Clinical Excellence
What are giant cell tumors (GCT)?
Verified by Dr. Tejinder Singh, Consultant Medical Oncology, Apollo Cancer Centres, Navi Mumbai. A giant cell tumor (GCT) is a benign tumor that most commonly affects young adults. It is characterized by the presence of large, multinucleated cells called osteoclasts. GCTs most commonly occur in the long bones of the legs and arms, but they
Stereotactic Body Radiation Therapy (SBRT)-advancing precision in cancer treatment
Verified by Dr. Sandeep De, Consultant Radiation Oncology, at the best cancer hospital in Mumbai-Apollo Cancer Centres, Navi Mumbai. Stereotactic Body Radiation Therapy (SBRT), also known as Stereotactic Ablative Radiotherapy (SABR), is an innovative and highly precise radiation treatment approach that delivers high doses of radiation to tumors in a few, well-targeted sessions. This cutting-edge
Tips to prevent heart attacks in young individuals
Verified by Dr. Charan Reddy, Consultant and associate professor in Cardiology, Apollo Hospitals, Navi Mumbai and Dr. Rajesh Matta, Junior Consultant, Cardiology, Apollo Hospitals, Navi Mumbai. Heart attacks are a major cause of death in people of all ages, but they are especially devastating when they strike young people (age less than 40 yrs.) While
Minimally invasive surgery for children
Verified by , Dr. Ashwini Khanolkar, Consultant Pediatric Surgery, Apollo Children’s, Navi Mumbai. Minimally invasive surgery (MIS) is a type of surgery that uses small incisions to access the body. This type of surgery is often used in children because it can help to reduce pain, scarring, and recovery time. There are many different types
What type of condition would require surgery of the skull base?
Verified by Dr. Sunil Kutty, Consultant Neurosurgery, Apollo Hospitals, Navi Mumbai Skull base surgery is a complex and specialized type of neurosurgery that is used to treat a variety of conditions that affect the base of the skull. The skull base is the area where the brain meets the spine, and it is home to
How does a Stent Positioning Assistance System help in angioplasties?
Stent Positioning Assistance System (SPAS) is an innovative device that allows for precise placement of coronary artery stents in difficult percutaneous coronary interventions (PCI). How does SPAS work? Percutaneous transluminal coronary angioplasty (PTCA) is a minimally invasive procedure used to treat blockages in the coronary arteries. During PTCA, a catheter is inserted into the artery
10 tips to lead a healthy life after living organ donation
Living organ donation is a generous and life-saving act. However, it is important for donors to take steps to stay healthy after their donation. Here are 10 important tips for leading a healthy life after living organ donation: Leading a healthy life after living organ donation is possible. By following these tips, you can enjoy
Brachytherapy: A Targeted Approach to Treating Cancer
Verified by Dr. Sandeep De, Consultant Radiation Oncology, Apollo Cancer Centres, Navi Mumbai. Brachytherapy is an advanced and specialized form of cancer treatment that delivers radiation therapy directly to the tumor site, offering a precise and effective way to fight cancer. Unlike traditional radiation therapy, which emits radiation from outside the body, brachytherapy involves placing
As a woman, how do I reduce my risk of gynecological cancers?
Verified by Dr. Richa Bansal, Consultant Gynec-Oncology & Robotic Surgery, Apollo Cancer Centres, Navi Mumbai. In a recent survey in India, there were an estimated 122,844 new cases of cervical cancer and 67,477 deaths from cervical cancer in India. This makes cervical cancer the second most common cancer in women in India, after breast cancer.
Mitra Clip procedure
Verified by Dr. Sanjeevkumar Kalkekar, Consultant Interventional Cardiology, Apollo Hospitals, Navi Mumbai. Mitral valve regurgitation (MR) is a condition in which the heart’s mitral valve doesn’t close tightly, which allows blood to flow backward in the heart. It causes breathlessness, palpitation, fatigue and pedal oedema. It is most often classified as primary degenerative (age-related) and