Emergency Services/ER

Emergency Services/ER

The Emergency Room (ER) has a team of well-trained intensivists and well equipped Triage and Observation sections. This enables the team to perform all the time-critical, life-saving procedures immediately in the ER. Emergencies, especially trauma caused by accidents, is a major focus area of ours where prompt and specialized attention can save lives otherwise needlessly wasted, preventing an adverse impact on a family.

Our 24-hour Emergency Services has a separate Observation Room, Medical ICU, an independent Emergency Operation Theatre, MRI compatible Ventilator and Monitor and Portable Ventilators. For the first time in the region there are Triage services and a fully equipped ambulance throughout the day and night.

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SYMPTOMS OF CANCER - FORTIS HEALTHCARE

So what are the tell tale signs of Cancer?
Cancer like as we all know, can be fought better when detected at a very early stage.For, prevention is better than cure stands completely true in case of fighting cancer. A thorough and systematic approach enables us to nip this problem at a nascent stage. The typical symptoms that sought to be bear in mind are :
Thickening or an existence of a lump in the breast or testicles.
An occurrence of a change in a wart or a mole.
A persistent sore throat that doesn't heal.
A change in the bowel or bladder habits.
A persistent cough or coughing of blood.
Constant indigestion or trouble swallowing
Unusual bleeding or vaginal discharge
Chronic fatigue.

Types of Cancer that are more than a menace to the mankind are :
Bladder Cancer
Bone Cancer
Brain Cancer
Breast Cancer
Colorectal Cancer
Kidney Cancer
Lung Cancer
Leukemia Cancer
Melanoma Cancer so on and so forth.

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TOTAL KNEE REPLACEMENT - FORTIS HEALTHCARE

TOTAL KNEE REPLACEMENT - FORTIS HEALTHCARE

The Orthopaedic Department at Fortis Hospital consists of a team of highly experienced and leading consultants. Our surgeons are the leading practitioners of knee replacement and minimally invasive surgery in India. All of them are well known in their respective fields. Surgical techniques are the most advanced at Fortis Healthcare NOIDA. The orthopaedic department routinely undertakes management of recent, old, neglected and failed fractures with previous surgeries. Reconstructive procedures are also done post-deformity. The consultants specialize in Arthroscopy, Knee replacement & Joint replacement.

Your knees and hips are your largest joints, and they support your body's weight while allowing your legs to move freely. Even walking at a leisurely pace puts a force that is double your body weight on each leg. Running or descending stairs quadruples that force.

According to health surveys, hip and knee pain is on the rise in older Indians. Almost one in four women and one in five men experience significant and persistent knee pain. Both knees and hips are subject to repetitive trauma, wear and tear as you age. For many people, these problems become so intractable that the best solution is to replace a worn-out knee or hip with an artificial joint.

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ORTHOPAEDIC SURGERY IN INDIA - FORTIS HEALTHCARE

ORTHOPAEDIC SURGERY IN INDIA

Fortis Hospitals provides the state-of-art treatment for a variety of Orthopaedics conditions at par with the best international standards. All the latest procedures, including high-end ones, are routinely performed.

Treatments Conducted

At Fortis Group of Hospitals the advantage of state-of-art facilities enables our specialist faculty to give medical care and outcomes at par with the best international standards. We provide all the latest procedures, including high-end ones, are routinely performed.

• Joint Replacements
• Hip Replacements
• Elbow Replacements
• Arthroscopic Surgeries
• Complex Fractures
• Hand Surgery
• Knee Replacement
• Shoulder Replacement
• Surface Replacement of Hip
• Osteoporosis
• Management of Sports Injuries.

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Total Knee Replacement

Fortis Healthcare - Total Knee Replacement.
Ten thousand steps a day. That's approximately how far you walk everyday. But if, like millions of people, you find walking painful or you fear your joints might buckle beneath you, each step might as well be a mile.
Your knees and hips are your largest joints, and they support your body's weight while allowing your legs to move freely. Even walking at a leisurely pace puts a force that is double your body weight on each leg. Running or descending stairs quadruples that force.

According to health surveys, hip and knee pain is on the rise in older Indians. Almost one in four women and one in five men experience significant and persistent knee pain.

The orthopaedic department routinely undertakes management of recent, old, neglected and failed fractures with previous surgeries. Reconstructive procedures are also done post-deformity. The consultants specialize in Arthroscopy, Total Knee replacement & Joint replacement using conventional and minimum invasive techniques.

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A Gist on Joints

A joint is the location where two bones meet. Arthralgia is the medical term for pain in these joints.

Most people experience joint pain at some time during their lives. Pain can be acute, due to a short-term injury or condition, but can also be chronic (long-term).
The many causes of joint pain include arthritis, fractures, other trauma, overuse, age-related degeneration and conditions ranging from Lyme disease to lupus to sickle cell anemia.

When a patient experiences joint pain, a physician may perform a physical examination to diagnose an underlying condition that may be causing the pain. Diagnostic tests that may be performed include blood tests, x-rays and joint fluid analysis.

In addition to lifestyle changes, such as regular exercise and weight loss, patients may be prescribed medications to alleviate pain. Many medications are available to treat joint pain, such as acetaminophen and nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs). Corticosteroid injections into the joints can be a safe and effective way to help ease joint pain for some time.

Surgery may be required to alleviate some types of joint pain. Arthroscopy (insertion of a thin, flexible fiberoptic scope through a small incision in the skin) and arthroplasty (replacement of damaged joints with artificial joints) are common types of surgery performed on joints.

Some types of joint pain cannot be prevented. Others can be prevented by lifestyle modification and practicing good health habits.

Most joints are synovial, lubricated by synovial fluid to ease movement. These joints allow varying degrees of movement, ranging from the mobility of the shoulder (a modified ball and socket) to the flexion and extension (bending and straightening) of the hinged distal interphalangeal joints in the fingertips. Some other synovial joints, such as those in the spine, permit limited movement. Fixed joints, such as those in the skull, are fused and do not allow movement.

Most people experience joint pain at some point in their lives. Patients can experience pain in either one joint or many joints. When patients experience pain in more than four joints, it is called polyarticular joint pain.

Patients may experience joint pain that is acute (a normal response to disease or trauma, sometimes defined as lasting less than six weeks), subacute or chronic (pain that persists after the cause’s expected resolution or is due to a chronic condition, sometimes defined as lasting three months or longer). Others experience pain only during certain physical activities.

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Osteoarthritis and its Implications

Knee pain affects most people at one time or another. The knees support the weight of the body and enable leg movement. The regular stress of years of activity and wear can produce pain that can range from dull to debilitating. Intensive sports and exercise subject a body to the potential for knee pain and injury. People who are inactive are also susceptible to knee pain from falls, sprains or degenerative conditions such as arthritis.

The parts of the knee coordinate into a system to work smoothly and keep the legs moving. The joint formed at the knee connects the thigh bone (femur) with the shin bone (tibia) and is covered by the kneecap (patella). Ligaments and tendons join these bones and their associated muscles to provide flexibility and motion for the legs.

Some kinds of knee pain are caused by sudden trauma. Other conditions are the result of specific kinds of overuse or inflammation. For many older people, the onset of osteoarthritis produces knee pain and degeneration.

Physicians consulted for knee pain will conduct a physical examination to identify the pain. Imaging techniques such as x-rays, CAT scans or MRI can show the bones and soft tissues of the knee and may indicate the source of knee pain. Arthroscopy uses a specialized fiber optic instrument to view the interior of the knee and may also be used to repair damage.

Milder knee pain may be relieved with over-the-counter pain medications such as nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDS). Rest, application of ice and elevation of the knee may also alleviate pain. More serious pain may require stronger medication, physical therapy or surgery. Grafts may be used to replace torn ligaments. Total knee replacement, a type of arthroplasty, uses artificial parts to replace the ends of the femur and tibia and can alleviate pain caused by degeneration of the joint.

People can prevent some knee problems by maintaining a healthy weight to minimize the strain on their knees. Exercises that promote stronger leg muscles will also help the knee, as will adequate warm-up and stretching before any exercise or athletic activity. Shoes that fit well and properly support the feet will also help prevent knee problems.

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