by Sekhar Bonagiri | Oct 12, 2022
The latissimus dorsi muscle is the largest muscle in the body that allows coverage of extremely large wounds. It can be harvested on a single pedicle and can even be combined with other flaps to create a flap complex that can cover massive wounds. However, despite the...
by Sekhar Bonagiri | Sep 26, 2022
Trigeminal neuralgia is a condition in which the patient feels excruciating pain on one side of their face. This condition affects the trigeminal nerve (the nerve that transmits sensations from the face to the brain). Radiofrequency Ablation is a surgical procedure...
by Sekhar Bonagiri | Sep 26, 2022
Osteoarthritis develops as a result of the gradual deterioration of the protective cartilage that shields the ends of the bones. It can affect any joint, however it is most usually found in the hands, knees, hips, and spine. Bilateral knee replacement surgery is a...
by Sekhar Bonagiri | Sep 26, 2022
Extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO) is a type of life support system used for patients with severe and life-threatening illnesses, such as severe infection-related lung damage or shock following a major heart attack. The ECMO machine is connected to the patient...
by Sekhar Bonagiri | Sep 22, 2022
Pyelonephritis is a bacterial infection of the kidneys that causes inflammation and is most commonly caused by a specific type of urinary tract infection. Symptoms may include fever, frequent urination, and back pain. Treatment often requires hospitalisation and...