Clinical Excellence
Sarcoma-A rare forgotten cancer
Verified by Dr. Tejinder Singh, Consultant Medical Oncology, Apollo Hospitals, Navi Mumbai Sarcoma is a rare type of cancer that originates in the connective tissues of the body, which include muscles, bones, cartilage, tendons, blood vessels, and fatty tissues. Sarcomas can develop in any part of the body but are commonly found in the arms, legs,
Living with Brain Tumors
Verified by : Dr. Ravikiran Vutha, Consultant Neurosurgery, Apollo Hospitals, Navi Mumbai Brain Tumors can be benign or malignant. They can affect people of any age and are often diagnosed after a seizure, headache, or other symptoms. Undergoing brain tumor surgery as well as being a brain tumour survivor can be challenging, but there are
What is a GIST?
GIST stands for Gastrointestinal Stromal Tumor, which is a rare type of cancer that occurs in the gastrointestinal (GI) tract, primarily in the stomach or small intestine. It belongs to a group of tumors known as soft tissue sarcomas, which develop in the connective tissues of the body. Specific characteristics of GIST GISTs arise from
Robotic Training in Neuro Rehabilitation
What is neuro rehabilitation? Conditions like stroke, traumatic brain and spinal cord injuries or certain diseases like multiple sclerosis are most often accompanied by the loss of the ability to walk, speak, swallow or carry out activities like eating, dressing and self-care. Retraining the brain to regain these functions becomes essential as these losses cannot
Stress Urinary Incontinence
Verified by Dr. Vandana Gawdi – Consultant Gynecology, Apollo Hospitals, Navi Mumbai Stress urinary incontinence is a medical condition that affects millions of people worldwide. It is characterized by the involuntary loss of urine during activities that put pressure on the bladder, such as coughing, sneezing, laughing, lifting heavy objects, or even exercising. Stress incontinence
Stroke Awareness Everyone MUST Know
In 2010, 1 in 6 adults over the age of 25 years would suffer a stroke in their lifetime, now it is 1 in 4 adults. “A stroke takes place when the blood supply to the brain is cut off, either totally or partially. Because brain cells require oxygen and nutrients constantly, if blood supply
IVUS Angioplasty
Verified by: Dr. Rahul Gupta, Senior Interventional Cardiologist, Rhythm Disorder & Valve Expert (TAVI, Mitra Clip), Apollo Hospitals Navi Mumbai Intravascular ultrasound (IVUS) guided angioplasty is a minimally invasive medical procedure used to diagnose and treat blockages in the blood vessels. It combines the use of intravascular ultrasound imaging and angioplasty techniques to assess the
Endometriosis and Infertility
Verified by: Dr. Vandana Gawdi, Consultant Obstetrics & Gynecology, Apollo Hospitals Navi Mumbai Dr. Nikita Lad Patel, Chief IVF, Apollo Hospitals Navi Mumbai What is Endometriosis? Endometriosis is a condition where tissues resembling the lining of the uterus (endometrium), start growing outside the uterus. These endometrial tissues are seen predominantly on the ovaries, followed by
Alcoholic and non-alcoholic liver disease
Verified by: Dr. Purshottam Vashisht- Consultant Gastroenterology, Apollo Hospitals Navi Mumbai Dr. Deven Gosavi- Associate Consultant Gastroenterology, Apollo Hospitals Navi Mumbai The liver is a vital organ responsible for a variety of functions in the body, including the metabolism of alcohol. Excessive alcohol consumption can lead to damage to the liver, leading to Alcoholic
Help and reach out to people with Epilepsy
Verified by: Dr. Vishal Chafale, Consultant Neurology, Apollo Hospitals Navi Mumbai Epilepsy or commonly known as “Fits”, has affected more than 10 million people in India. Even though epilepsy has now become a common condition, it is still a stigma (not accepted socially) for people living with epilepsy (PWE). Most individuals look at Epilepsy as