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Woman before knee surgery
Mr Graham Walsh

Por Mr Graham Walsh
07.11.24
Traumatólogo

Daycase knee and improving healthcare pathways through digitalisation

If you’re considering knee surgery, you may feel concerned about the time spent in hospital and the recovery process. Fortunately, advancements in healthcare are making it possible for many patients to undergo daycase knee procedures—meaning you can have surgery and return home on the same day. This approach not only minimises hospital stays but also promotes faster healing in the comfort of your own surroundings. Additionally, digitalisation in healthcare is enhancing these experiences by creating smoother, more efficient pathways for patients. Let’s explore how daycase knee procedures and digitalisation are transforming knee surgery care.

hip replacement prevention
Mr Farid Ud-Din

Por Mr Farid Ud-Din
06.11.24
Reumatólogo

The best exercises to prevent a hip replacement

The hips are major joints in the pelvis that support weight and are used constantly for movement and sitting. When they are impaired, it can greatly reduce mobility and cause a lot of pain. Whilst issues in the hips can be addressed by hip replacement, this procedure can be avoided altogether, or at least delayed, through a regime of exercises and stretches to protect and strengthen the hips. In this article, a leading trauma and orthopaedic surgeon suggest some exercises you can try to protect your hips.

chronic cough
Redacción de Top Doctors

Redacción de Top Doctors

Living with chronic cough: causes, challenges, and breakthrough treatments

Chronic coughing is defined as a persistent cough that lasts for at least eight weeks in adults and four weeks in children. They can disrupt sleep, breathing, and the general comfort of a patient, leading to fatigue and rawness of the throat. In extreme cases, they can even cause vomiting, dizziness, and rib fractures from the force of coughing. In this article, a leading pulmonologist goes over possible causes of chronic coughing, and the methods of treating it.

Woman suffering from obstructive bronchitis
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Neumología

Obstructive bronchitis: A comprehensive guide

Obstructive bronchitis is a common respiratory condition that affects the airways in the lungs, leading to difficulty breathing, persistent cough, and discomfort. For those who may be experiencing these symptoms, it’s important to understand what obstructive bronchitis is, how it develops, and what can be done to manage it. This article will explore the causes, diagnosis, and treatment options for obstructive bronchitis, as well as steps you can take to reduce your risk of developing this condition.

Mrs Ritu Rana

Por Mrs Ritu Rana
06.11.24
Ginecólogo

What is menopause and when does it happen?

Menopause is a natural phase in a woman’s life that marks the end of her menstrual cycles. It typically occurs between the ages of 45 and 55, although some women experience it earlier or later. Menopause is diagnosed when a woman has gone without a period for 12 consecutive months, and it signals that the ovaries have stopped releasing eggs and producing the hormones oestrogen and progesterone. These hormonal changes can lead to various physical and emotional symptoms, which can affect everyday life.

Surgeon performing keyhole surgery for hernia.
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Cirugía general

The benefits of keyhole surgery for hernia

Keyhole surgery, also known as laparoscopic surgery, is a minimally invasive technique frequently used for hernia repairs. By using small incisions, this technique allows surgeons to insert a laparoscope (a small camera) and specialised surgical tools to repair the hernia, without the need for a large open incision. Keyhole surgery is commonly chosen over open surgery due to several significant advantages.

women after targeted therapy for ovarian cancer
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Redacción de Top Doctors
Oncología Radioterápica

How can targeted therapy treat ovarian cancer

Ovarian cancer is one of the most challenging cancers to treat, but advances in medicine are creating new hope. One of the most promising approaches today is called targeted therapy. Unlike traditional chemotherapy, which attacks all rapidly dividing cells (including healthy ones), targeted therapy homes in on specific molecules within cancer cells to stop the disease's growth. Here’s an overview of how targeted therapy works, what options are available, and what to consider when discussing this treatment with your medical team.

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