2, Aug 2023
Milann & Rotary Club Collaborate to Highlight the Importance of Breastfeeding This World Breastfeeding Week 2023
Bangalore, 2nd August 2023 – Milann Fertility Specialist and the Rotary Club joined forces to celebrate World Breastfeeding Week 2023, organizing an insightful event that highlighted the significance of breastfeeding in maternal and child health. The event featured Dr. Payal, Senior Consultant in Reproductive Medicine and Fertility Specialist at Milann, who delivered a compelling talk on the importance of breastfeeding and its numerous benefits for both mothers and children.
As part of the global initiative coordinated by the World Health Organization (WHO), this year’s theme, “Enabling Breastfeeding: Making a Difference for Working Parents,” emphasized the need for breastfeeding-friendly workplaces and policies that support working parents, particularly mothers, in their breastfeeding journey.
Dr. Payal’s talk captivated the audience, offering valuable insights into the crucial role breastfeeding plays in nurturing infants and promoting their overall well-being. Her expertise underscored the physical and emotional advantages of breastfeeding, encouraging mothers to embrace this natural and fundamental aspect of parenthood.
“We are delighted with the success of our collaboration with the Rotary Club for World Breastfeeding Week 2023,” said Lakshman TL, CEO of Milann Fertility Specialist “Dr. Payal’s talk was truly inspiring, shedding light on the immense benefits of breastfeeding for both mothers and children. We are committed to promoting maternal and child health, and through this event, we aimed to raise awareness about the importance of supporting working parents in their breastfeeding journey. By creating a supportive environment for families, we can make a positive impact on the health and well-being of our community.”
World Breastfeeding Week, celebrated annually from 1st to 7th August, is a global initiative that advocates for breastfeeding as a critical element in improving the health of babies worldwide. Milann Fertility Specialist and the Rotary Club’s joint effort demonstrates their dedication to empowering parents and fostering a breastfeeding-friendly environment.
The event took place at Milann Fertility and Birthing Hospital, KumaraPark, Bangalore welcoming healthcare professionals, and the general public to participate in this essential discussion about the significance of breastfeeding support.
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1, Aug 2023
PingCAP APAC launches TiDB Serverless, a fully-managed, autonomous database for developers
Singapore, 1st August 2023 PingCAP APAC today announced the general availability (GA) of TiDB Serverless, its newest offering of TiDB, the company’s open-source, distributed SQL database. As a fully-managed, autonomous database-as-a-service (DBaaS), TiDB Serverless delivers reliable scalability for developers who want to free themselves from manual database tasks, such as sharding. The GA release of TiDB Serverless offers key advancements to PingCAP’s leading database architecture and provides developers with time-saving features, including
- Auto Elasticity – TiDB Serverless automatically scales hundreds of nodes up and down to meet critical workloads in real time. It enables separate scaling for storage and compute, allowing autonomous scalability of nodes without manual sharding—so development teams can focus on what’s next. TiDBServeless maintains the ACID properties of data transactions.
- Fully-Managed Operations – With built-in auto failover and self-healing to ensure continuous operations, multiple availability zones (AZs) are used to duplicate data, increasing overall resilience and prevention of failures. TiDB Serverless performs daily data backups, increasing safety measures and facilitating data recovery if necessary. TiDB Serverless also ensures auto-failover, minimizing downtime and guaranteeing business continuity.
- Usage-Based Pricing – Lower overall infrastructure costs by only paying for the data processing and storage you use. TiDB Serverless eliminates the need for manual intervention by abstracting the underlying infrastructure and automatically adjusts to changing workloads. TiDB Serverless guarantees that developers only pay for the resources they actually need.
- AI-Assisted Enhancements – New features such as Chat2Query, powered by OpenAI’s ChatGPT3, allow developers to generate SQL queries on the fly, increasing overall developer productivity. The service provides real-time insights into dynamic datasets, allowing developers to analyze and explore more data at a faster rate. The service ensures developers make smarter business decisions by providing timely and relevant information.
“Enter a new era of seamless scalability with our revolutionary TiDB Serverless,” stated Max Liu, CEO of PingCAP. “This innovative product represents a significant milestone for PingCAP, offering developers exceptional flexibility and scalability. TiDB Serverless will drive growth and empower organizations to achieve significant improvements in database management. We are excited for developers to explore its endless opportunities while benefiting from unmatched efficiency.”
31, Jul 2023
9th Nizam visits the 101st Urs- E- Shareef of Baghdadi Sahebaan on the eve of the death centenary of Hazrat Peer Syed Abdur Rahman Badey Baghdadi
Hyderabad, July 31, 2023………”The 9th Nizam of the Asaf Jahi Dynasty, H.E. Raunaq Yar Khan visits “Urs- E- Shareef of Baghdadi Sahebaan” at Darga in Hyderabad on Sunday late evening. It was his first ever official religious attendance at the 101st “Urs- E- Shareef of Baghdadi Sahebaan” on the death centenary of Hazrat Peer Syed Abdur Rahman AKA. Badey Baghdadi, Qibla RA (At Darga in Hyd.)
The royal Nizam family used to seek his blessings even to consolidate their crown, inviting him to inaugurate ceremonies.
The Asaf Jah VI, Highness Mir Mahboob Ali Khan used to welcome Hazrat where the carpet spread for his arrival would be immediately taken and stored respectfully so that it would not be tread on by others thereafter.
The very sought-after revered Janab Sayed Mahmood Husaini Qadri Al Rafai, Sadat Peer Baghdadi, the grandson and sajjada nashin of Qitte Salheen, the organiser of the present 101st Urs event says he is delighted and honoured to have His Highness Mir Mahboob Ali Khan’s blood descendant and great-grandson, the 9th Nizam head of the Asaf Jahi dynasty as a special visitor.
The 9th Head of the Asaf Jah family, Raunaq Yar Khan says, it’s an honour and pleasure to be received in reciprocation by Pir Baghdadi in continuation of the tradition of his great grandfather, the 6th Nizam with this being his first ever visit here to further bonds.
Says Mr Zubair Khan, an associate of Pir, it’s also very significant that after being appointed the 9th Nizam of the Dynasty, it’s H.H.’s first religious outing and attendance at a place of faith. That is, his first visit after he was anointed at the “Qaja ka Chilla”(another place of faith of Nizams) before his formal coronation by a huge majority of his royal family at a religious ceremony adjacent, over lunch.
Badey Pir Baghdadi memorized the Quran at age nine and mastered theology & Islamic Jurisprudence thereafter. At age 17 he earned the turban that symbolized high learning. Beyond his being the progeny of the prophet, his asceticism & piety gained widespread recognition.
Hazrat Badey Baghdadi left this mortal world on the 10th Muharram, year 1344 Hijira at the age of 63. He was buried at ‘Qita Saliheen’ in Nampally, Hyderabad. Thereon, every year his “Urs” (annual death anniversary) has and will be held, inshallah from the 10th to 12th Muharram. Hordes of dignitaries across the spectrum thronged the place on this Urs day to seek blessings from Peer Sadat Bagdadi.
31, Jul 2023
Branded vs Unbranded – 8 Reasons Why Developer Reputation Matters
– by Akash Pharande, Managing Director – Pharande Spaces
The Indian housing sector has seen the stronger emergence of branded developers over the last two decades. But after Covid-19, we are seeing a majority of homebuyers preferring properties by branded developers. Most industry estimates concur that around 70% of the projects by value in top Indian cities are by branded developers.
If you’re on the market for a home, your first preference will be a property in a project by such a developer.
But what constitutes a strong brand in real estate?
In the broadest sense, a branded real estate development firm is one whose name is widely known and trusted. The term ‘branded’ does not necessarily mean that the developer is a national player or that they are listed on the stock exchange.
Most Indian cities have developers with strong local presence, whose names are instantly recognized there. They have created a distinctive identity and image of their projects in the market.
Such a reputation is not easily won – it requires significant and consistent investment in creating brand equity and recognition over the years. While marketing strategies like image building via public relations campaigns, high-visibility advertising, and strong social media presence certainly play their roles, no real estate brand – especially in a B2C segment like residential real estate – can be built by marketing alone.
To quote famous author and speaker Seth Godin – “Brands, like people, have personalities. They occupy a space in our minds.” And when it comes to real estate, Jeff Bezos, the CEO of Amazon, comes even closer to the truth when he says, “A brand for a company is like a reputation for a person. You earn a reputation by trying to do hard things well.”
Developing good residential real estate is nothing if not hard and complex, and it takes dedication and resources to do it well.
Some key attributes of a branded developer:
1. A verifiable and well-established track record
The developer has consistently ensured that his customers get possession of the homes they have purchased within the period committed to in the sales deed. If there is a delay, the reasons are self-evident and obvious to the buyers – such as the labour shortage during the worst parts of the pandemic. Certainly, it will not be because the developer has run out of capital. This brings us to the next attribute.
2. No shortage of capital
Perhaps the most important attribute of a strong brand is that it sells even when non-branded products fall out of favour. When a developer’s projects are never short of buyers, he doesn’t run out of money. Branded developers are financially stable with access to institutional funding, ensuring continuous cash flows into projects. This reduces risks of delay or abandonment of projects. A strong brand’s most convincing endorsement is its balance sheet.
3. Consistent construction quality across projects
Regardless of how many projects he has ongoing and already completed, there will be no variations in the quality of materials used and workmanship. His properties are uniformly durable and resistant to wear and tear. The firm will have official certification such as ISO 9001-2000 which guarantees consistent and process-driven construction quality, using the latest construction techniques.
We have all heard of instances where a smaller developer delivered good quality construction in his first project but began cutting corners in later ones. Such practices are a death warrant to a developer’s reputation.
4. Genuine transparency
A branded developer conducts his business with complete financial transparency. The selling prices for the units in his project are declared and apply to all buyers. He is also fully compliant with all RERA guidelines, and in fact was practicing high corporate governance and ethical business even before RERA. This ensured that his company eased seamlessly into the new regime in 2016.
5. Customer centricity
Branded players are very responsive to customer needs and feedback, and invest heavily in post-sales service and relationship management. There is no ‘sell-it-and-forget-it’ attitude. A branded developer sees every past customer as his brand ambassador.
6. Generous marketing and promotions budgets
A branded developer lives up to his reputation with sizable budgets for advertising and digital engagement. The spend is clearly evident in the quality of the messaging, which invariably involves reputed advertising agencies, He invests significantly in brand building through advertising, digital campaigns, customer relationship management (CRM) and public relations. Branded developers know that they have a reputation that goes beyond any one project.
7. Superior amenities and facilities
Branded developers invest in premium amenities like swimming pools, gyms, sports courts, community spaces for their township projects. Homebuyers get to enjoy high-quality facilities rather than having to settle for a compromised lifestyle.
8. Innovative and sustainable project designs
Branded developers invariably have in-house design and architecture teams and also invest heavily in innovative, space-saving and comfort-oriented designs in their projects. Their projects also have the latest sustainability features, are designed and built to reduce their environmental impact, and have the certification to prove it.
To conclude
Despite the higher brand premiums, buying from a branded developer provides homebuyers greater peace of mind on project execution and asset quality. Properties from branded developers tend to appreciate better compared to those by unknown local builders, because the brand name adds a premium to resale values. Overall, the increasing success of branded developers in the Indian residential real estate space is as much their customers’ victory as it is theirs.
About the Author:
Akash Pharande is Managing Director – Pharande Spaces, a leading real estate construction and development firm famous for its township projects in West Pune and beyond. Pharande Promoters & Builders, the flagship company of Pharande Spaces and an ISO 9001-2000 certified company, is a pioneer of townships in West Pune.
31, Jul 2023
Extra-curricular activities are as important as studies. The pandemic made parents realise this fact: Dinesh Victor, an Expert in Skill Development in Children
Hyderabad, July 31, 2023 … .Globalart organized ‘KOLOR CHAMP 2023, ’ a Unique Art Competition in the city on Sunday at Satya Sai Nigamagamam in Srinagar Colony.
The competition was formally inaugurated by Mr Dinesh Victor, MD of SIP Academy, who is one of the names to reckon with in India on the subject of Skills Development in children and championing that cause.
450 young children, in the age groups of 5 to 15 years competed in the 5th Regional Competition of ‘Kolor Camp 2023’. The participants of this competition will go on to compete nationally, in a nationwide competition to be held later in the year. This competition was held physically after a gap of four years.
The theme of the contest “My Happiest Day at School” was announced on the spot. Children depending on their age group and category were supposed to imagine the theme and draw a painting or an artistic imagination in one hour forty-five minutes to 2 hours forty-five minutes.
Responding to the theme, Archana, a participant said, I can’t imagine one day. All days of my school life are the happiest days, she added and I have communicated the same she said.
Friends, sports, fun, learning and bagless days make me happy at School, said Akash.
Addressing kids on the occasion immediately after inaugurating it, Dinesh Victor said, Art teaches kids the most important quality of being patient. One should have the patience to see complete art. Unfortunately, the current generation doesn’t have patience. They look for instant results, he said. Patience improves kids’ ability to accept setbacks and enjoy life much more. “Good things come to those who wait, he said.
Globalart is a complete, systematic, and efficient art program aimed to develop the creative and artistic potential of children. The thoroughly researched and structured syllabus aims to provide children with formal yet child-friendly art training using creative challenges.
Extracurricular activities are as important as studies to the current generation of students. Parents also realised this fact during the pandemic. We have been getting very encouraging responses, he said. The programme has been developed by Globalart, Malaysia and has a presence in 22 countries and trained almost 2,75,000 children across the world since 1999, he added
Mr. Srinivas Mashetty, State Head – of Telangana and Andhra Pradesh said the 450 children who participated in the contest were drawn from 21 Global Art Training Centers spread across the twin cities of Hyderabad and Secunderabad.
Some of the paintings of these young children have gone places.
The World Wide Fund for Nature (WWF) a Swiss-based international non-governmental organization that works to sustain the natural world for the benefit of people and wildlife, uploaded the creatives of Globalart children on their website for the ‘Save the Tiger Campaign and for ‘Climate Change campaign”.
Globalart Children’s creatives were displayed at the 2nd World Ministerial Conference with delegates from 13 Tiger range countries in Bali Indonesia in 2010.
The competition holds the Limca Book of Record. It was created in Hyderabad. It was awarded during its 1st International ‘Kolor Champ’ in India at HICC, Madhapur in Hyderabad. Certification was given for Art competitions with participants from most countries. This happened in 2010, wherein 584 children participated. The children came from 7 countries (Indonesia, Malaysia, Singapore, Thailand, Vietnam, USA and India). The theme for the Competition theme was ‘One World.’
The Globalart program is a one-of-its-kind international creative art program for children (5 – 15 years). Over the last 18 years, Globalart has benefitted over 80,000 children across 125 centres in 7 states in the country. In the twin cities of Hyderabad and Secunderabad, there are 21 Centers where over 2000 children come in for classes every week.
29, Jul 2023
TECNO to enter the LED back panelled smartphone trend with an RGB Spin
New Delhi, 29th July 2023– It’s almost been two weeks with brands revealing their upcoming phone flaunting LED light design patterns over social media. That has stirred quite a discussion around who’s doing better?TECNO too caught the attention of the consumers when it dropped its latest teaser for the POVA 5 Pro 5G donning a multi-coloured LED light back panel and is set to give a tough competition to Nothing Phone (2).
Even though the light design resembles to the Nothing Phone, TECNO has an advantage over here as, unlike Nothing’s single white LED light, POVA 5 Pro seems to support RGB colours at the back. As per the teasers circulated on the internet, the brand has named light design as Arc interface and the same offers multiple functionalities with respect to incoming calls, music, and more.
Earlier in June 2022, the company launched POVA 3 with a single RGB LED light strip at the back panel, which received much praise among users. Taking the innovation one step ahead, the company is ready to announce its POVA 5 Pro 5G with the Arc Interface multi-coloured back panel, expected to launch in August 2023 on Amazon.
TECNO is known for launching best-in-segment features at competitive pricing. Considering the disruptive pricing of its Phantom V Fold, making it the most affordable fold phone in India, it is expected that POVA 5 Pro 5G will be launched at an aggressive pricing too. Looking at the teasers, POVA 5 Pro 5G seems to be positioned towards fuelling the aspirations of GenZ and seeing the consistent innovation from TECNO, the smartphone likely feature some best-in-segment attributes coupled with a premium 3D textured design. The exact specs are not known as of now but considering the specs of the previous POVA series smartphone, it is expected that the phone will boast a powerful processor, a big battery, and fast charging speed.
29, Jul 2023
VMC to conduct NAT test on 30th July 2023
Vidyamandir Classes (VMC), the nation’s leading institution and a hub for JEE (Main & Advanced), NEET preparation, is gearing to conduct its flagship test for Admission & Scholarships, National Admission Tests (NAT) on the 30th July 2023 through both offline and online modes in order to reward and encourage good students worldwide and elevating them towards academic growth.
This Test will give a significant boost to the preparation of JEE and NEET aspirants with Mentorship, Free Doubt Resolution, Motivational sessions from Founders & Top Faculty, and Free mock tests and practice school / board exams for current class final exams.
Students currently in Classes V, VI, VII, VIII, IX, X, & XI have the chance to take this test as a way to enroll in one of the many programs offered at Vidyamandir Classes, giving them a head start, access to scientifically designed Free Practice Tests, Mock Board Tests, a wide variety of E-study Material for the current class, and the chance to receive scholarships of up to 100%. Extra 10% concession will be provided on Tuition Fee to Girl students and to the children of school teachers.
“Building a solid foundation of scientific and technical knowledge and thus to prepare competent and motivated engineers and doctors is the primary motto of Vidyamandir Classes. The National Admission Test is targeted to provide an early start advantage for students to get more time to adapt to the quantum leap in the level of difficulty with ease. The emphasis is given on our programs which will enable students to imbibe the fundamental concepts of Physics, Chemistry & Mathematics/ Biology and on sharpening their analytical skills and parallel thinking process, making them capable to creatively solve complex and tricky problems by mere application of basic concepts.” Said Saurabh Kumar, Chief Academics Officer (CAO), Vidyamandir Classes
Students in grades V, VI, VII, and VIII will benefit from the National Admission Test’s Early Start advantage and help develop strong fundamentals that will give them an edge on other competitive tests like the IIT-JEE (Main & Advanced), NEET, NTSE, INSPIRE -KVPY, and Olympiads. Students will be prepared for scholastic and competitive assessments with early exposure to competitive exams, top-notch staff, and an all-encompassing teaching technique.
“Understanding students’ needs at different stages of their preparation has been the guiding force behind the teaching methodology at VMC. It is also the secret behind the success of our students in various National and International Level exams. VMC facilitates classes from highly experienced faculty with minimum experience of 10 years in the field of preparing students for competitive exams like JEE and NEET.” Said Mr. Abhishek Sharma, CBO, Vidyamandir Classes.
Candidates for the JEE and NEET who wish to attend the nation’s top engineering and medical schools should not miss this test. The top faculty members, including the VMC Founders, will participate in these classes and seminars.
29, Jul 2023
HostBooks expands Executive Team; onboards Yogesh Singhania as new Chief Business Officer
Gurugram, 29 July 2023: HostBooks – a SaaS-based and one of the fastest-growing Business Management Solution platforms is continuing to move on its expansion spree. The platform has recently onboarded Yogesh Singhania as the new Chief Business Officer who will drive the company’s broader vision and ambition and chalk out a robust growth strategy.
With almost 20 years of experience in the industry, Yogesh demonstrates exceptional leadership skills and has delivered growth to the business across all the GTM like Distribution, TeleSales, FOS and alliances. His strategic vision and leadership will play an instrumental role in driving revenue growth, exploring new opportunities for expansion, and establishing strategic partnerships.
Commenting on the appointment, Kapil Rana & Biswajit Mishra Founders of HostBooks said, “Yogesh is a seasoned industry leader and his expertise will add immense value to our overall growth efforts. We are delighted to have him onboard and confident that his appointment will further strengthen our leadership position in the market while steering the company towards its next stage of growth.”
Delighted about the appointment, Yogesh Singhania, new CBO of HostBooks said, “I am thrilled to be a part of such a fast-growing platform. The role of finance departments and accountants has turned inefficient with the implementation and complexities of new tax regimes. HostBooks is definitely a revolutionary product for the market and we look forward to bolstering its business development efforts in the near future.”
Prior to his new role at HostBooks, Yogesh was associated with Airtel, Vodafone, Hello Verify, Rico and Idea in a leadership position. His role was pivotal in ensuring customer satisfaction, territory expansion and overall organization growth. His appointment with HostBooks will help the company streamline and scale-up business operations and enhance the overall customer experience.
As a comprehensive platform, HostBooks has revolutionized manual and resource-intensive book-keeping, banking, MIS, reporting, compliances, audits, etc. In a short span, the platform has recorded exponential growth, including the hiring of 60+ team members in the ongoing fiscal and also has attained profitability.
29, Jul 2023
AHUTI: A Convergence of Dance Traditions Takes Center Stage at NCPA Mumbai
Mumbai/Hyderabad, 29th July, 2023 – Get ready to be captivated by the spellbinding collaboration of Nrityagram Dance Ensemble and Chitrasena Dance Company as the NCPA and Sahachari Foundation proudly present AHUTI, an extraordinary dance performance that merges the traditional beauty of Odissi and Sri Lanka’s Kandyan Dance with contemporary flair. Set against a backdrop of exquisite rhythms from both countries, AHUTI takes the stage at the renowned Jamshed Bhabha Theatre, NCPA on Thursday, 10th August, at 6.30 pm.
AHUTI is a breathtaking exploration of the meeting point between Kandyan and Odissi dance traditions. These vibrant dance forms engage in a rhythmic dialogue, challenging, combining, and embracing each other in a musical conversation like never before. Prepare to be swept away by the artistry and skill of the exceptional performers who will take you on a journey of cultural fusion and artistic expression.
According to Swapnokalpa Dasgupta, Head of Dance Programming at NCPA, “AHUTI is a groundbreaking collaboration showcasing dance’s true essence. It celebrates the diverse dance traditions from India and Sri Lanka, blending the ancient and the contemporary. This performance promises to be a feast for the senses, leaving the audience inspired.”
Supported by Deepak Fertilizers & Petrochemicals Corp. Ltd. And KERF, AHUTI is a testament to its unwavering commitment to the arts and cultural exchange. The collaboration between Nrityagram and Chitrasena Dance Company exemplifies the power of artistic collaboration in fostering harmony and mutual appreciation.
Don’t miss this one-of-a-kind dance experience that transcends borders, unites cultures and communities. Immerse yourself in the magic of AHUTI and witness the beauty of dance come alive on the stage.
Nrityagram:
Nrityagram is India’s first modern Gurukul (residential school) for Indian classical dances and an intentional community as a dance village. Founded in 1990 by Odissi dancer Protima Gauri, Nrityagram offers training in various Indian classical dance forms, including Odissi, Mohiniattam, Kathak, Bharatnatyam, Kuchipudi, Kathakali, and Manipuri. Situated near Bengaluru’s Hesaraghatta Lake, Nrityagram is renowned for its immersive training, following the ancient Guru-shishya tradition. The Nrityagram Dance Ensemble, comprised of exceptionally talented dancers, has performed extensively in India and across the globe, captivating audiences with their exquisite performances.
Chitrasena Dance Company:
Chitrasena Dance Company, led by the late Deshamanya Chitrasena, is internationally recognized for its significant contributions to establishing a modern Sri Lankan dance tradition. The company has gained widespread acclaim and popularity worldwide, focusing on promoting traditional Sri Lankan dance forms, including Kandyan Dance. Chitrasena’s pioneering efforts revolutionized the dance landscape in Sri Lanka, infusing it with new dynamism and extending its reach to contemporary audiences. Known for their artistic excellence, the Chitrasena Dance Company continues to inspire and captivate with their compelling performances.
Swapnokalpa Dasgupta:
Swapnokalpa Dasgupta is an accomplished professional in the field of dance. As Head of Dance Programming at NCPA, Mumbai, she showcases her expertise as a Classical Odissi Dance Performer, Teacher, Dance Curator, Choreographer, and Arts Administrator. With a keen eye for artistic excellence and a passion for promoting cultural exchange, Swapnokalpa has curated numerous exceptional dance productions. Her extensive experience in program conceptualization and execution, arts education, and arts marketing and audience development has contributed significantly to the growth and enrichment of the dance community. Her commitment to promoting diverse dance forms and nurturing talent has made her a respected figure in the dance world.
29, Jul 2023
Apollo Hospitals in Bengaluru successfully removed a 7.0+ cm kidney stone from a patient with “Moses technology” (Moses2.0)
Bengaluru, July 29, 2023: Doctors at Apollo Hospitals in Seshadripuram, Bengaluru, successfully removed a 7.2 cm kidney stone using an innovative new minimally invasive Holmium laser with ‘Moses Technology (Moses2.0). According to doctors at Apollo Hospitals, it is the most unusual case in which a large kidney stone has been removed using RIRS and Moses technology.
The patient, a 65 + year-old lady, used to have recurrent flank pain for 1 year, and on evaluation, she was found to have large kidney stones measuring 7.0 + cm, producing a staghorn pattern calculus. Her case was a challenging one, as she had four other co-morbid conditions like Parkinson’s disease, diabetes, hypertension, and a cardiac condition with a post TAVI procedure (cardiac procedure) and was on blood thinners (Antiplatelet agents: ecosprin and clopilet). Her condition was challenging in that the stone was large (occupying 2/3 of the kidney and upper ureter) and associated with comorbidity as mentioned above, and moreover, the patient was taking blood thinners (which makes the invasive surgery next to impossible).
Dr. T. Manohar, Chief Urologist & Transplant surgeon, Apollo Hospitals, Seshadripuram said, “We took up this challenging case at our hospital and promised her a ray of hope. With our team and technical experts, we have decided to go ahead with the procedure using the new Moses 2.0 technology. The huge kidney stone was cleared with only minimal incisions and minimal blood loss. The patient is doing well after the operation and is on the path to recovery.”
The currently available treatment for such large stones is PCNL (where the kidney is punctured and stones are removed through 2-3 holes), which might lead to severe bleeding and incomplete clearance. She was advised to undergo conservative management by several other specialists. Also, it requires multiple staged procedures if done via conventional methods. On seeing the success rates and benefits of “Moses technology” (Moses 2.0), Dr. T. Manohar added, “The new stone age era has arrived for Uro Sciences.”
Speaking on the success of this urology case, Mr. Uday Davda, COO, Apollo Hospitals, Seshadripuram, said, “The doctors at Apollo Hospitals, Seshadripuram, Bengaluru, have been at the forefront in using advanced technologies in medical science. Till date, we have successfully removed more than 1200 kidney stones, and among them, more than 500 were large kidney stones, varying in size from 2.5 cm to 6.2 cm. This large stone (7.0 + cm) is treated by RIRS and Moses technology.”
