultant - Neurology, Parkinson's and Movement Disorders, Aster CMI Hospital, Bangalore Parkinson’s Disease is a movement disorder of the nervous system that worsen over time. A stiff shoulder, or just a change in handwriting. Over time, it can subtly disrupt everyday life,
A team led by Nitin Singhal removed the 8 cm long tumor from a sensitive area behind the abdominal cavity by using advanced da Vinci robotic technology. The tumor was in a challenging location, making removal difficult. However, robotic-assisted surgery minimized surgical trauma, reduced
Dr. T. Shilpa Reddy, Consultant - Reproductive Medicine, Milann Fertility Hospital, Bengaluru) Uterine cancer is more common in younger and postmenopausal women and is ranked fourth among gynecological cancers in India. There are two categories of uterine cancer. Uterine sarcoma grows in the myometrium, the muscle
Sri Ganesh, Founder and CMD of Nethradhama, became the first surgeon in Asia to carry out the procedure, which helps cataract and astigmatism patients achieve clear vision across all distances with reduced dependence on glasses. Nethradhama Super Speciality Eye Hospital, Bengaluru, a pioneering institution in
Dr. Azad Moopen, Founder & Chairman of Aster DM Healthcare was recently bestowed with the prestigious Global Entrepreneur of the Year award, at the 2nd ET Entrepreneur Summit & Awards in Bangalore. The esteemed award highlights his impactful leadership and enduring commitment to advancing healthcare,
Authored by Dr. Vidyashankar P, Lead Consultant – Nephrology, Aster CMI Hospital, Bangalore Millions of individuals in India unknowingly suffer from Hypertension, the medical term for high blood pressure (HBP). It contributes significantly to the development of chronic kidney disease (CKD) and is one of the
Authored by Dr. Sanjay Bhat, Sr. Consultant - Interventional Cardiology, Aster CMI Hospital, Bangalore Working out in the gym for a well-built posture is a passion for many. Several gym enthusiasts exercise regularly for hours to get their desired body types and in the process resort
Dr. Srivatsa Lokeshwaran, Lead Consultant and Head of Department - Interventional Pulmonology and Lung Transplant, Aster Whitefield Hospital, Bengaluru In our hectic lives, we often overlook the simple act of breathing—a process so fundamental that it sustains our very existence. The quality of an individual's breath
