Most Advanced Biplane Catheterisation Laboratory in South Asia supports clinicians in vascular procedures. Prolonged pain in lower limbs and difficulty walking may sometimes be due to peripheral arterial disease (PAD), caused by narrowing or blockage of the arteries. A procedure has to be done to widen or remove the blockage in the arteries. This procedure…
Many people live with conditions that affect their sense of smell, breathing, balance and vocal ability. Durdans ENT Unit provides specialised care for all types of ear, nose, throat and head & neck disorders and cancers. The ears, nose, and throat are anatomical areas that are located near each other and have separate but related…
A wedding day is undoubtedly a day of smiles. In any wedding, it is almost certain that you would find friends, family and of course the wedding photographer urging a smile out of the bride and groom. The expectation is, of course, a radiant and confident smile from the happy couple. If you find that…
The most common cancer among women in Sri Lanka is breast cancer. In Sri Lanka the risk of developing any of the common cancers in one’s lifetime, for both males and females, is 1 out of 40. Many improvements have been made in diagnosis and treatment of breast cancer where the current goal is conservation…
The first ever balloon expandable transcatheter aortic valve implantation (TAVI) – (without open heart surgery) was performed on an 82 year old patient with Ischemic Heart Disease and poor lung function by Dr Pandula Athauda-Arachchi Resident Consultant Interventional Cardiologist of Durdans Hospital. This was the first time that a procedure of this nature was done…
A life free from diseases, keeping fit and maintaining body shape are some of the concerns that we all struggle with to achieve a quality life. Healthy eating and being physically active are important keys to help you get there! So here are a few tips to help you. Let’s start with the basics.…
Stem cell therapy has great potential in tissue regeneration and repair for various forms of arthritis. Patients now have the option of obtaining these advanced treatments right here in Sri Lanka with superior outcomes. Q: What are stem cells? A: Stem cells are unspecialised cells with self-renewal potential and ability to differentiate into various adult…
It was an enriching morning for cardiac patients and general public at the latest edition of Heart Health Forum themed “Health that Makes the Heart Go On” held on 25th of August from 09.00 am to 10.30 am Attending the cardiac related awareness program, the audience gained practical information on diet and nutrition for a…
Stroke is one of the leading causes of death worldwide and cause more serious long-term disabilities than any other disease.Stroke obviously represents a serious physical and economic burden to the patient, caregiver, and society as a whole. A stroke or “brain attack” occurs when blood flow and oxygen are not adequately perfusing the brain. There…
Suspected communication problems in young children can be worrisome for parents but experts emphasise the importance of early diagnosis for achieving best outcomes. We spoke to Ms. Manthi Dissanayake, Resident Audiologist and Speech Pathologist of Durdans Hospital to find out more. In what situations should parents be concerned about hearing loss? If child doesn’t respond…