A 45-year-old patient with Autosomal Dominant Polycystic Kidney Disease underwent a complex open nephrectomy at Manipal Hospital Goa after one kidney enlarged to nearly 30 cm. Despite the challenging anatomy and multiple cysts, the surgery was successfully completed with minimal blood loss.
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Alzheimer’s Disease Emerging as a Growing Concern in Ageing Goa, Says Neurologist Dr. Parul Dubey
With Goa's elderly population growing faster than the national average, neurologists are witnessing a steady rise in Alzheimer's disease and dementia cases. Dr. Parul Dubey of Manipal Hospital, Dona Paula, stresses the importance of early diagnosis, healthy lifestyles, and compassionate caregiving to address the growing neurological health challenge.
Organ Donation Awareness Desk Promotes “Life Beyond Life” at Holy Family Church Blood Donation Camp
An organ donation information desk was set up during a blood donation camp at Holy Family Church, spreading awareness on saving lives through blood and organ donation.
Cardiovascular Diseases Account for 17% of Deaths in Goa: Dr Roque Wiseman Pinto
Cardiovascular diseases are the leading cause of death in Goa, accounting for 17 per cent of all mortality in the state, senior pathologist Dr Roque Wiseman Pinto said during a presentation in Panaji.
Goa Marks National Voluntary Blood Donation Day with Inspiring Ceremony at Secretariat
Secretary (Health), Shri. Arun Kumar Mishra, IAS, inaugurated the National Voluntary Blood Donation Day celebrations at the Secretariat, Porvorim. Organized by the Goa State Blood Transfusion Council and Goa State AIDS Control Society, the event promoted the theme “Give Blood, Give Hope, Together We Save Lives” and brought together key health officials and stakeholders in support of voluntary blood donation.