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In a groundbreaking development for pediatric healthcare in the Philippines, the Philippine Children’s Medical Center (PCMC) in Quezon City proudly unveils its latest additions: state-of-the-art magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) and computed tomography (CT) scanners.

National Dental Centre Singapore (NDCS) has recently launched a nitrous oxide sedation service, specifically designed to alleviate dental anxiety in paediatric patients. Nitrous oxide sedation is a lower-risk alternative to General Anaesthesia (GA), particularly for complex dental treatments. It offers mild sedation, making it safer for the respiratory system and blood flow. Another advantage is its rapid elimination from the body, allowing for a quicker recovery.

The gallbladder, a small, pear-shaped organ beneath the liver, plays a crucial role in our digestive system. However, its health is often overlooked until discomfort and illness strike. In the second part of this series, we look at the diagnosis, treatment and prevention measures of gallbladder conditions with Dr Lee Ser Yee. Dr. Lee Ser Yee specialises in Hepatopancreatobiliary surgery (HPB), Liver transplantation, and minimally invasive Surgery (MIS). His area of expertise lies in minimally surgery to treat liver, gallbladder and pancreas diseases.

In a groundbreaking healthcare advancement, Maharaj Nakorn Chiang Mai Hospital has integrated a catheterisation laboratory (cath lab) with a cardiac MRI facility, transforming emergency cardiac care in Thailand.

LSU safety Greg Brooks Jr., aged 22, recently faced a life-altering diagnosis: medulloblastoma, an uncommon brain cancer. Medulloblastoma affects around 350-500 people in the U.S. annually, with children being its most frequent victims. Greg’s condition came to light after an MRI scan showed a tumour between his cerebellum and brainstem.

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For certain medical conditions, getting a clear picture of the interior of the body is crucial. A diagnostic imaging test…