Rare Heart Procedure Saves Pregnant Woman and Baby in Trichy
A 21-year-old pregnant woman with hypertrophic cardiomyopathy underwent a high-risk Alcohol Septal Ablation at Kauvery Hospital Heartcity in Trichy, saving both mother and child.
Category : Medical News
Amritsar Hospital Shares Robot-Aided Knee Replacement Success
A hospital in Amritsar highlights successful outcomes from robot-assisted knee replacement surgeries, improving patient recovery and precision in orthopedic care.
Affordable Weight-Loss Drugs Launch in India After Patent Expiry
India's anti-obesity market is set for a price war as Sun Pharma, Zydus, and others launch generic versions of Wegovy and Ozempic, with prices expected to drop by 50%.
Forceps Left in Patient: Medical Board to Investigate Surgical Lapse
A medical board will investigate a surgical lapse at Vandanam Medical College Hospital where a forceps was left in a patient's abdomen for five years. The board includes experts from multiple medical colleges.
Doctor's Duty Ends in Chatra Air Ambulance Crash Tragedy
Dr. Vikas Kumar Gupta, a 34-year-old anaesthetist, died in a fatal air ambulance crash near Simaria after stepping in last-minute to accompany a patient to Delhi, highlighting his dedication to medical duty.
Manipal Hospital Opens Pediatric Cancer & BMT Unit
Kasturba Hospital's Shirdi Saibaba Cancer Centre in Manipal has launched a dedicated pediatric oncology bone marrow transplant unit and specialized operation theatre, featuring advanced infrastructure and international-standard facilities for complex canc
Dipika Kakar's Liver Cyst: Shoaib Ibrahim Updates on Her Health
Actress Dipika Kakar faces a new health scare with a 1.3 cm liver cyst, diagnosed after severe pain. Husband Shoaib Ibrahim confirms she's fine post-procedure, emphasizing the importance of regular check-ups.
Sterling Hospitals, Rotary Club Host Cancer Awareness Walk
Sterling Hospitals' Sindhubhavan unit in Ahmedabad partnered with the Rotary Club for a large-scale cancer awareness walkathon, aiming to educate the public and promote early detection.
KGMU Debuts Tech for Hidden Heart Vessel Blockages
KGMU's cardiology department launches Coroventis System, a first in Uttar Pradesh, to detect and treat INOCA, addressing undetected blockages and spasms in small heart vessels, benefiting 150-200 patients monthly.
KGMU Pediatric Surgery Launches Robotic Surgery Program
King George's Medical University introduces robotic surgery in pediatric department, successfully treating 7-year-old boy with bilateral inguinal hernia using advanced technology.
Liver Transplant at KGMU with SGPGI Donor Organ Saves Life
A 35-year-old liver cirrhosis patient received a life-saving transplant at KGMU using a liver harvested from a brain-dead donor at SGPGI. The complex surgery was successful, with the patient now stable and off ventilator support.
Medical Evacuation Flight Crashes in Jharkhand, 7 Dead
A medical evacuation flight from Ranchi to Delhi crashed in Jharkhand's Chatra district, killing all seven people onboard. The aircraft lost contact after requesting deviation due to bad weather.
IIT Jodhpur: Human Protein Prevents Bacterial Biofilm Formation
Researchers at IIT Jodhpur discovered β2-microglobulin, a natural human protein, prevents bacteria from forming antibiotic-resistant biofilms, offering new treatment strategies for chronic infections.
Toddler's Death Sparks Medical Negligence Allegations in Kerala
A two-and-a-half-year-old girl, Ayesha Fathima, died after treatment at a private hospital in Kattakada, leading to police case and allegations of medical negligence by parents.
IISc Maps Brain Circuit: Stress Reduces Itching
Scientists at IISc Bengaluru have discovered a brain circuit where stress neurons reduce itching in mice, offering insights for chronic itch treatments like psoriasis.
Air Ambulance Crash in Jharkhand: 7 Onboard to Delhi
An air ambulance carrying seven people crashed near Simaria in Jharkhand while en route from Ranchi to Delhi. Authorities are investigating the cause of the tragic incident.
Rare Bloodless Heart Surgery on Bombay Blood Group Patient at Kauvery
Kauvery Hospital Vadapalani successfully performed a rare combined heart surgery without blood transfusion on a 69-year-old patient with the rare Bombay blood group, showcasing advanced medical expertise.
Experts Discuss Palm Oil Health Aspects at Gurugram Seminar
Leading medical and scientific experts convened in Gurugram to discuss the health and nutritional aspects of palm oil, addressing its role in diets and industry applications.
Vefa Lifesciences Launches Neurovorin 15 in India
Vefa Lifesciences introduces Neurovorin 15, a leucovorin calcium injection, in India to treat folate deficiency and support cancer chemotherapy.
Kauvery Hospital Treats Rare Pancreatic Tumour with Tech
Kauvery Hospital successfully treated a rare pancreatic tumour, a VIPoma, using advanced technology after a patient presented with severe giddiness and low blood sugar.
AI Study of 30,000 CT Scans Improves Heart Care Strategies
A groundbreaking AI-based analysis of over 30,000 CT coronary angiograms has refined how doctors choose between medication, stenting, and bypass surgery, emphasizing plaque nature and CT-FFR technology.
NMC Mandates Corpus Fund, Tighter Rules for Medical Colleges
The National Medical Commission proposes mandatory corpus funds for new medical colleges and will reject incomplete applications outright to ensure financial stability and regulatory compliance.
Airway Stenosis Risk After Ventilator Use: Doctors Issue Warning
Medical experts at the Indo-US Airway Conclave-2026 warn that patients on prolonged ventilator support in ICUs may develop airway stenosis, a dangerous narrowing of the windpipe. Symptoms like breathlessness and hoarse voice can appear weeks after hospita
SGPGIMS Lucknow's First Multi-Organ Donation in 20 Years
Sanjay Gandhi Postgraduate Institute of Medical Sciences in Lucknow performed its first multi-organ donation in two decades after the wife of a brain-dead patient consented. The liver, kidneys, and corneas were successfully retrieved and transplanted.
NMC Approves 24 Super Specialty PG Seats for J&K Medical Colleges
The National Medical Commission has approved 24 new super specialty postgraduate seats for medical colleges in Jammu and Kashmir, enhancing healthcare education and services in the region.
Vadodara Hospital Cures NRI's Eating Fear with Salivary Stone Surgery
A 26-year-old NRI from Australia suffered from meal-time syndrome, where thoughts of food caused jaw swelling. GMERS Hospital in Vadodara used sialendoscopy to treat him, becoming India's top public center for this minimally invasive procedure.
Kerala Panel Clears Doctor in Forceps Left Inside Patient
A committee at Alappuzha government medical college has exonerated Dr Shahida of negligence after artery forceps were found inside a patient's abdomen post-surgery in 2021, citing proper procedures were followed.
Kerala Doctors Intensify Protest Over Suspended Gynaecologist
KGMOA intensifies protest over Dr. Bindu Sundar's suspension, boycotting outpatient services and threatening festival duty boycott. Allegations include medical negligence in newborn death and patient misconduct.
Kochi Student Dies After Eating Bakery Puffs
A 21-year-old logistics student in Kochi collapsed and died at home after consuming puffs from a bakery. Police are investigating the cause of death.
First Tandem Stem Cell Transplant for Rare Pediatric Brain Tumor in India
Homi Bhabha Cancer Hospital achieves a medical milestone with a rare tandem autologous stem cell transplant on a 3-year-old girl with aggressive ETMR brain tumor, likely the first such procedure documented in India.
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