A sling operation performed during vaginal prolapse surgery reduces the chances of post-operative urinary incontinence; however, it is associated with serious adverse effects. Prolapse is a condition ...

Brent Chapman, a 33-year-old from North Vancouver in Canada, is one of the first Canadians to undergo osteoodonto keratoprosthesis (OOKP), commonly known as tooth-in-eye surgery. Initially sceptical, ...

Sinus surgery is a surgical procedure used to treat chronic sinusitis orchronic rhinosinusitis (many prefer this new term for the condition). It is chronic because it fails to respond to treatment ...

An emergency meeting was convened by the medical superintendent of the hospital. (Representative image: PTI) Three patients had died within 24 hours of undergoing surgery at the BHU hospital here and ...

Three patients had died within 24 hours of undergoing surgery at the BHU hospital here and the condition of six others had deteriorated. The Banaras Hindu University (BHU) authorities decided to close ...

Doctors and medical researchers have long pointed o how essential sleep is for good health and how a chronic lack of sleep can lead to many health problems. Now, a team of scientists has demonstrated ...

A 22-year-old HIV-positive man with spinal tuberculosis got a new lease life after undergoing a four-hour surgery, which was streamed live as part of an international event hosted online, the ...

Surgery can be a daunting experience for many, whether it’s your first time or you’re familiar with the process. Being prepared and understanding what to expect ahead of time can alleviate stress and ...

Washington: Lowering the amount of noise in the operating room (OR) may have a good effect on a child's behaviour, including fewer temper tantrums and increased willingness to eat, in the days ...

A healthy diet coupled with regular workouts is the cornerstone of weight loss. It is the golden rule for maintaining a healthy body weight too. However, these lifestyle measures are not enough for ...

A team of doctors at the All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS) Delhi successfully performed a rare and intricate surgery to remove two extra lower limbs from a 17-year-old boy. The rare ...