How is Sudden Cardiac Dysfunction (SCD) different from a heart attack?
Verified by: Dr. Nitin Jagasia, Head-Emergency Services, Apollo Hospitals Navi Mumbai Now, most of you might be already mistaking SCD to be a medical term for heart attack, but in reality, they are two completely different heart conditions. Heart Attack or ‘Myocardial Infarction’ takes place when there is a blockage in any one of the
What is Sudden Cardiac Dysfunction?
Sudden Cardiac Dysfunction – Causes, Symptoms and Emergency Treatment Verified by: Dr. Nitin Jagasia, Head-Emergency Services, Apollo Hospitals Navi Mumbai Sudden Cardiac Dysfunction/arrest is probably one of the largest causes of natural death in the world. You are most likely to have at least one acquaintance in life who has survived a cardiac arrest (or
How does a ketogenic diet help individuals with epilepsy?
Verified by: Ms. Varsha Gorey (Nutrition/Diet)- Senior Clinical Dietician, Apollo Hospitals Navi Mumbai. What is a ketogenic diet? A ketogenic diet is a high-fat, low-carbohydrate diet that has been found to be beneficial in managing epilepsy, particularly in individuals with drug-resistant epilepsy or in the case of refractory epilepsy. Ratio of fats to carbohydrate and proteins
Ovarian transposition surgery to preserve female fertility after cancer radiation therapy
Verified by: Dr. Richa Bansal – Consultant, Gynaec-Oncology & Robotic Surgery, Apollo Cancer Centers, Navi Mumbai The incidence of cancers in younger age groups has been on the rise. Medically advanced treatment options result in better outcomes in terms of survival and quality of life. In today’s era, quality of life after conquering cancer has
Advanced robotically assisted minimally invasive surgery for bladder cancer
Verified by: Dr. Ashwin Tamhankar – Consultant, Uro Oncologist and Robotic Surgeon, Apollo Cancer Centers Navi Mumbai Robotic surgery is a minimally invasive surgical technique that involves the use of robotic arms and a high-definition camera to perform surgical procedures. In the field of urological oncology, robotic surgery has been widely adopted for the treatment
Role of rehabilitation in epilepsy
Verified by: Dr. Shekhar Patil- Consultant, Adult & Pediatric Neurology, Apollo Hospitals Navi Mumbai Rehabilitation plays a crucial role in the comprehensive management of epilepsy. While medical treatment is essential for controlling seizures, rehabilitation aims to optimize overall functioning, independence, and quality of life for individuals living with epilepsy. It involves a multidisciplinary approach that
Hip arthroplasty surgery in autoimmune arthritis
Hip arthroplasty surgery, also known as hip replacement surgery, is a common procedure used to treat severe joint damage and pain. Hip arthroplasty surgery can be a beneficial treatment option for patients with autoimmune arthritis who have exhausted non-surgical treatments and have severe joint damage. What is autoimmune arthritis? Autoimmune arthritis refers to arthritis types
What is Drug-induced Parkinsonism?
Drug-induced Parkinsonism (DIP) is a condition in which the use of certain medications leads to the development of Parkinson’s disease-like symptoms. DIP is a common cause of secondary parkinsonism, which refers to parkinsonism that is caused by a specific underlying condition, such as a drug reaction. What are the symptoms of drug-induced parkinsonism? The symptoms
Autologous protein solution therapy for knee arthritis
Verified by: Dr. Siddhart Yadav, Consultant Orthopedics & Joint Replacement Surgery, Apollo Hospitals Navi Mumbai. Autologous Protein Solution (APS) is a non-surgical treatment method for osteoarthritis in the knee, hip, elbow, or shoulder, designed to slow the progression of cartilage degradation and joint destruction. It is a form of regenerative medicine. APS is basically derived
Can patients with epilepsy live a normal life?
Yes, epilepsy patients can live a normal life with proper treatment and management. Epilepsy is a neurological condition characterized by recurrent seizures. It starts from the “first seizure” to recurrent seizure episodes that affect a person’s quality of life and make it difficult to carry out daily activities. However, with the right medical care and