MASTECTOMY CAN BE AVOIDED USING NEW ONCOPLASTIC TECHNIQUES

In the 1970s breast conserving surgery radically altered the surgical aspect of breast cancer treatment. A similar feat has been achieved by the latest oncoplastic techniques which are the best alternatives for mastectomy. The complex nature of these processes makes them technologically very demanding but there is increasing data and figures to support their clinical efficacy.

WHAT IS BREAST CONSERVING RECONSTRUCTION?

The latest option for women who would earlier required a mastectomy is breast-conserving reconstruction which saves normal breast tissue to the extent possible and the defect caused by tumour resection is remodelled. The best principles of reconstructive surgery in combination with oncological knowledge are used to provide the patient minimum cosmetic deformities which are quite common in local excisions undertaken for treating breast cancer.

Bank your teeth for stem cells

What are stem cells? 

Stem cells are cells present in almost all multi cellular organisms. Stem cells have the ability to renew themselves by the process of miotic cell division, and to develop into a wide and diverse range of specialized cell types. Stem cells are valuable research tools.

What is stem cell banking?

At the time of a child’s birth, umbilical cord is cut and discarded. The remaining blood in umbilical cord is full of stem cells. These cells are collected and preserved, so they can be used in the future in case of life threatening diseases. Though it is an expensive procedure, but more and more parents are opting for preservation of stem cells of their children. With a shelf life of 21 years, it is seen as a health insurance. Not only can these cells be used for the child, but also for his siblings. Stem cells can generate many types of tissues, and are used in treating life threatening diseases like leukemia, lymphoma, etc.

Correcting your posture with Alexander technique

Poor posture causes pain

Everyone experiences severe pain of the limbs or body during a lifetime. There are so many solutions available but the truth is about good posture and achieving a comfort level. Many patients are eager to be cured soon. Sometimes, the pain is very intense and it can stall routine functions. It is so true that only after having a bad back we realize that our posture is wrong. Ultimately, we look out for resting or new exercises that allow stretching. We also try out acupuncture and go for long walks. The pain can also be the root cause of other problem sand hence an analysis is necessary. At the back pain treatment center Houston, TX you can learn about new techniques that help to overcome back pain problems.

Yogic Science for Spinal Stenosis

Introduction: Spinal Stenosis

Due to advancing age, you may suffer from the narrowing of your spinal areas; this is known as spinal stenosis. One of the major causes of spinal stenosis is osteoarthritis. Under this condition, the cartilage present in the ends of a bone in a joint is affected severely. This is mainly caused due to advancing age as the cartilage wears down. When the cartilage wears down completely, bone spurs are produced by the body which narrows the spinal canal, thus putting strain on the spinal cord. The rising pressure causes numbing of the nerves and stiffness of the muscles thus leading to tremendous pain.

Regular exercises such as cycling, jogging and weight training combined with yoga can help to prevent as well as combat spinal stenosis. Many spine doctors in NJ support yogic science for treatment and prevention of spinal stenosis as it helps to maintain strength as well as flexibility of the body.

Biological Therapy and Bone Marrow Transplants for Treating Cancer

There are dozens of different types of cancer. One of the most common in the US is a type called non-melanoma skin cancer. Conventional cancer treatment can include hormone therapy, surgery, chemotherapy,radiation and biological therapy. There are different types of methods to treat, the doctor may use one method or maybe a combination more than one of it, depending on the type, how severe it is and also the location of the cancer, whether the disease has spread, the patient’s age and general health, and other factors.

Here we shall discuss about the Biological Therapies and Bone Marrow Transplants.

What is Biological Therapy?

Biological therapies are related to the immune system, it helps it to function in a more effective way by using substances in our body thatare naturally available.This therapy may stimulate the body to make more of such naturally available substances to fight against cancer, or also it could also be a man-made version of the substance itself. The other alternative names of the Biological therapies include biological agents,biologics or immunotherapy, Biological Response Modifiers (BRS’s). Compared to chemotherapy, biological therapy concerned with the immune system which helps in fighting cancer, whereas Chemotherapy affects the cancer cells directly. Biologics used for the treatment include Bacillus Calmette-Guérin (BCG) which is for bladder cancer, Rituxan (Rituximab) treats non-Hodgkin's lymphoma, Interleukin-2 (IL-2) for treating certain melanomas and kidney cancer and Herceptin (Trastuzumab) for breast cancer. There are many cancer centers in Philadelphia which has the best technology and team of professionals which provide the best treatment against cancer.

Interesting facts about breast cancer

One of the most common kinds of cancer affecting women not just in USA but entire world is breast cancer.  Breast cancer cases are rising continuously and thus its prevention has become much more important. The following facts by the breast cancer centre helps to understand the seriousness of the issue.

•    After lung cancer, breast cancer is the most common kind of cancer affecting women, especially in USA.
•    Ductal carcinoma is the most common kind of breast cancer found in women. It originates in the milk ducts.
•    10.4 % of cancer in women is breast cancer.
•    Factors that are instrumental in development of breast cancer include; age, ethnicity, race, family history and genetics.
•    White women are more prone to breast cancer than black women, but the mortality rate is higher in black women than white women.
•    1 in every 3000 pregnant or lactating mothers are likely to develop breast cancer.
•    Studies suggest that if a woman is detected with breast cancer during pregnancy, her survival rate decreases substantially than non-pregnant women.
•    Reduction of breast cancer is possible through regular exercise, high fiber diet, not smoking and lowering the consumption of alcohol.

Amazing Root Canal Treatment on Siberian Tiger

Every person is well aware of the importance of oral hygiene, but yet people tend to be lazy when it comes to dental hygiene. A careless attitude can lead to cavities, gum soreness, bleeding, gum gingivitis etc. Therefore it is extremely important to be careful about the dental hygiene. In case of tooth decay or loss of tooth, dentists today are able to conduct dental transplants and procedure due to which missing teeth are replaced.
Technological advances have made it easy to undergo cosmetic treatments to enhance the smile aesthetics and regain self confidence. Cosmetic dental treatment Nassau County, NY help to restore lost teeth as well as help to polish existing teeth to reveal beautiful, white teeth.

But humans are not the only ones who benefit from dentistry. Read on to find out more.

Root canal treatment performed on a Siberian tiger

Due to the latest technological advances today, there are many various kinds of dental procedure carried out by dentists in order to fight conditions such as decay, tooth loss, yellowing of teeth etc. But it was an impressive step carried out by an endodontist who performed a lengthy root canal not on a human being but on a Siberian tiger!

Celebrities and Orthopedic Conditions

Orthopedic conditions cause severe problems to several body parts. In severe cases, these parts may be rendered useless if corrective surgery is not performed at the right time. Therefore in case you are suffering from orthopedic condition relating to joints, muscles or spine, immediate help must be sought. You may visit your orthopedic spine center Houston, TX an get a complete check up of your body, especially if you are above 45 years of age or are a professional sports person.

Orthopedic conditions in 5 most famous celebrities

One would think, given the extensive training to celebrities, especially sportsperson, they wouldn’t be prone to any injuries. But the fact is, there are many cases of celebrities facing orthopedic injuries.

58 Cancer Treatment Centers of America in Philadelphia in the Women Certifiedlist of Top 100 Hospitals in terms of Patient Experience

Cancer Treatment Centers of America (CTCA) Philadelphia made it to the 6th position in an overall list of top 100 hospitals in terms of patient experience based on female patient satisfaction. The list of hospitals from across United States was made by Women Certified, the female consumers’ collective voice which acts as a trusted referral source for brands and top businesses identified among women.

This prestigious list is published every year and hospitals are selected based on a proprietary scoring process. As part of this process, a joint study and in-depth research on gender wise consumer satisfaction is also done with the Wharton School of the University of Pennsylvania.

According to John McNeil, President and CEO of CTCA in Philadelphia, everything is done at CTCA in effort to improve the patient experience; at the same time focus is retained on helping the cancer patients in their fight against the disease and also to maintain a high quality of life. He said that the award from Women Certified  is a recognition of CTCA’s commitment to listen and respond to what ever is of importance to the patient.

WomenCertified  honored CTCA with the Women’s Choice Award for being a top hospital and having high scores in the category of consumer satisfaction. As a representation of the collective opinion of women highly recommending that brand, service or hospital, a Seal is present at the hospital, empowering women to make better choices.

Empowering women to make Educated Healthcare Decisions:

According to Delia Passi, CEO and founder of Women Certified , and former publisher of Working Mother and Working Women magazines, women make or influence more than 85 percent of all healthcare decisions taken in families or for themselves. She said that Women Certified attempts to help these women identify friendly hospitals across the nation and they align these hospitals with women’s identified preferences as part of their mission, enabling women help women make better choices.

On Women Certified®

Women Certified® is the collective voice speaking for the female consumers and it awards brands and businesses on the basis of consumer experience.Women Certified helps women identify businesses that are worthy of loyalty and referrals, along with each other. Women’s Choice Award is given out by Women Certified to businesses and brands that have very high standards of customer experience. Many thousands of women take part in the survey that forms the base for these awards. Awards are also based on the research conducted in partnership with the Wharton School of the University of Pennsylvania regarding what drives the consumer experience for women vs. men, and on the Female Consumer Satisfaction Index developed using this information. Women Certified launched the latest list of Top 100 Hospitals for Patient Experience in September 2011.

Holistic Breast Cancer Treatment

Breast cancer is a disease condition characterized by uncontrollable growth of breast cells. This can be caused by mutations that are abnormal changes in genes which regulate and grow healthy cells. Uncontrollable division of these changed cells lead to formation of several similar cells that cause a tumor to form. Benign and malignant are the two different categories of tumors. If a malignant tumor has formed in the breast, that condition is known as breast cancer.

Every type of breast cancer is different from one another. Cancerous tissues and nearby areas are subjected to different kinds of tests which can give results indicating the behavior of breast cancer. Before these tests, a biopsy may be conducted initially wherein removal and testing of tissue sample take place. Sometimes the tests are done after mastectomy or lumpectomy. The reports of these tests can help understand the size, appearance, spread and causing factors behind the cancer.