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The Hindu
15-05-2025
- Health
- The Hindu
Newborns undergo keyhole procedures for critical health conditions in Tiruchi
Surgeons at Maa Kauvery and Kauvery Heartcity hospitals in Tiruchi have performed keyhole heart procedures on two newborn babies suffering from serious health conditions. In the first case, a 48-hour-old baby weighing 2 kg was struggling to get enough oxygen due to a condition called Critical Pulmonary Valve Stenosis, where the valve connecting the heart to the lungs was severely narrowed. The baby underwent a procedure called balloon pulmonary valvuloplasty, in which a tiny balloon was used to open the valve and restore proper blood flow. The second case involved a 11-day-old infant weighing 1.5 kg facing persistent breathing difficulties. The underlying issue was an abnormal blood vessel in the heart that had failed to close after birth, known as Patent Ductus Arteriosus (PDA). Surgeons performed an operation to place a Piccolo PDA device to seal the opening. The baby's breathing improved within 48 hours. Both procedures were done using minimally invasive angiographic techniques through blood vessels in the thigh that required only small, precise openings through the skin, rather than traditional surgery. Addressing a press conference, S.P. Vinoth Kumar, consultant paediatric cardiologist, Maa Kauvery Hospital, who led both the surgeries, along with teams from cardiac anesthesia and catheterisation laboratory, said: 'Parents must seek medical assistance as soon as possible for children born with heart issues in order to improve their chances of recovery.' D. Senguttuvan, co-founder and executive director, Kauvery Hospital, S. Mani Ram Krishna, consultant paediatric cardiologist, Kauvery Hospital Heartcity, and K. Senthil Kumar, head and senior consultant – neonatologist, Maa Kauvery Hospital, spoke.
The Hindu
10-05-2025
- Health
- The Hindu
Experts shed light on antenatal to postpartum care at Mother's Day special webinar
As part of The Hindu's wellness series, in collaboration with Kauvery Hospital, a webinar titled 'Understanding Motherhood and Postpartum Care' was held on May 10 in celebration of Mother's Day. The session featured four expert doctors from Kauvery Hospital, who shared valuable insights into physical, emotional and psychological challenges that new mothers face. Thendral K., Clinical Lead and Senior Consultant, Obstetrics & Gynaecology at Kauvery Hospital, Radial Road, spoke on the importance of antenatal care. 'Motherhood is one of the most profound and transformative journey a woman can experience,' she said. Dr. Thendral emphasised the critical role of antenatal care in identifying potential complications early and, ensuring timely medical interventions. She advocated for a holistic, evidence-based approach that safeguards maternal health, while monitoring foetal development closely. Proper nutrition and a well-balanced diet, she said, are essential for a healthy pregnancy and baby. T. Siraj Fathima, Consultant, Obstetrics & Gynaecology at Kauvery Hospital, Tirunelveli, addressed intrapartum care, with a focus on labour and delivery. She explained various modes of childbirth and introduced a comprehensive labour care guide. 'Having a birth companion, such as a spouse or mother, can greatly reduce anxiety during labour,' she said. Dr. Fathima also discussed the stages of labour and their typical durations, stressing that unexpected complications could arise and must be managed with appropriate medical support. Anitha, Senior Consultant, Obstetrics & Gynaecology at Kauvery Hospital, Alwarpet, focused on postpartum care, defining the postpartum period as the first six weeks after delivery. She highlighted the importance of a nutritious diet to support physical recovery during this time. 'For breastfeeding mothers, progesterone-only pills are preferred over combined contraceptives,' Dr. Anitha advised and raised awareness on postpartum blues and depression, urging families to recognise symptoms early and seek timely professional help. Providing an overview on breastfeeding, Susan Mathen, Consultant, Obstetrics, Gynaecology & IVF at Kauvery Hospital, Vadapalani, described the stages of breast milk — starting with colostrum in the first days, followed by transitional milk, then mature milk, which includes foremilk and hind milk. 'One key sign that your baby is feeding well is passing bright yellow, watery stools,' she added.
The Hindu
09-05-2025
- Health
- The Hindu
Webinar on motherhood and postpartum care to commemorate Mother's Day
To commemorate Mother's Day on May 11, Kauvery Hospital, in collaboration with The Hindu, will present a webinar on 'Understanding Motherhood and Postpartum Care,' as part of the wellness series. The session is scheduled to be held at 11.30 a.m. on Friday. The session will cover the complete journey of motherhood — from pregnancy to childbirth and beyond — and will offer expert medical advice, practical tips, and emotional support strategies to help mothers make informed decisions about their health and well-being. Thendral K., Clinical Lead and Senior Consultant, Obstetrics and Gynaecology, Kauvery Hospital, Radial Road, Chennai, will speak on antenatal care. Anitha, Senior Consultant, Obstetrics and Gynaecology, Kauvery Hospital, Alwarpet, will discuss postpartum care. Susan Mathen, Consultant, Obstetrics and Gynaecology, Kauvery Hospital, Vadapalani, will elaborate the importance of breast feeding. T. Siraj Fathima, Consultant, Obstetrics and Gynaecology, Kauvery Hospital, Tirunelveli,will explain intrapartum care. The session will be moderated by Hiba Mariam. To register, please visit or scan the QR code
Time of India
24-04-2025
- Politics
- Time of India
India to add 100-150 satellites to enhance safety, security in 3 yrs: ISRO Chief
Chennai: India would add another 100-150 satellites to cover the entire country over the next three years as part of enhancing border security and coastal surveillance, ISRO Chairman V Narayanan said here on Wednesday. Currently, India operates about 55 satellites and for a country which has a vast border and 7,500 km of shoreline, it is not sufficient, he said. Narayanan, also the Secretary, Department of Space, said it was for these reasons Prime Minister Narendra Modi introduced reforms in the Space Sector which allows participation of private players in building rockets and satellites. "We need a lot of satellites to protect our borders. We have 55 satellites working and it is not sufficient to monitor the border and coastal areas. For that we need more satellites. Through Space Sector reforms we can bring in private players to build satellites and we can handhold them. In three years, we will be adding another 100-150 satellites. With all those satellites we can monitor the country completely." he said at an event here. He was responding to a query on what are the steps that can be taken by ISRO in the wake of the terrorist attack in Kashmir's Pahalgam in which 26 people lost their lives. Narayanan was here at the launch of the "AI powered Robotic Compatible O-ARM with Stealth Navigation System" introduced by city-based health care provider Kauvery Hospital. Detailing some of the projects undertaken by the space agency, he said ISRO successfully performed the second docking of satellites as part of its SpaDeX missions on Monday. India was one of the four nations to achieve it, he said. The others are the US, Russia and China. ISRO had launched the PSLV-C60/Space Docking Experiment mission on December 30, 2024. Thereafter, the satellites were successfully docked for the first time on January 16 and successfully undocked on March 13, he said. A second docking was done last week. Further, Narayanan said, scientists were engaged in developing a satellite to study about climate change that would primarily serve the G20 countries. "About 50 per cent of the payload would be built by India and the remaining would be contributed from the G20 Nations." he said without elaborating. Kauvery Hospital Co-founder Dr Aravindan Selvaraj, on introducing the AI powered robotic compatible technology treatment for advanced brain and spine surgeries, said, it was a cost-effective treatment. With the help of AI, details of patients can be stored and surgeries can be performed 'effectively.'
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Business Standard
23-04-2025
- Business
- Business Standard
India to add 100-150 satellites to enhance safety, security in 3 yrs: Isro
India would add another 100-150 satellites to cover the entire country over the next three years as part of enhancing border security and coastal surveillance, Isro Chairman V Narayanan said here on Wednesday. Currently, India operates about 55 satellites and for a country which has a vast border and 7,500 km of shoreline, it is not sufficient, he said. Narayanan, also the Secretary, Department of Space, said it was for these reasons Prime Minister Narendra Modi introduced reforms in the Space Sector which allows participation of private players in building rockets and satellites. "We need a lot of satellites to protect our borders. We have 55 satellites working and it is not sufficient to monitor the border and coastal areas. For that we need more satellites. Through Space Sector reforms we can bring in private players to build satellites and we can handhold them. In three years, we will be adding another 100-150 satellites. With all those satellites we can monitor the country completely." he said at an event here. He was responding to a query on what are the steps that can be taken by Isro in the wake of the terrorist attack in Kashmir's Pahalgam in which 26 people lost their lives. Narayanan was here at the launch of the "AI powered Robotic Compatible O-ARM with Stealth Navigation System" introduced by city-based health care provider Kauvery Hospital. Detailing some of the projects undertaken by the space agency, he said Isro successfully performed the second docking of satellites as part of its SpaDeX missions on Monday. India was one of the four nations to achieve it, he said. The others are the US, Russia and China. Isro had launched the PSLV-C60/Space Docking Experiment mission on December 30, 2024. Thereafter, the satellites were successfully docked for the first time on January 16 and successfully undocked on March 13, he said. A second docking was done last week. Further, Narayanan said, scientists were engaged in developing a satellite to study about climate change that would primarily serve the G20 countries. "About 50 per cent of the payload would be built by India and the remaining would be contributed from the G20 Nations." he said without elaborating. Kauvery Hospital Co-founder Dr Aravindan Selvaraj, on introducing the AI powered robotic compatible technology treatment for advanced brain and spine surgeries, said, it was a cost-effective treatment. With the help of AI, details of patients can be stored and surgeries can be performed 'effectively.
