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What are the Types of Cancer Treatments?

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  Cancer is probably the scariest 'C' word for the medical fraternity and for the general public as well. Not only has it claimed several lives across the world but has only strengthened its presence over time. However, the good news is that with modernization in medical technologies and newer breakthroughs, there is a mélange of treatment options available now. Cancer treatment in India has evolved manifolds and continues to thrive on better, more futuristic approaches. Cancer treatment relies mainly on the diagnosis as the earlier the cancer is detected the more effective and promising the treatment will be. Although cancer doesn't have definite signs and symptoms and the actual results may finally depend on the doctor's examination, one must choose only the best oncology hospital in India. Here we will discuss not only the most prevalent types of cancers but also the types of cancer treatment in India . Most common types of cancers in India: Oral Cancer Lung Canc...

Top 8 Common questions People Ask about Knee Replacement

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  Knee replacement surgeries have become increasingly popular across the world due to the exceptional reliability offered by the hospitals and surgeons. However, there is still a slight apprehension when it comes to some patients and so, here’s a list of the 8 common yet critical question one should be in the know of before opting for a total knee replacement surgery in India : 1. What type of surgery should I opt for? The type of surgery recommended will be subject to the condition of the damage caused by the ailment along with a few other parameters such as the age and overall physical health. The surgical options which are most often recommended are: Total knee replacement Partial knee replacement (unicompartmental knee arthroplasty) Knee osteotomy surgery Knee arthroscopy 2. What would be the usual outcome of this surgery? It’s important to be aware of the amount of pain and recovery time predicted by the surgeon after a thorough study of your ailment and other health conditi...

Precautions To Take After A Successful Liver Transplant Surgery

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Surgery, in general, is one of the disciplines with healthcare where doctors wouldn’t lose focus of their patient until they fully recovered. The desired outcomes from a particular procedure may vary depending on patients and their condition but in the entire journey the recovery phase becomes most crucial as certain surgeries are more complicated than known. Hence, post-operative care is a world in itself where the entire surgical team may sometimes be involved in order to ensure the patient walks out healthy and ready to return to normalcy. Liver transplant surgeries are no different, and even after a successful surgery, the doctors would recommend you to be under strict monitoring and adopt lifestyle changes after transplantation . So, once a liver transplant procedure is successfully completed, the surgeon would wait for the effect of anesthesia to wear off you and check with you for any pain you might be experiencing. It’s imperative to communicate to the doctor clearly as the be...

Aortic Valve Replacement Surgery: Types and Procedure

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  Aortic Valve is one of the four valves of the heart that work in unison to regulate blood flow into the heart and also serves as a separator between the heart’s main pumping chamber and the main artery. In patients who suffer from Aortic Valve Replacement surgery , expert and immediate care are recommended for the heart to keep functioning properly. Although the treatments for Aortic Valve Replacement are dependent on the severity of the patient, the primary aim is to stagnate or stop the damage after a thorough study of the factors for an aortic valve repair. After a thorough diagnosis, the concerned surgeon would also discuss the impact and procedures with the patient in order to make sure that not only the surgery but also the type of valve being used to replace the damaged one with, all-together leads to a rewarding experience.  The types of diseases that would require Aortic Valve Replacement Surgery include:  Regurgitation : In case of a leakage in the valve the b...