Telemedicine for Retinal Screening: A Game-Changer for Eye and Overall Health Telemedicine-driven retinal screening is transforming how we detect and manage eye diseases like diabetic retinopathy (DR). By combining advanced
Contracture deformity is the result of stiffness or constrictions in the connective tissues of the body due to contracted soft tissues or skin over a moving joint. The soft tissues
Cancer can affect the spine bone (vertebra) just like any other tissue in the body.
Ptosis is the inability of the upper eyelids to open fully and is externally seen as droopy eyes. It is also known as blepharoptosis and caused by the weakness or
The skin covers the whole human body and protects it from external damages and infectious diseases. It has different cell types suitably created to adapt our body parts to different
Total Knee Replacement (TKR) surgery is a transformative solution for individuals suffering from chronic knee pain and reduced mobility due to conditions like osteoarthritis. In this blog, we will delve
Frozen shoulder, also called adhesive capsulitis, is a common but often misunderstood ailment that can significantly impact your daily life. Today, let’s unravel the mystery behind who is at risk
ABSTRACT The proportion of the elderly in the population has been steadily increasing globally. In Singapore, it is estimated that a quarter of the population will be older than 65
Introduction Colon polyps are small growths that develop on the inner lining of the colon. While most polyps are benign, some can develop into cancer over time. Therefore, it is
Radiotherapy, a cornerstone in the arsenal against cancer, has evolved significantly over the years. In the treatment of common cancers, various types of radiotherapy techniques are employed, each with its
Breast screening aims to detect cancer when it is still early. Mammograms are used for this purpose. Younger women with dense breast tissue may have supplementary breast ultrasound performed as
Cirrhosis of the liver refers to the scarring of the liver causing poor liver function and development of various liver diseases caused by conditions such as alcohol abuse, fatty liver
A vitrectomy is a microsurgical procedure done by a Vitreo-Retinal surgeon. This means that surgery is done under a microscope using miniaturized instruments by a specialist surgeon trained specifically for
He was at the peak of his career, with a loving wife and young children. But work was demanding, he smoked to relieve stress and he had little time to
He had a history of gastric reflux and had experienced “heartburn” before, which he knew was just due to the backflow of acid from the stomach into his swallowing tract
Heart failure (HF) affects 1-2 per cent of population, and more than 10% of patients above 70 years old. Life time risk for developing HF for males at age 55
Total Knee Replacement Surgery-Knee replacement is a type of joint replacement surgery whereby the degenerated and damaged knee is replaced with an artificial knee. Knee replacement is one of the
Thyroid and Parathyroid Surgery Thyroid and Parathyroid surgery involves the care and surgical management of diseases found in the thyroid and parathyroid glands. Lumps (nodules) growing in the thyroid is
CHEST (THORACIC) SURGERY – The MediastinumChest surgery refers to surgery performed by specialists (thoracic surgeons) for organs in the chest. This includes lungs heart, oesophagus, diaphragm and nerves.There is a
What Is Aortic Stenosis Aortic Stenosis & Treatment Options-The heart’s main function is to pump blood to the rest of your body. The heart contains four valves. Each valve usually
Cytoreductive surgery and Hyperthermic Intra-peritoneal Chemotherapy (CRS & HIPEC) refers to a procedure that entails surgical removal of all visible disease within the abdominal cavity, followed by instillation of heated
Shoulder joint replacement is a type of surgery that removes the damaged cartilage and bone in your shoulder joint and replaces them with an artificial shoulder consisting of metal and
How common are these two conditions? Helicobacter pylori is a common chronic bacterial infection that is present in up to 31% of Singaporeans . Vietnam is a high H. pylori
The alimentary canal or gastrointestinal/digestive tract runs from the mouth to the anus, including the oesophagus, stomach and intestines. This is the pathway where food enters the body and solid
Small-cell-lung cancer is an aggressive lung cancer that almost always occurs in chronic smokers. It grows rapidly and patients with advanced disease succumb to the disease within 3 months if
Alzheimer’s disease is an epidemic with large financial and social impact on the patient and families involved. It is estimated that 1 in 9 people above the age of 65
The origins of robotic surgery date back to over 50 years ago, and today these surgeries play a significant role in a number of disciplines, including urology.
A biopsy may be necessary if there is a lung nodule. The approach depends on the location of the suspected tumour. If the tumour is central, then it can be
Anatomy The lungs are a pair of organs in the chest whose primary function is for breathing. The linings of the lungs are called pleura. On each breath, the diaphragm
Cerebral Brain Aneurysms – CT Scans and MRI To assess and diagnose a possible brain aneurysm in Singapore, Dr. Manish Taneja conducts a CT scan(computed tomography) or an MRI(magnetic resonance
An ultra-minimally invasive form of surgical treatment for cervical, thoracic and lumbar herniated disc, sciatica(radiculopathy) , spinal stenosis, cervical radiculopathy and/or myelopathy and other spinal conditions leading to pain and
Sleep is a natural phenomenon and we take it for granted. Sleep has many functions and helps in mental, emotional and physical wellbeing. Inadequate quality or quantity of sleep can
Find out more about when a common headache need medical attention with Dr. Manish Taneja from Asia Brain Spine and Nerve Medical Centre. Dr. Taneja is a Specialist in Interventional Neuroradiology and
Did You Know ? Excerpt taken from an article contributed by Dr Victor Lee; Specialist in Liver, Gallstones and Hernia Bile Duct Cancer is the second most common primary liver
Shoulder arthritis is a common form of joint pain that affects millions of people each year. It is typically caused by wear and tear of the cartilage in the shoulder
MENISCAL REPAIR Preservation of Healthy Meniscus Tissue For Better Mobility A meniscal tear may commonly occur from forceful twisting of the knee during sports or from repetitive movements in an
The importance of early detection is key to managing and treating lung cancer, particularly in non-smokers. This is especially true in the Asian population, where the mortality rates are higher
Prostate cancer is one of the most common cancers among men. An approximate 1 in 9 men will be diagnosed with prostate cancer in his lifetime, and it is one
Cervical cancer is a cancer which develops in the neck of the womb. Although it is the tenth most common cancer in Singaporean women, its prevalence has steadily declined over
Cancer Screening-Learn more about why screening is for healthy people and the purpose of having regular screening for cancer. Besides his daily schedule as a medical oncologist, Dr. John Chia is extremely active
The recent report of a slightly increased risks of myocarditis or pericarditis in adolescents and young adults following the COVID 19 vaccination have resulted in more interest in this condition.
An Aortic Dissection is a serious condition in which a tear occurs in the inner layer of a weakened area of your aorta,the body’s main artery. Blood rushes through the
The mention of robotic surgery conjures images of a science-fiction movie where high-tech robots perform medical feats. Contrary to popular belief, robot-assisted total knee replacement (“TKR”) surgeries are not performed
For this article, Medicus’ patient case manager had the chance to visit Quantum Medical Imaging to ask Dr Su Ann LEE on imaging technologies and how it benefits the patients and help doctors in
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