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Time of India
4 days ago
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- Time of India
PM Modi inaugurates machines for cancer diagnosis
1 2 Varanasi: Prime Minister Narendra Modi virtually inaugurated two state-of-the-art linear accelerators (radiation machines), a Mantra robotic surgery unit and a CT scan machine for patients of Mahamana Pandit Madan Mohan Malaviya Cancer Centre and Homi Bhabha Cancer Hospital here on Saturday. Inclusion of new machines is expected to significantly improve the speed, accuracy, and quality of treatment. The hospital received the devices recently under CSR. Director of MPMMCC and HBCH, Dr Satyajit Pradhan, said that these advanced medical devices provided through CSR, at a cost of Rs 73.30 crore, will set an inspiring example for cancer treatment in India. "We are grateful to all donors who stood with us in this battle against cancer," he said. The UP govt provided Rs 31.63 crore for one machine, while Power Grid Corporation of India Ltd contributed Rs 26.42 crore under CSR for the other. Mahamana Cancer Centre has become the first hospital in Purvanchal to offer robotic surgery for cancer treatment. With support from ICICI Foundation, this unit was established at a cost of Rs 10 crore for complex surgeries with greater precision, less time, and minimal risk in cases related to the urinary system, head and neck and abdominal cancers. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Is this legal? Access all TV channels without a subscription! Techno Mag Learn More Undo Additionally, patients will recover faster and spend less time in the hospital. Known as Mantra Robotic Unit, the technology was developed under the "Make in India" initiative. For accurate and timely diagnosis of cancer, an additional state-of-the-art 128-slice CT scan machine was installed in the hospital, significantly provided by Kotak Mahindra Bank. The new machine will expedite the examination process and reduce waiting lists. It will directly benefit economically disadvantaged patients. With support from ICICI Foundation, this unit was established at a cost of Rs 10 crore for complex surgeries with greater precision, less time, and minimal risk in cases related to the urinary system, head and neck and abdominal cancers. Additionally, patients will recover faster and spend less time in the hospital. Known as Mantra Robotic Unit, the technology was developed under the "Make in India" initiative. For accurate and timely diagnosis of cancer, an additional state-of-the-art 128-slice CT scan machine was installed in the hospital, significantly provided by Kotak Mahindra Bank. The new machine will expedite examination process and reduce waiting list. It will directly benefit economically disadvantaged patients. Get the latest lifestyle updates on Times of India, along with Friendship Day wishes , messages and quotes !
Time of India
5 days ago
- Health
- Time of India
PM Narendra Modi inaugurates advanced cancer treatment facilities in UP's Varanasi; robotic surgery, radiation machines & CT scanner installed under CSR
VARANASI: Prime Minister Narendra Modi virtually inaugurated two state-of-the-art linear accelerators (radiation machines), a Mantra robotic surgery unit, and a CT scan machine on Saturday for patients at the Mahamana Pandit Madan Mohan Malaviya Cancer Centre (MPMMCC) and Homi Bhabha Cancer Hospital (HBCH). The addition of these new machines is expected to significantly improve the speed, accuracy, and quality of treatment. The hospital received these medical devices recently under the Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) initiative. Dr Satyajit Pradhan, Director of MPMMCC and HBCH, said the advanced medical devices, provided through CSR at a total cost of Rs 73.30 crore, will elevate the treatment capacity of both hospitals to new heights. This move is expected to not only enhance the effectiveness and efficiency of cancer treatment but also act as a lifeline for underprivileged patients fighting for life with limited resources. The initiative aims to strengthen regional healthcare and set an inspiring example for cancer care in India. "We are grateful to all the donors who stood with us in this battle against cancer; this would not have been possible without their support," he said. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Villas For Sale in Dubai Might Surprise You Dubai villas | search ads Get Deals Undo Radiation therapy remains a crucial part of cancer treatment, with most patients requiring it at some stage. Currently, the hospital has four radiation machines, which were insufficient to meet the demand, leading to treatment delays. To address this issue, two new linear accelerators have now been installed. The Uttar Pradesh government funded one machine with ₹31.63 crore, while Power Grid Corporation of India Limited contributed Rs 26.42 crore under CSR for the other. The operation of these machines is expected to reduce waiting times and improve the quality of life for cancer patients, significantly enhancing the hospital's cancer management capabilities. The Mahamana Cancer Centre has also become the first hospital in Purvanchal to offer robotic surgery for cancer treatment. With support from the ICICI Foundation, the unit was established with ₹10 crore. This technology enables complex surgeries to be carried out with greater precision, shorter operating time, and minimal risk. The Mantra Robotic Unit, developed under the "Make in India" initiative, will be especially effective in treating cancers of the urinary system, head and neck, and abdomen. Patients are expected to recover more quickly and spend less time in hospital, easing pressure on the healthcare system. Timely and accurate diagnosis is key to successful cancer treatment. To support this, a new 128-slice CT scan machine has also been installed, funded by Kotak Mahindra Bank under CSR with ₹5.25 crore. This addition is set to speed up the diagnostic process and reduce the waiting list significantly. It will particularly benefit patients from economically weaker sections who cannot afford costly private diagnostic services. Get the latest lifestyle updates on Times of India, along with Friendship Day wishes , messages and quotes !
