Robotic Surgery
The other term of robotic surgery is robot-assisted surgery. Advanced computer technology combines with the experience of skilled surgeons in this procedure. The doctors can perform many types of complex procedures with more precision, control and flexibility in this method. Minimally invasive surgeries are normally associated with robotic surgery. However, in some traditional open surgical procedures, robotic surgery is also [...]
Liver Transplant
The doctor replaces a patient’s diseased liver with a whole or partial healthy liver from another person during a liver transplant. When there is a problem in the liver function or liver failure, liver transplant becomes necessary. There can be a long term problem that leads to liver failure. If there is viral hepatitis, drug-induced injury or infection, it can [...]
Overweight & Bariatric Surgery
If a person has a body mass index (BMI) greater than or equal to 25, it is considered overweight. A simple index of weight-for-height commonly used to classify overweight and obesity in adults is called BMI. The calculation of this is done by dividing a person’s weight in kilograms by the square of his height in meters. If there is [...]
Acute Pancreatitis
A small organ located behind the stomach, which helps in digestion, is called the pancreas. In many people, the pancreas becomes inflamed (swollen) over a short period of time. This condition is known as acute pancreatitis. The people who have severe acute pancreatitis can suffer from serious complications. The medical tourism companies in Kolkata provide the necessary support to the [...]
Bone Marrow Transplant
Sometimes, the bone marrow in our body gets damaged or destroyed by disease, infection or chemotherapy. In such cases, a doctor often suggests replacing the bone marrow. The replacement of bone marrow is known as a bone marrow transplant. In this procedure, the doctor transplants the blood stem cells, which travel to the bone marrow. They produce new blood cells [...]
Hip Replacement
The procedure in which a surgeon removes the damaged sections of your hip joint and replaces them with parts normally constructed of metal, ceramic and very hard plastic is known as hip replacement. There is a major role of artificial joint (prosthesis) in reducing pain and improving function. If your hip pain makes it difficult to perform daily activities and [...]
Kidney Transplant
The two bean-shaped organs located just below the rib cage on each side of the spine are called kidneys. The filtering and removal of waste, minerals and fluids from the blood through the urine is the main function of them. There can be the accumulation of harmful levels of fluid and waste in your body if the kidneys cannot filter [...]
Top Medical Tourism Destinations in India
As medical tourism is concerned, India is a rising player since the last few years. The best healthcare facilities as per the international standards are available here. The waiting time needed for medical treatment is much less here. There are highly efficient healthcare professionals and modern medical equipment available in all the hospitals where international patients come for treatment. Here [...]
Some Things to know about India’s Medical Tourism
For medical treatments, India has been attracting foreign patients for many years. The volume of medical tourists is on a rise worldwide and India’s medical tourism is also increasing. Before discussing the medical tourism scenario in India, let us first understand medical tourism. Health and wellness tourism is another name for medical tourism. The industry in which for medical, dental [...]
India- The Global Health Care Hub
The world has been praising India for picturesque locales, rich heritage, vibrant culture and warm hospitality. A number of global travellers make it a point to visit India. In India, there has been a recent increase in medical tourism. The revenue from it will reach about USD 9 billion by 2020. This has initiated the inception of many medical tourism [...]