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Kamineni Hospitals Introduces Privilege Card for Patients in Vijayawada
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Kamineni Hospitals Introduces Privilege Card for Patients in Vijayawada

Jul 14, 2024 by Mansi 0 Comments #Cluster Head, #Cluster Head; Dr. Paparao, #Dr Sudheer neurologist, #General Medicine Specialist; and Dr. Vinati, #Kamineni Hospitals, #Member of Legislative Assembly, #MLA Bode Prasad, #Orthopaedic Surgeon; Dr. Vardhan, #P. Sunil Kumar, #Penumuluru, #Poranki, #Pulmonologist, #special privilege card, #The privilege card, #Vijayawada

Vijayawada, July 13, 2024 – Kamineni Hospitals, has announced the launch of a special privilege card aimed at patients on 13th July 2024, at Poranki, Vijayawada. This initiative is designed to provide these patients with exclusive discounts on services offered at Kamineni Hospitals.

Kamineni Hospitals Introduces Privilege Card for Patients in Vijayawada

The privilege card was officially launched by Penumuluru MLA Bode Prasad on July 13, 2024. During the ceremony, Kamineni Hospitals also took the opportunity to honor MLA Bode Prasad for his recent electoral success in the 2024 elections.

Speaking on the occasion P. Sunil Kumar, Cluster Head, Kamineni Hospitals, expressed his enthusiasm about the initiative, stating, “At Kamineni Hospitals, we are committed to ensuring healthcare accessibility for all. The introduction of the privilege card represents our dedication to supporting patients, allowing them to receive essential medical care at reduced costs.”

Speaking on the occasion MLA Bode Prasad, Member of Legislative Assembly, Penumuluru, also shared his thoughts, saying, “I commend doctors and their services for their proactive approach in healthcare delivery. The privilege card initiative will undoubtedly benefit many patients in Vijayawada, ensuring they receive necessary treatments.”

The privilege card will offer eligible patients’ significant savings on medical treatments and services provided by Kamineni Hospitals, furthering the hospital’s commitment to serving the community.

P. Sunil Kumar, Cluster Head; Dr. Paparao, Orthopaedic Surgeon; Dr. Vardhan, General Medicine Specialist; and Dr. Vinati, Pulmonologist, Dr Sudheer neurologist and other key personnels attended the event.

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Both vaping and smoking are harmful to health

May 30, 2024 by Gayathri Pariti 0 Comments #COPD, #Dr. Srikrishna Raghavendra Boddu, #health, #Kamineni Hospitals, #Smoking, #The Burning issue, #The Modern Menace, #Volatile organic compounds

Dr. Srikrishna Raghavendra Boddu,Consultant Physician, Kamineni Hospitals, LB Nagar

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The two prevalent habits in our society: vaping and smoking have long-term ill-effect on the health of individuals and are pertinent on the eve of the World No Tobacco Day, May 31st, 2024. The habit of vaping in young generations has become a luxury among both men and women without understanding the consequences or long-term effects. People asking for a smoke deaddiction are seeing vaping as a better alternative rather than seeing a specialist. Both practices, vaping and smoking when scrutinized under scientific studies, have shed light on their detrimental health effects.

Vaping (e-Cigarettes): The Modern Menace

Proponents of vaping argue that it is a safer alternative to traditional flavourings and other chemicals. Studies have shown that vaping can cause inflammation and irritation in the lungs, organ damage and addiction. Long-term effects are not fully understood, but there is evidence of potential harm from substances that are used for vaping such as diacetyl, heavy metals and volatile organic compounds (VOCs) delivered to the lung. Today, many people who are resenting to vaping, are defending their choice as to be the safest choice of warding off nicotine without any scientific clues and spoiling their health slowly.

Smoking: The Burning issue

Smoking is a well-established health hazard. Tobacco smoke contains over 6000 chemicals, which are toxic and also carcinogenic. Smoking itself has been well aware as a potential risk factor that can lead to heart disease, stroke, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) and various types of cancers. It affects almost all the organs in the body and is classified as the leading cause of preventable death.

Scientific Evidence:

A study published in “Respiratory Research” suggests that while e-cigarettes might be less harmful than conventional cigarettes, they still pose a great danger and their long-term effects are scarcely investigated. Another study funded by the National Institute of Health found that long-term use of e-cigarettes can significantly impair blood vessel function, increasing the risk of cardiovascular disease.

A Diabolic conclusion:

Both vaping and smoking carry long-term disadvantages that can impact the health. While vaping is often marketed as a safer alternative, the lack of long-term studies and the presence of harmful chemicals present significant risks. Smoking with its extensive research, continues to be a major health threat.

Kamineni Hospitals launches ‘Department of Allergy and Immunology’ at King Koti, Hyd.
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Kamineni Hospitals launches ‘Department of Allergy and Immunology’ at King Koti, Hyd.

Jun 7, 2022 by Praveen 0 Comments #Department of Allergy and Immunology, #Hyd, #Kamineni Hospitals, #King Koti

Kamineni Hospitals, an outstanding healthcare provider of Telangana and Andhra Pradesh, today launched a new department — The Department of Allergy & Immunology at King Koti, Hyderabad. The launch coincides with the International Allergy Week. The event was led by Dr. Vyakarnam Nageshwar, Consultant Allergist, Immunologist & Sleep Disorder Specialist and Director, Department of Allergy and Immunology. Dr. Sri Aditya, COO, Kamineni Hospitals, King Koti, has graced the occasion.

According to estimates, Allergy One of the top 3 deadly non communicable diseases in India. An estimated 30 Crore Indians suffer from different kinds of allergies., people are affected by this medical condition, in various stages, in the country. Generally, allergies are triggered by certain objects like pollen or certain foods like chocolate. While antihistamines play a big role in keeping allergies under control, the more people-friendly approach is to locate the triggers and avoid them.

Speaking on the occasion Dr. Gayatri Kamineni, COO, Kamineni Hospitals, said, “There is an increasing need to expand the number of allergy/clinical immunology specialists, as well as local and regional diagnostic and treatment centers in order to facilitate timely referrals for patients with complex allergic diseases. Our goal is to guarantee universal availability of affordable and cost-effective medical facilities to patients. Presently, there are millions of people who do not have access to care by specialists in allergy. Moreover, epinephrine auto-injectors, certain drugs for the treatment of severe asthma, allergen-specific immunotherapy, and certain drugs to treat adverse reactions to biologicals and chemotherapeutic agents in desensitization centers are not available in many parts of the country.”

On the occasion of the launch of the new department, Dr Vyamkarnam Nageshwar, Director Department of Allergy and Immunology, said, “Nowadays, every second person in India suffers from some kind of allergy. Post the COVID-19 pandemic, the incidence of allergies has increased. Seasonal allergies too, affect a large number of individuals. The main objective of the launch of this department is to provide best treatment with proper facilities to our patients.”

It is Kamineni Hospitals’ endeavour to raise the level of awareness about allergic diseases and related disorders, and make all efforts to provide training and resources for the diagnosis, management, and prevention of allergies and related diseases, the prevalence of which is increasing world-over, added Dr. Vyakarnam Nageshwar.

On the occasion of the launch of the new department, Kamineni Hospitals announced a special package for screening allergies. The program starts on 6 June, and will continue till 13 June.

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Autoimmune diseases… Immediate medical response bails out!

Jan 5, 2022 by Gouri 0 Comments #Aseptic Abscess syndrome, #Autoimmune diseases, #autoinflammatory disease, #Kamineni Hospitals, #LB Nagar

Pic-Doctors at Kamineni Hospitals treat a young woman suffering from Aseptic abscess syndrome

Hyderabad, 5th January 2021:

Aseptic Abscess syndrome is an autoinflammatory disease with fever, abdominal pain, and abscesses usually involving the spleen, liver; and associated with Inflammatory Bowel Disease in the majority of the cases. Cutaneous lesions are present only in 20% of the cases and are mainly cutaneous abscesses. It is often a relapsing condition and the CT scan may be an appropriate diagnostic tool in the setting of recurrent episodes of fever and pain in the abdomen. Lab tests like ESR, CRP are often elevated with elevated white blood count in basic blood pictures.

A 21-year-old woman Lakshmi (Name changed) from Khammam was suffering from a unique autoimmune disease, Aseptic abscess syndrome with pyoderma gangrenosum which has gone undiagnosed for a long time. She was given intensive antibiotic therapy but no response and advised removal of spleen in the hospitals where she visited earlier. She was then referred to Kamineni Hospitals, LB Nagar.

Doctors at Kamineni Hospitals had successfully treated this rare disease, Aseptic abscess syndrome with pyoderma gangrenosum. She was not given a solid diagnosis or treatment elsewhere for high fever, nodules and multiple ulcers over both hands and legs of sudden onset. On ultrasonography, multiple abscess in the spleen was noted.

“We had examined the patient’s condition with her complete medical history and did an ultrasound abdomen, skin biopsy, and basic blood tests. The patient had been diagnosed with a rare condition that affects the skin and internal organs severely called aseptic abscess syndrome with pyoderma gangrenosum. We have given her steroid injections under strict monitoring and liquidated her with immunomodulator tablets. Within 2 months, Abscesses in the spleen resolved but the cutaneous ulcers were resistant to tablets. Hence, we had started biological injections (newer therapies) sequentially under strict supervision with follow-ups, which helped with the overactive immune system that was acting against her and patient got back to her normal health status” said Dr. Ramadevi B, Consultant Dermatologist, Kamineni Hospitals, LB Nagar.

They were about to remove her spleen but we are extremely happy to salvage it, the puzzle as to why this young girl deteriorated all of a sudden was solved. We are beyond happy to develop an abundance of trust with this patient and her family” Dr Ramadevi B, Consultant Dermatologist, Kamineni Hospitals added further.

Pic 2 - Rare Surgery at Kamineni Hospitals
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Rare Surgery at Kamineni Hospitals Gives New Lease of Life to 3-year-old Epileptic Child

Dec 27, 2021 by Gouri 0 Comments #Dr. Ramesh, #Epileptic Child, #Kamineni Hospitals

Doctors at Kamineni Hospitals performed a rare surgery on 3-year-old Grace, who was taken to the hospital at LB Nagar by her parents with a developmental disorder, unusual episodes of laugh called Gelastic seizures. Gelastic seizures are usually present in childhood, even in the newborn period, and are manifested by frequent attacks of inappropriate laughter resulting from seizure activity. Studies show that Gelastic seizures are very rare and only one in every 200,000 children suffers from this abnormality.

Grace used to have bought of laughter i.e, suddenly, the child laughs for no obvious reason, situation or cause. The child was evaluated when she had abnormal laugh diagnosed to have gelastic seizure found to have sub centimetre lesion in the hypothalamus most probably hypothalamic hamartoma and started on anti-seizure medications. Parents went around the hospitals for treatment with a futile result.

6 months ago child used to get seizures once a month and it was lasting for 10 seconds, but now the frequency of seizures increased to 5- 6 times a day and increasing the duration of seizures to 1 minute. The child also developed a new-onset squint in the Left eye. In our hospital, she was evaluated with a team of doctors i.e, Neurosurgeon, Neuro physician, Paediatrics and Endocrinologists. She underwent imaging (MRI brain plain and contrast) in high end 3T MRI which showed a large lesion extending from hypothalamus (which is a part of the brain that houses a number of small nuclei that undertake a variety of functions) with compression on major vessels and nerves (especially to vision and extra ocular movements). Endocrinologists diagnosed the child to have reached puberty stage (corresponding to 8 years of age) because neurons in the tumour function as a heterotopic hormone (GnRH ) pulse generator.

“Child parents have been explained about the condition, rarity of disease requirement of surgery and risk involved. Parents were explained about other modalities of treatment. After thorough counselling, the child was taken for craniotomy and excision of the tumour using Navigation under general anaesthesia. Having Navigation in our armentarium helped us to do surgery in a minimally invasive manner without disturbing major structures especially nerves responsible for vision, extraocular movements and vessels. Post-surgery the frequency of seizures has significantly come down. ” said Dr. Ramesh Consultant Neurosurgeon, Minimal Access brain and spine surgeon, Kamineni Hospitals, Hyderabad.

“The most common areas of the brain which give rise to gelastic seizures are the hypothalamus that regulates the pituitary gland. A common cause of gelastic epilepsy is a small tumour in the hypothalamus. The majority of such tumours are benign. Children with hypothalamic hamartomas usually have gelastic seizures, cognitive malfunction, behavioural disorders. Early identification, proper diagnosis and management would help children to have better outcomes” Dr. Ramesh added.

The child’s parents had taken Grace to many hospitals but did not receive proper treatment. They are happy with the treatment given to Grace at Kamineni Hospitals.