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Genetic advances in craniosynostosis

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  Craniosynostosis (CS) , which is a clinically and genetically heterogeneous congenital anomaly, refers to the premature ossification of one or more skull sutures , affecting approximately 1 in 2,500 live births . In majority cases, it occurs as an isolated congenital anomaly known as nonsyndromic craniosynostosis (NCS) whose genetic and environmental causes are still unknown.  Recent data has suggested that at least some of the midline NCS cases can be explained by two loci inheritance. Approximately 25%-30% of patients of craniosynostosis present a feature of a genetic syndrome due to chromosomal defects or mutations in genes within interconnected signalling pathways.  As per etiological classification, CS can be defined as primary, when genetic causes act alone or in combination with environmental factors; or secondary when disorders affect the developing suture.  Conditions that are associated with secondary CS include  Hyperthyroidism Hypercalcemia Hypopho...

LASER PROCTOLOGY

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Laser Proctology is a term that alludes to the treatment of conditions connected with the colon, butt and rectum with a laser. During the operation a high energy laser is used to chip away at the affected tissue. This makes the method scarless, bloodless and simple. This light pillar is utilized to consume or cut the irregularity, which is the underlying driver for the medical procedure. Benefits of Laser Proctology incorporates: Expanded careful accuracy  No requirement for general sedation  Quicker medical procedures Release inside a couple of hours Back to routine in 3-5 days No stitches and no scars  Quicker recuperations Insignificant postoperative agony Laser Proctology is used in the treatment of- Hemorrhoids Fissure Fistula Pilonidal Sinus The most notable name for the best general surgeon in Kolkata is Dr. Gaurav Kumar , who has been constantly working in Narayana Superspeciality for the last 5 years, in the department of GI surgery, Minimal Invasive Surgery ...

CORONARY ARTERY DISEASES

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Coronary arteries are the blood vessels that supply oxygen-rich blood to your heart muscle to keep it pumping. The coronary arteries are on top of your heart muscle. There are four main coronary arteries: The right coronary artery. The left coronary artery. The left anterior descending artery. The left circumflex artery. Coronary artery syndrome is a common heart condition. The major blood vessels that supply the heart (coronary arteries) struggle to send enough blood, oxygen, and nutrients to the heart muscle. Cholesterol deposits (plaques) and inflammation are usually the cause of coronary artery disease. Coronary artery disease is also known as coronary heart disease, ischemic heart disease and heart disease.   SYMPTOMS Chest pain (angina) Shortness of breath.   Heart attack.   Feeling tired. Dizziness Nausea. Weakness.   REASON   Diabetes or insulin resistance High cholesterol High blood pressure Not getting enough exercise (sedentary lifestyle) Smoking or ...

Brain tumors

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  A brain tumor is a mass or development of unusual cells in your brain.  A wide range of sorts of brain tumors exist. Some brain tumors are noncancerous (harmless), and some brain cancers are dangerous (threatening). Brain tumors can start in your brain (essential brain tumors), or disease can start in different pieces of your body and spread to your brain as auxiliary (metastatic) brain tumors. How rapidly a brain tumor develops can change significantly. The development rate as well as the area of a brain tumor decides what it will mean for the capability of your sensory system. Brain tumor treatment choices rely upon the sort of brain cancer you have, as well as its size and area. Types Acoustic neuroma Astrocytoma Cerebrum metastases Choroid plexus carcinoma Craniopharyngioma Embryonal growths Ependymoma Glioblastoma Glioma Medulloblastoma Meningioma Oligodendroglioma Pediatric brain tumors Pineoblastoma Pituitary growths Side effects The signs and side effects of brain tu...

UROLOGICAL CANCER- TYPES

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Urologic cancer refers to the cancer affecting the organs and structures of the male and female urinary system and the male reproductive system. The symptoms of this condition depend on which organ has been affected, thus knowing the type is important. Urological Cancer involves- Urinary tract- the kidneys and the bladder The prostate The reproductive organs in men Four main types of urologic cancer- BLADDER CANCER: Usually grows in the lining of the bladder and is one of the most common types amongst men and women.  RENAL (KIDNEY) CANCER: This cancer mainly occurs within the kidney but can also affect the kidney that connects to the bladder (renal pelvis cancer). TESTICULAR CANCER: Not very common, this cancer grows within the testes and affects less than 1% of men.  URETHRAL CANCER: Forming in the urethra, which is the tube that conducts urine from the bladder to the outside of the body. In men, the urethra travels through the penis and carries semen as well. It is quite r...