Prostate is a walnut-shaped gland found only in males. It is located below the bladder and in
front of the rectum. The Prostate is a reproductive organ that produces seminal fluid that helps
nourish and transport sperm.
Prostate is a walnut-shaped gland found only in males. It is located below the bladder and in
front of the rectum. The Prostate is a reproductive organ that produces seminal fluid that helps
nourish and transport sperm.
Prostate Cancer Clinic:
When it comes to Prostate Cancer, variation in clinical treatment and consultation often leads to unwanted confusion. This is why P.D. Hinduja Hospital & Research Centre, Khar has created a dedicated Prostate Cancer Clinic with a Multi-Disciplinary Team (MDT).
The primary goal of this Prostate Cancer Clinic is to offer well-balanced evidence-based consultation. We maintain an open and interactive procedure, with all clinical specialists present at the same time. Shared decisions about the risk and benefits of each treatment can decrease distress and post-treatment regrets.
With a team-based approach and a patient-based treatment, you can get personalised treatment, no repetitive testing, improved communication and most importantly - a hassle free experience.
Our team of experts include Dr. Ganesh Bakshi (Consultant - Uro-Oncology) and Dr. Vivek Anand (Consultant - Radiation Oncology)
Timings:
Thursdays, 2:00pm to 4:00pm
For appointments, dial 022 - 4510 8989 / 6154 8989
This document discusses prostate cancer and provides information on screening and treatment. It begins by defining the prostate gland and prostate cancer. It then notes that prostate cancer is very common in Nigeria, being the most common cancer in men, and usually presents at a late stage. Screening involves PSA testing and digital rectal exams starting at age 40. If cancer is detected, treatment options depend on the stage and include surgery, radiation, hormone therapy and chemotherapy. Adopting a healthy lifestyle through diet and exercise may help prevent prostate cancer.
This document summarizes a presentation given by Dr. Raphael Nyarkotey Obu on prostate cancer and the church's role in fighting the disease in Ghana. It discusses the anatomy and function of the prostate gland, risk factors for prostate cancer like aging and family history, symptoms of prostate cancer, screening and treatment options, prevention strategies like diet and exercise, and statistics on prostate cancer in Ghana. It also introduces Dr. Obu and his work founding the Men's Health Foundation of Ghana to increase awareness and screening for prostate cancer.
The document discusses prostate cancer facts that men over 40 should know. It explains that prostate cancer is the most common non-skin cancer in American men and the second leading cause of cancer death. While symptoms may not always be present, early detection through annual PSA tests and digital rectal exams starting at age 40 or age 45 for those with risk factors can help find prostate cancer early and increase chances of survival. The document provides information on risk factors like age, race, family history and diet to help men understand their risk and need for screening.
This document provides guidelines for screening, diagnosis, and follow-up of endometrial cancer. It recommends investigating abnormal uterine bleeding with a medical history, physical exam, and initial tests of endometrial biopsy and transvaginal ultrasound if other causes are ruled out. Treatment involves surgery, with chemotherapy and radiation also used for high-grade or advanced cancers. Follow-up care consists of monitoring for recurrence, with routine visits and testing based on cancer type and treatment. Resources for additional information are also provided.
This document discusses prevention of breast and cervical cancer in women. It covers leading causes of death for women, risk factors, screening methods, symptoms, and preventive measures. The key points are:
1) Heart disease, cancer, and stroke are the top three leading causes of death for women. Cancer screening and treatments have improved survival rates to 66% for people diagnosed between 1966-2002.
2) Risk factors for cancer include age, family history, lifestyle factors like smoking, and genetic conditions. Screening methods include self-exams, clinical exams, mammography, and HPV testing to detect cancers early.
3) Preventive measures include vaccinations, safe sexual practices, smoking cessation, healthy
This document provides an overview of prostate cancer, including:
- The prostate's location and function of producing fluid for semen.
- Prostate cancer is defined as the uncontrolled growth of abnormal cells in the prostate.
- Prostate cancer is very common, with over 40,000 new UK cases diagnosed annually.
- Risk factors include age, family history, race, and obesity.
- Screening can find early prostate cancer but tests like PSA and DRE are not very accurate.
- Diagnosis involves a prostate biopsy showing cancer cells and a Gleason score.
- Treatment options range from active surveillance for low-risk cases to surgery, radiation, hormone therapy, and chemotherapy depending on risk
Prostate is a walnut-shaped gland found only in males. It is located below the bladder and in
front of the rectum. The Prostate is a reproductive organ that produces seminal fluid that helps
nourish and transport sperm.
Prostate Cancer Clinic:
When it comes to Prostate Cancer, variation in clinical treatment and consultation often leads to unwanted confusion. This is why P.D. Hinduja Hospital & Research Centre, Khar has created a dedicated Prostate Cancer Clinic with a Multi-Disciplinary Team (MDT).
The primary goal of this Prostate Cancer Clinic is to offer well-balanced evidence-based consultation. We maintain an open and interactive procedure, with all clinical specialists present at the same time. Shared decisions about the risk and benefits of each treatment can decrease distress and post-treatment regrets.
With a team-based approach and a patient-based treatment, you can get personalised treatment, no repetitive testing, improved communication and most importantly - a hassle free experience.
Our team of experts include Dr. Ganesh Bakshi (Consultant - Uro-Oncology) and Dr. Vivek Anand (Consultant - Radiation Oncology)
Timings:
Thursdays, 2:00pm to 4:00pm
For appointments, dial 022 - 4510 8989 / 6154 8989
This document discusses prostate cancer and provides information on screening and treatment. It begins by defining the prostate gland and prostate cancer. It then notes that prostate cancer is very common in Nigeria, being the most common cancer in men, and usually presents at a late stage. Screening involves PSA testing and digital rectal exams starting at age 40. If cancer is detected, treatment options depend on the stage and include surgery, radiation, hormone therapy and chemotherapy. Adopting a healthy lifestyle through diet and exercise may help prevent prostate cancer.
This document summarizes a presentation given by Dr. Raphael Nyarkotey Obu on prostate cancer and the church's role in fighting the disease in Ghana. It discusses the anatomy and function of the prostate gland, risk factors for prostate cancer like aging and family history, symptoms of prostate cancer, screening and treatment options, prevention strategies like diet and exercise, and statistics on prostate cancer in Ghana. It also introduces Dr. Obu and his work founding the Men's Health Foundation of Ghana to increase awareness and screening for prostate cancer.
The document discusses prostate cancer facts that men over 40 should know. It explains that prostate cancer is the most common non-skin cancer in American men and the second leading cause of cancer death. While symptoms may not always be present, early detection through annual PSA tests and digital rectal exams starting at age 40 or age 45 for those with risk factors can help find prostate cancer early and increase chances of survival. The document provides information on risk factors like age, race, family history and diet to help men understand their risk and need for screening.
This document provides guidelines for screening, diagnosis, and follow-up of endometrial cancer. It recommends investigating abnormal uterine bleeding with a medical history, physical exam, and initial tests of endometrial biopsy and transvaginal ultrasound if other causes are ruled out. Treatment involves surgery, with chemotherapy and radiation also used for high-grade or advanced cancers. Follow-up care consists of monitoring for recurrence, with routine visits and testing based on cancer type and treatment. Resources for additional information are also provided.
This document discusses prevention of breast and cervical cancer in women. It covers leading causes of death for women, risk factors, screening methods, symptoms, and preventive measures. The key points are:
1) Heart disease, cancer, and stroke are the top three leading causes of death for women. Cancer screening and treatments have improved survival rates to 66% for people diagnosed between 1966-2002.
2) Risk factors for cancer include age, family history, lifestyle factors like smoking, and genetic conditions. Screening methods include self-exams, clinical exams, mammography, and HPV testing to detect cancers early.
3) Preventive measures include vaccinations, safe sexual practices, smoking cessation, healthy
This document provides an overview of prostate cancer, including:
- The prostate's location and function of producing fluid for semen.
- Prostate cancer is defined as the uncontrolled growth of abnormal cells in the prostate.
- Prostate cancer is very common, with over 40,000 new UK cases diagnosed annually.
- Risk factors include age, family history, race, and obesity.
- Screening can find early prostate cancer but tests like PSA and DRE are not very accurate.
- Diagnosis involves a prostate biopsy showing cancer cells and a Gleason score.
- Treatment options range from active surveillance for low-risk cases to surgery, radiation, hormone therapy, and chemotherapy depending on risk
nside Myriad. At Myriad, our goal is to make a difference in patients' lives and our work has been guided by this mission throughout the Company's history. ... Since 1991, Myriad has invested heavily in educating patients and healthcare professionals about the role genes and proteins play in disease.
Cancer Care Pune provides ethical and evidence-based cancer treatment in Pune, India. They offer a range of cancer treatment services including radiation therapy, chemotherapy, palliative care, and cancer surgery. Their specialists include Dr. Jagdish Shinde, an oncologist with extensive experience and academic records specializing in radiation and clinical oncology. Cancer Care Pune treats many common cancer types and provides information on prostate cancer causes, symptoms, diagnosis, and treatment options.
This document provides information on colorectal and prostate cancer. It discusses normal prostate findings, symptoms of prostate cancer, and prevention strategies like diet and exercise. It also covers subjective data collection for colorectal cancer, statistics on colorectal cancer like incidence and mortality rates, modifiable and non-modifiable risk factors, and physical assessment findings for the colon and rectum. Screening tests for both cancers are also mentioned.
The document discusses carcinoma of the prostate, including:
1. It provides information on prostate anatomy and the distribution and risk factors of prostate cancer.
2. Early detection is important as survival rates are 99% for localized cancer but only 31% once it has spread; screening involves digital rectal exams and PSA tests beginning at age 40-50.
3. Treatment options depend on the stage and grade of cancer, and include watchful waiting, surgery, radiation therapy, and hormone therapy.
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This document provides an overview of cancer principles and concepts in Kenya. It discusses Kenya's health policy goals to address rising non-communicable diseases like cancer. Cancer arises due to uncontrolled cell growth and can spread through the body. Risk factors include genetics, behaviors, age, and environmental exposures. Diagnosis relies on tissue biopsy. Cancer management involves multidisciplinary teams. Prevention strategies include screening and avoiding risk factors. Genetic testing can assess cancer risk in families with predispositions. The cell cycle is important to understand cancer development.
Colon cancer is the second leading cause of cancer deaths in the US. Regular screening can reduce the risk of death from colon cancer by 33% as it allows early detection and removal of pre-cancerous polyps. Dr. Rajiv Datta of the Gertrude & Louis Feil Cancer Center specializes in colon cancer surgery using minimally invasive techniques when possible and advocates for regular screening colonoscopies. Follow-up care after treatment including physical exams, colonoscopies, and CEA blood tests is important to monitor for recurrence of colon cancer.
Cancer Awareness - Kaplan University Dept. of Public Healthsmtibor
Cancer awareness, including general definitions, detection, prevention, treatment, and risk factors. Emphasis on skin and prostate cancers and at-risk populations.
Advances in Diagnosis & Imaging Impacting Cancer Treatment Dr.Harsha Doddihal
This document discusses advances in cancer diagnosis and treatment. It covers new diagnostic techniques like advanced pathology using techniques like IHC, FISH, and genomic assays that provide more molecular information about tumors. Imaging techniques like PET scans are now able to more precisely define tumors and monitor treatment response. The document also discusses the shifting treatment paradigm towards personalized and targeted therapies that act on specific molecular pathways identified as disrupted in a patient's cancer. Several new targeted drugs approved in recent years are mentioned along with the biomarkers they target like HER2, BCR-ABL, MEK, PI3K, VEGF receptors.
Overview and Pharmacotherapy of Prostate Cancer (based on NCCN 2012 guideline...hyunik116
This presentation was the prostate cancer lecture for the oncology therapeutics course (31:725:560) that was presented to the class of 2014 PharmD students at the Ernest Mario School of Pharmacy.
I really enjoyed researching and preparing this lecture for the students, and hope you also will find at least something useful in this presentation.
This document discusses genetic testing guidelines for breast and ovarian cancer. It provides an overview of current guidelines from organizations like USPSTF, NCCN, ACOG, and NICE. The USPSTF recommends testing only for those with a suggestive family history. NCCN guidelines provide more detailed criteria for testing breast cancer patients. Studies have found a high percentage (around 10%) of Ashkenazi Jewish women with breast cancer carry BRCA mutations, suggesting all such women should undergo genetic testing. Overall, the guidelines are evolving to expand testing to more patients as the therapeutic implications of mutations are better understood.
Cancer Awareness By Ms. Susmita Mitra
This is part of the HELP Talk series at HELP,Health Education Library for People, the worlds largest free patient education library www.healthlibrary.com.
For info log on to www.healthlibrary.com.
This document summarizes a randomized clinical trial comparing conventional and hypofractionated radiation therapy schedules for low-risk prostate cancer. The trial assigned patients to either 73.8 Gy in 41 fractions over 8.2 weeks (conventional) or 70 Gy in 28 fractions over 5.6 weeks (hypofractionated). The primary objective was to determine if the hypofractionated schedule was non-inferior to conventional in terms of efficacy. Over 1,000 patients were stratified by prostate-specific antigen level, Gleason score, and radiation modality before randomization. The trial was designed so that the biological effective doses of the two arms would be equal assuming an alpha-beta ratio of 10 for prostate cancer.
This document discusses cancer screening for seniors and whether it makes sense. It notes that reasons not to screen everyone include costs, potential harms from false positives or procedures, and factors related to life expectancy and health status. It provides examples of famous people who died of pancreatic cancer and notes that screening for pancreatic cancer is not recommended. It asks questions about the most common cancers, typical cancer ages, beneficial screening tests, and best screening advice. It discusses stopping screening at age 75 but continuing for those expected to live 10 more years. It provides resources on cancer screening guidelines.
Peritoneal cancer affects the lining of the abdominal cavity. It commonly involves ovarian cancer treated with HIPEC (Hyperthermic Intraperitoneal Chemotherapy). HIPEC administers heated chemotherapy directly to the abdomen after tumor removal, improving survival rates and reducing cancer recurrence.
An Investigation of the Knowledge and Opinions of British Men Regarding Pros...Jedrik Martinez
The document is a dissertation that investigates the knowledge and opinions of British men regarding prostate cancer. It includes the following key points:
- The study surveyed 25 British men and found that most (76%) lacked knowledge about the causes of prostate cancer, though some knew family history and age were factors.
- Regarding screening and treatment, only 12% knew there is no screening program in the UK, while 68% did not know the treatment options.
- However, the men showed positive attitudes, as 80% were willing to undergo screening, 96% felt comfortable talking about prostate cancer, and most said they would not treat someone with prostate cancer differently.
The document discusses breast cancer genomics and the Oncotype DX test. It provides examples of three patient cases where the Oncotype DX Recurrence Score helped determine treatment. For the first patient, a score of 4 meant she was low risk and hormonal therapy alone was sufficient. For the second patient, a high score of 34 helped convince her that chemotherapy was beneficial. The third patient's intermediate score of 25 meant the benefits of chemotherapy needed further consideration based on her individual factors. The document emphasizes how genomic assays like Oncotype DX can predict response to therapy and help determine the most appropriate treatment.
The incidence of cancer has been rising alarmingly for the last few decades. In India, more than 1200 cancer deaths are reported every day. Cancer can be removed from the body by surgery, provided it is detected early enough when the tumour is localised. Although it is extremely difficult to detect cancer in such an early stage, still the most important step in our fight against cancer remains its early detection.
For more information: www.cancertame.com
This document provides an overview and updates on prostate cancer pharmacotherapies. It discusses the anatomy and physiology of the prostate, risk factors for prostate cancer like diet and genetics, screening methods including PSA tests and digital rectal exams, diagnostic workup involving imaging and biopsies, tumor staging using Gleason scores and TNM classification, and treatment strategies at different stages including radiation, surgery, and hormone therapies. Controversies around PSA screening and increasing legal risks for failure to diagnose are also reviewed.
This document provides information about prostate cancer, including:
- It is a cancer that occurs in the prostate gland and is one of the most common cancers in men. While some types grow slowly, others can spread quickly.
- Risk factors include age, family history, and race. Many times it causes no symptoms but can sometimes cause urinary or sexual issues.
- Diagnosis involves exams, blood tests, and biopsies. Treatment depends on stage but can include surgery, radiation, hormone therapy, chemotherapy, and active surveillance. Complications may include incontinence and erectile dysfunction. Prevention focuses on diet, exercise, and weight control.
P.D. Hinduja Hospital and Medical Research Centre, celebrated as Mumbai's foremost healthcare hub, is synonymous with excellence. Acknowledged as the city's best hospital, it hosts a stellar plastic surgery department, home to the best plastic and cosmetic surgeons in Mumbai.
P.D. Hinduja Hospital in Khar, Mumbai, is among the Best Hospitals in Mumbai, known for exceptional healthcare services and cutting-edge medical expertise. It offers a wide range of specialized treatments and top-notch technology.
nside Myriad. At Myriad, our goal is to make a difference in patients' lives and our work has been guided by this mission throughout the Company's history. ... Since 1991, Myriad has invested heavily in educating patients and healthcare professionals about the role genes and proteins play in disease.
Cancer Care Pune provides ethical and evidence-based cancer treatment in Pune, India. They offer a range of cancer treatment services including radiation therapy, chemotherapy, palliative care, and cancer surgery. Their specialists include Dr. Jagdish Shinde, an oncologist with extensive experience and academic records specializing in radiation and clinical oncology. Cancer Care Pune treats many common cancer types and provides information on prostate cancer causes, symptoms, diagnosis, and treatment options.
This document provides information on colorectal and prostate cancer. It discusses normal prostate findings, symptoms of prostate cancer, and prevention strategies like diet and exercise. It also covers subjective data collection for colorectal cancer, statistics on colorectal cancer like incidence and mortality rates, modifiable and non-modifiable risk factors, and physical assessment findings for the colon and rectum. Screening tests for both cancers are also mentioned.
The document discusses carcinoma of the prostate, including:
1. It provides information on prostate anatomy and the distribution and risk factors of prostate cancer.
2. Early detection is important as survival rates are 99% for localized cancer but only 31% once it has spread; screening involves digital rectal exams and PSA tests beginning at age 40-50.
3. Treatment options depend on the stage and grade of cancer, and include watchful waiting, surgery, radiation therapy, and hormone therapy.
1. cancer care.pdf medical surgical nursing 1akoeljames8543
This document provides an overview of cancer principles and concepts in Kenya. It discusses Kenya's health policy goals to address rising non-communicable diseases like cancer. Cancer arises due to uncontrolled cell growth and can spread through the body. Risk factors include genetics, behaviors, age, and environmental exposures. Diagnosis relies on tissue biopsy. Cancer management involves multidisciplinary teams. Prevention strategies include screening and avoiding risk factors. Genetic testing can assess cancer risk in families with predispositions. The cell cycle is important to understand cancer development.
Colon cancer is the second leading cause of cancer deaths in the US. Regular screening can reduce the risk of death from colon cancer by 33% as it allows early detection and removal of pre-cancerous polyps. Dr. Rajiv Datta of the Gertrude & Louis Feil Cancer Center specializes in colon cancer surgery using minimally invasive techniques when possible and advocates for regular screening colonoscopies. Follow-up care after treatment including physical exams, colonoscopies, and CEA blood tests is important to monitor for recurrence of colon cancer.
Cancer Awareness - Kaplan University Dept. of Public Healthsmtibor
Cancer awareness, including general definitions, detection, prevention, treatment, and risk factors. Emphasis on skin and prostate cancers and at-risk populations.
Advances in Diagnosis & Imaging Impacting Cancer Treatment Dr.Harsha Doddihal
This document discusses advances in cancer diagnosis and treatment. It covers new diagnostic techniques like advanced pathology using techniques like IHC, FISH, and genomic assays that provide more molecular information about tumors. Imaging techniques like PET scans are now able to more precisely define tumors and monitor treatment response. The document also discusses the shifting treatment paradigm towards personalized and targeted therapies that act on specific molecular pathways identified as disrupted in a patient's cancer. Several new targeted drugs approved in recent years are mentioned along with the biomarkers they target like HER2, BCR-ABL, MEK, PI3K, VEGF receptors.
Overview and Pharmacotherapy of Prostate Cancer (based on NCCN 2012 guideline...hyunik116
This presentation was the prostate cancer lecture for the oncology therapeutics course (31:725:560) that was presented to the class of 2014 PharmD students at the Ernest Mario School of Pharmacy.
I really enjoyed researching and preparing this lecture for the students, and hope you also will find at least something useful in this presentation.
This document discusses genetic testing guidelines for breast and ovarian cancer. It provides an overview of current guidelines from organizations like USPSTF, NCCN, ACOG, and NICE. The USPSTF recommends testing only for those with a suggestive family history. NCCN guidelines provide more detailed criteria for testing breast cancer patients. Studies have found a high percentage (around 10%) of Ashkenazi Jewish women with breast cancer carry BRCA mutations, suggesting all such women should undergo genetic testing. Overall, the guidelines are evolving to expand testing to more patients as the therapeutic implications of mutations are better understood.
Cancer Awareness By Ms. Susmita Mitra
This is part of the HELP Talk series at HELP,Health Education Library for People, the worlds largest free patient education library www.healthlibrary.com.
For info log on to www.healthlibrary.com.
This document summarizes a randomized clinical trial comparing conventional and hypofractionated radiation therapy schedules for low-risk prostate cancer. The trial assigned patients to either 73.8 Gy in 41 fractions over 8.2 weeks (conventional) or 70 Gy in 28 fractions over 5.6 weeks (hypofractionated). The primary objective was to determine if the hypofractionated schedule was non-inferior to conventional in terms of efficacy. Over 1,000 patients were stratified by prostate-specific antigen level, Gleason score, and radiation modality before randomization. The trial was designed so that the biological effective doses of the two arms would be equal assuming an alpha-beta ratio of 10 for prostate cancer.
This document discusses cancer screening for seniors and whether it makes sense. It notes that reasons not to screen everyone include costs, potential harms from false positives or procedures, and factors related to life expectancy and health status. It provides examples of famous people who died of pancreatic cancer and notes that screening for pancreatic cancer is not recommended. It asks questions about the most common cancers, typical cancer ages, beneficial screening tests, and best screening advice. It discusses stopping screening at age 75 but continuing for those expected to live 10 more years. It provides resources on cancer screening guidelines.
Peritoneal cancer affects the lining of the abdominal cavity. It commonly involves ovarian cancer treated with HIPEC (Hyperthermic Intraperitoneal Chemotherapy). HIPEC administers heated chemotherapy directly to the abdomen after tumor removal, improving survival rates and reducing cancer recurrence.
An Investigation of the Knowledge and Opinions of British Men Regarding Pros...Jedrik Martinez
The document is a dissertation that investigates the knowledge and opinions of British men regarding prostate cancer. It includes the following key points:
- The study surveyed 25 British men and found that most (76%) lacked knowledge about the causes of prostate cancer, though some knew family history and age were factors.
- Regarding screening and treatment, only 12% knew there is no screening program in the UK, while 68% did not know the treatment options.
- However, the men showed positive attitudes, as 80% were willing to undergo screening, 96% felt comfortable talking about prostate cancer, and most said they would not treat someone with prostate cancer differently.
The document discusses breast cancer genomics and the Oncotype DX test. It provides examples of three patient cases where the Oncotype DX Recurrence Score helped determine treatment. For the first patient, a score of 4 meant she was low risk and hormonal therapy alone was sufficient. For the second patient, a high score of 34 helped convince her that chemotherapy was beneficial. The third patient's intermediate score of 25 meant the benefits of chemotherapy needed further consideration based on her individual factors. The document emphasizes how genomic assays like Oncotype DX can predict response to therapy and help determine the most appropriate treatment.
The incidence of cancer has been rising alarmingly for the last few decades. In India, more than 1200 cancer deaths are reported every day. Cancer can be removed from the body by surgery, provided it is detected early enough when the tumour is localised. Although it is extremely difficult to detect cancer in such an early stage, still the most important step in our fight against cancer remains its early detection.
For more information: www.cancertame.com
This document provides an overview and updates on prostate cancer pharmacotherapies. It discusses the anatomy and physiology of the prostate, risk factors for prostate cancer like diet and genetics, screening methods including PSA tests and digital rectal exams, diagnostic workup involving imaging and biopsies, tumor staging using Gleason scores and TNM classification, and treatment strategies at different stages including radiation, surgery, and hormone therapies. Controversies around PSA screening and increasing legal risks for failure to diagnose are also reviewed.
This document provides information about prostate cancer, including:
- It is a cancer that occurs in the prostate gland and is one of the most common cancers in men. While some types grow slowly, others can spread quickly.
- Risk factors include age, family history, and race. Many times it causes no symptoms but can sometimes cause urinary or sexual issues.
- Diagnosis involves exams, blood tests, and biopsies. Treatment depends on stage but can include surgery, radiation, hormone therapy, chemotherapy, and active surveillance. Complications may include incontinence and erectile dysfunction. Prevention focuses on diet, exercise, and weight control.
P.D. Hinduja Hospital and Medical Research Centre, celebrated as Mumbai's foremost healthcare hub, is synonymous with excellence. Acknowledged as the city's best hospital, it hosts a stellar plastic surgery department, home to the best plastic and cosmetic surgeons in Mumbai.
P.D. Hinduja Hospital in Khar, Mumbai, is among the Best Hospitals in Mumbai, known for exceptional healthcare services and cutting-edge medical expertise. It offers a wide range of specialized treatments and top-notch technology.
Experience world-class healthcare at Hinduja Hospital Khar, renowned among the best hospitals in Mumbai. Our Full Body Checkup exemplifies our unwavering commitment to prioritize your health above all else.
Liposuction in Mumbai, including at P.D. Hinduja Hospital, is a surgical procedure performed by skilled plastic surgeons to remove excess fat from various body areas. Using advanced techniques, small incisions are made to insert a cannula and suction out fat cells, providing patients with improved body contours.
In the upcoming Good Living Drive, Dr. Shashank Shah, Consultant, Bariatric Surgery, will shed light on this weight loss surgery and why it may be necessary for some patients. Join us as he dispels some myths and educates us on the pertinent facts. See you there on Saturday, 17th June.
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The pancreas monitors your blood glucose level and
secretes a hormone called insulin that helps the body’s cells
absorb glucose from the blood stream. Some of the glucose
is used for energy, and the rest is converted into glycogen
and stored as fat.
Your heart needs regular care to keep it strong and healthy for longer. P.D. Hinduja Hospital Khar has the best cardiologist & heart specialist In Mumbai with interventional treatments.
Several hidden eye problems can be detected and prevented
as early as birth. Furthermore, a routine eye examination from
age 4 onwards is recommended for all children.
Physiotherapy promotes mobility and independent function by improving muscle movement. It treats a variety of conditions through assessment and hands-on management. Physiotherapists work in areas like cardiac rehabilitation, neurological rehabilitation, orthopedics, obstetrics/gynecology, pain management, sports injuries, pediatrics, and geriatrics. The document provides examples of treatments for different conditions within each specialty area and emphasizes physiotherapy's role in rehabilitation, injury prevention, and pain management.
The normal breast consists of milk-producing glands that are
connected to the surface of the skin at the nipple by narrow
ducts. The glands and ducts are supported by connective tissue
made up of fat and fibrous material. Blood vessels, nerves, and
lymphatic channels to the lymph nodes make up most of the
remaining breast tissue.
Most people look at pain as a bad thing, something to be
scared of. In truth, it is actually your body’s way of warning
you that something is wrong. It is nature’s way of telling you
what to attend to. That’s why you should never ignore pain.
It may be a sign of something deeper.
Physiotherapy is a primary healthcare profession that
promotes wellness, mobility and independent function. It’s a
scientific discipline used to support and treat a diverse range
of conditions by improving the movement of muscles, joints
and limbs. Physiotherapy plays a significant role in the
further damage.
Peripheral Arterial Disease (PVD) deals with the problems of
arteries (blood vessels carrying oxygenated blood) of the body
excluding heart and brain. With India labelled as the diabetic
capital of the world and with the highest number of
Cardio-Vascular diseases, the Vascular Department has
become an integral part of any Super Speciality Hospital.
Your heart needs regular care to keep it strong and healthy for longer.
So how does looking after your heart actually help?
It improves the flow of blood to the heart
It helps keep blood pressure and diabetes under control
Your heart will use less energy and work more eciently
Exercise increases good cholesterol (HDL) & decreases bad
cholesterol (LDL)
It fights obesity, which causes heart disease
It helps reduce stress
It even keeps your joints and muscles in great condition
5-hydroxytryptamine or 5-HT or Serotonin is a neurotransmitter that serves a range of roles in the human body. It is sometimes referred to as the happy chemical since it promotes overall well-being and happiness.
It is mostly found in the brain, intestines, and blood platelets.
5-HT is utilised to transport messages between nerve cells, is known to be involved in smooth muscle contraction, and adds to overall well-being and pleasure, among other benefits. 5-HT regulates the body's sleep-wake cycles and internal clock by acting as a precursor to melatonin.
It is hypothesised to regulate hunger, emotions, motor, cognitive, and autonomic processes.
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Travel Clinic Cardiff offers comprehensive travel health services, including vaccinations, travel advice, and preventive care for international travelers. Our expert team ensures you are well-prepared and protected for your journey, providing personalized consultations tailored to your destination. Conveniently located in Cardiff, we help you travel with confidence and peace of mind. Visit us: www.nxhealthcare.co.uk
Cell Therapy Expansion and Challenges in Autoimmune DiseaseHealth Advances
There is increasing confidence that cell therapies will soon play a role in the treatment of autoimmune disorders, but the extent of this impact remains to be seen. Early readouts on autologous CAR-Ts in lupus are encouraging, but manufacturing and cost limitations are likely to restrict access to highly refractory patients. Allogeneic CAR-Ts have the potential to broaden access to earlier lines of treatment due to their inherent cost benefits, however they will need to demonstrate comparable or improved efficacy to established modalities.
In addition to infrastructure and capacity constraints, CAR-Ts face a very different risk-benefit dynamic in autoimmune compared to oncology, highlighting the need for tolerable therapies with low adverse event risk. CAR-NK and Treg-based therapies are also being developed in certain autoimmune disorders and may demonstrate favorable safety profiles. Several novel non-cell therapies such as bispecific antibodies, nanobodies, and RNAi drugs, may also offer future alternative competitive solutions with variable value propositions.
Widespread adoption of cell therapies will not only require strong efficacy and safety data, but also adapted pricing and access strategies. At oncology-based price points, CAR-Ts are unlikely to achieve broad market access in autoimmune disorders, with eligible patient populations that are potentially orders of magnitude greater than the number of currently addressable cancer patients. Developers have made strides towards reducing cell therapy COGS while improving manufacturing efficiency, but payors will inevitably restrict access until more sustainable pricing is achieved.
Despite these headwinds, industry leaders and investors remain confident that cell therapies are poised to address significant unmet need in patients suffering from autoimmune disorders. However, the extent of this impact on the treatment landscape remains to be seen, as the industry rapidly approaches an inflection point.
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2. What is Prostate?
Prostate is a walnut-shaped gland found only in males. It is located below the bladder and in
front of the rectum. The Prostate is a reproductive organ that produces seminal fluid that helps
nourish and transport sperm.
What are the causes of Prostate Cancer?
The exact cause is not known. Prostate Cancer begins when there are DNA changes in the
Prostate Cell due to the imbalance between Oncogenes (promotes cancer) and Tumor suppressor
genes (against cancer). DNA-related changes can be hereditary or acquired.
Abnormal growth of Prostate Cells, leads
to Prostate Cancer. Prostate Cancer is one
of most common types of cancer. When
Prostate Cancer is detected early, the
treatment can be highly successful.
What factors increase your risk of
Prostate Cancer?
•Family history: If a blood relative such as a parent, sibling or child is a prostate cancer
patient • Old age • Afro-American race • Inherited genes • Less clear evidence: Dairy
products, Obesity, Smoking
What are the preventive methods?
There is no specific preventive method but what you can to do to reduce the risk of Prostate
Cancer is to ensure your body weight is in control. Develop healthy lifestyle habits such as a good
diet (coloured fruits and vegetables), and regular exercise. Avoid too many dairy products, red &
processed meats, and sweetened beverages. Include Soya (Soy Proteins) in your diet as it
lowers the risk of developing Prostate Cancer.
Who should get screened?
A screeningtestdetectspotentialhealth disorders or cancers in normalindividuals.
• First degree relatives (aged 45 years&above) of prostate cancer patients
• Adults above the age of 50 years
• Male relatives (aged 40 years) of patients with BrCa2 mutations
• Patients with urinary complaints (SubjecttoDoctor’sconsultation)
What is the treatment?
The treatment of Prostate Cancer varies as per the stage of cancer.
Localised Prostate Cancer:
• Active Surveillance • Radiation Therapy
• Surgery - Radical Prostatectomy (usually done Robotic)
Locally Advanced Cancer Prostate:
• Multimodality Therapy • Hormone Therapy
• Radiation Therapy • Surgery
Metastatic Prostate Cancer:
• Androgen Deprivation Therapy (ADT): To achieve castration
• Medical Castration
• Surgical Castration (Bilateral Scrotal Orchidectomy)
Prostate Cancer Clinic is a unique initiative of P. D. Hinduja Hospital, Khar. Created by our team
of Uro-oncologists and Radiation Oncologists to help Prostate Cancer Patients receive a
comprehensive consultation and a personalized cancer management plan. A Medical
Oncologist would also be available, whenever required.
Prostate Cancer Clinic’s objective is to devise management plans that are tailored to individual
needs of each patient as per the best available evidence.
What are the various diagnosis methods?
Comprehensive treatment.
Personalized care.
The
Prostate Cancer
Clinic
P. D. Hinduja Hospital, Khar
Examination
Digital Rectal Examination
Blood Test
PSA (Prostate Specific Antigen)
PHI (Prostate Health Index)
Multi parametric MRI
of Prostate
Prostate Biospy
2 to 16 core;
Trans Rectal Ultrasound Guided
(TRUS) biopsy
PSMAPET CT Scan
For staging the disease;
after the biopsy, confirms cancer
in Prostate
Genetic Testing
For BrCa 1 & 2 and
other genes
What is Prostate Cancer?
Normal Prostate Prostate Cancer
Urine
Urethra
Prostate
Urethra
Bladder
Prostate
Prostate
Cancer
Urine
Size: A5 - PIL
3. Why is a team-based approach good for
Prostate Cancer Management?
It has been observed that in patients of Prostate Cancer of all stages, variation in treatment
little relation to the patient’s preferences or a personalised approach but were associated with
the specialty of the primary clinician.
A primary goal of the Prostate Cancer MDT (Multi-Disciplinary Team) approach to Prostate
Cancer is to provide balanced evidence-based information in an open and interactive fashion,
with all clinical specialists present at the same time. Shared decision about the risk and benefits
of each treatment can decrease distress and post-treatment regret.
Benefits of the Prostate Cancer Clinic:
• Personalized and shared decision making - knowledge about all the possible
implications of the patient’s treatments and prognosis
and multiple repetitive testing
• Improved communication between patients & caregivers
• Psychosocial benefits for caregivers
The Prostate Cancer Team:
Dr. Ganesh Bakshi - Consultant, Uro-Oncology
Dr. Vivek Anand - Consultant, Radiation Oncology