by Sekhar Bonagiri | Nov 10, 2022
Osteoarthritis is caused by the slow destruction of the protective cartilage that covers the ends of the bones. Although it can affect any joint, it most frequently affects the hands, knees, hips, and spine. Knee replacement surgery repairs the surface of...
by Sekhar Bonagiri | Nov 10, 2022
Benign tumours are noncancerous growths in the body that can occur anywhere in the body. Unlike cancerous tumours, they grow slowly, have distinct borders, and do not spread to other parts of the body. Maxillofacial tumours form in the neck and face, particularly in...
by Sekhar Bonagiri | Nov 10, 2022
End-stage kidney disease occurs when the kidneys lose approximately 90% of their ability to function normally, resulting in the accumulation of abnormally high levels of fluid and waste, increased blood pressure, and kidney failure. Treatment requires either a kidney...
by Sekhar Bonagiri | Oct 18, 2022
Head injuries are among the leading causes of disability and death in adults. The damage may be minor, such as a bump or bruise, or may be severe, such as a concussion, open wound, skull fracture, or brain damage. A skull fracture is defined as a break in the cranial...
by Sekhar Bonagiri | Oct 18, 2022
The term “tracheal stenosis” refers to an abnormal constriction of the trachea that impairs normal breathing. During a bronchoscopy, doctors can examine the lungs and airways. It is typically carried out by a pulmonologist (doctor who specialises in lung...