Apollo Hospital, Jubilee Hills, Hyderabad

The 640-slice CT scanner is the ultimate testament to the application of modern technology in medical sciences. It has emerged as the most powerful tool to diagnose cardiovascular disease, the cause of one in four deaths due to non-communicable diseases. The 640 Slice CT Scanner makes non-invasive precise assessment possible for many specialities such as Cardiology, Neurology, Oncology, Gastroenterology and Paediatrics.

The new Bioresorbable Vascular Scaffold (BVS), a non metallic mesh tube that is used to treat a narrowed artery, is similar to a stent, but slowly dissolves once the blocked artery can function naturally again and stays open on its own. Similar to a small mesh tube, BVS is designed to help open up a blocked artery in the heart and restore blood flow to the heart muscle. BVS gradually dissolves once the artery can stay open on its own, potentially allowing the blood vessel to function naturally again.

The state-of-the-art Brain and Spine Suite is equipped with the advanced intraoperative MRI (iMRI) which is used to acquire an updated and detailed MR image data at virtually any time during the surgery.

CorPath^© GRX Vascular Robotic System is the second generation robotic system designed to provide robotic-assisted Interventional procedures with the high level of accuracy. The application of robotics in procedures provides the benefits of precise device manipulation and creating a safer environment for patients (reduced radiation exposure).

Ushering in another new era in healthcare, the Apollo Hospitals Group has introduced the most advanced CyberKnife® Robotic Radio Surgery System in the Asia Pacific. The world’s first and only robotic radiosurgery system is designed to treat tumors anywhere in the body with sub-millimeter accuracy. An innovation in the treatment of cancer , a breakthrough technology, a non-invasive alternative to surgery, the CyberKnife® brings an unparalleled approach to treating inoperable tumors. Patients who previously had no options or only high-risk options for treatment now have a safer alternative.

CyberKnife® S7™ FIM Robotic Radio Surgery System is a non-invasive treatment for cancerous and non-cancerous tumors and other conditions where radiation therapy is indicated. The CyberKnife® S7™ FIM System uses cutting-edge robotics, advanced imaging and sophisticated software to deliver extremely precise, accurate radiation.

It treats tumours throughout the body, including the brain, lungs, spine, prostate, and abdomen. It can be an alternative to surgery for patients with inoperable or complex tumours. Even patients previously treated with radiation or with metastatic or recurrent cancers can receive CyberKnife® S7™ FIM treatment.

You’ve just been diagnosed with a condition requiring surgery. Until very recently your options included traditional surgery with a large open incision or laparoscopy, which uses small incisions but is typically limited to very simple procedures.

Thanks to a breakthrough surgical technology, there is a new category of minimally invasive surgery for which you may be a candidate. It is an effective, minimally invasive alternative to both open surgery and laparoscopy. Through the use of the da Vinci^® Surgical System, surgeons are now able to offer a minimally invasive option for complex surgical procedures.

Imagine major surgery performed through the smallest of incisions. Imagine having the benefits of a definitive treatment but with the potential for significantly less pain, a shorter hospital stay, faster return to normal daily activities – as well as the potential for better clinical outcomes.

ExcelsiusGPS® Spine Surgery Robot is a next generation spine surgery robot which combines a rigid robotic arm and full navigation capabilities into an adaptable platform for precise placement in spine surgery. Using ExcelsiusGPS® robotic navigation your surgeon can now place spinal implants with high precision and accuracy than ever before.

Paving the way towards addressing the ever evolving and complex healthcare environment in India, Apollo Hospitals has installed a first-of-its-kind cutting edge technology G (Gravity) Scan – an open standing MRI scanner.

This new open standing MRI Machine is a revolutionary platform for musculoskeletal applications including the spine, which provides surgeons a unique additional diagnostic element.

Gallium 68 is a radioactive diagnostic agent used in positron emission tomography (PET) imaging. It is a high-definition technology with molecular imaging, enabling the doctors to:

• Precisely scan the Neuroendocrine tumors (NETs), in a short span of time.
• Identifies the smaller lesions, which was previously missed in the conventional PET CT.
• Stages the level of disease, facilitating a better treatment plan and excellent outcomes.

Halcyon^TM Radiation Therapy System is the latest and most advanced system that has transformed radiation therapy by providing sophisticated, highly targeted cancer treatment with precision and accuracy. It delivers high quality care by optimizing 3D conformal, intensity- modulated radiation therapy (IMRT), image-guided radiotherapy (IGRT) and RapidArc® radiotherapy treatments.

The Hugo™ RAS system is designed to perform wide range of robotic-assisted and laparoscopic procedures. The HugoTM RAS system integrates wristed instruments, 3D visualisation, and a cloud-based surgical video capture and management solution. It empowers the surgeon to meet the unique needs of each patient by transforming the surgical approach. Thus, the Hugo™ RAS system brings the benefits of robot-assisted minimally invasive surgery to more patients around the world.

The Mako Robotic-Arm Assisted Technology has transformed the way hip and knee replacement surgeries are being performed. The Robotic-Arm Assisted Technology is controlled by the Orthopaedic surgeon, who uses the uniquely designed Mako System software to generate a 3D model of the patient’s hip or knee and creates a pre-operative plan. Mako robotic-arm removes the diseased bone and cartilage and the implant is placed while protecting the surrounding soft tissues.

The Mako Robotic-Arm Assisted Technology has transformed the way hip and knee replacement surgeries are being performed. The Robotic-Arm Assisted Technology is controlled by the Orthopaedic surgeon, who uses the uniquely designed Mako System software to generate a 3D model of the patient’s hip or knee and creates a pre-operative plan. Mako robotic-arm removes the diseased bone and cartilage and the implant is placed while protecting the surrounding soft tissues.

NAVIO Surgical system is a state-of-the-art robotics-assisted technology allowing your Orthopedic Surgeon to plan in advance a tailor-made procedure based on the patient’s unique anatomy. It also eliminates the necessity of CT Scan which is often time consuming and a radiation-intensive investigation. The robotic system works in conjunction with your surgeon’s skilled hands to attain precise positioning of implants.

As one of the most advanced cancer treatment options available, Novalis Tx™ radiosurgery & radiotherapy is changing the face of cancer treatment, and has already helped thousands of people continue to go to work, spend time with family and friends, take part in their favourite activities, while fighting cancer. It has several advantages, they are :

OCT – Optical Coherence Tomography is a light-based catheter which acquires on an image (photo) inside the heart blood vessel. OCT is a recently-developed, catheter-based Intravascular Imaging Technology that provides micron-scale resolution. It is a laser light equivalent of ultrasound imaging, measuring the intensity of backscattered infrared light rather than sound waves, and translates these optical echoes into a high-resolution, two-dimensional tomographic image. OCT has the highest imaging resolution of any currently-available technology. Cross-sectional resolutions of catheter-based OCT systems are in the range of 10-20 µm.

The Renaissance™ Robotic Surgical System transforms spine surgery from freehand procedures to highly-accurate, state-of-the-art robotic procedures, with less radiation and is used for procedures including minimally invasive surgery (MIS), scoliosis, and other complex spinal deformities. It is a minimally invasive robotic guided spine surgery system.

The Renaissance™ Robotic Technology is the only technology specifically designed for spine surgery and the Apollo Hospitals Group is the first in the Asia-Pacific to offer this surgical guidance system, which is a minimally-invasive robotic-guided spine surgery.

Carpal Tunnel Syndrome (CTS) is a condition characterized by numbness, pain, and discomfort in the hand, often accompanied by tingling, burning sensations, weakness in hand grip, or persistent pain. It occurs due to the gradual compression of the median nerve by surrounding structures within the carpal tunnel of the wrist, leading to nerve entrapment symptoms. These symptoms typically affect the thumb, index, and middle fingers, although the pain can sometimes radiate up to the shoulders.

Approximately one in five individuals experiencing these symptoms may be diagnosed with CTS following a thorough clinical examination, imaging, and electrophysiologic (nerve conduction) studies. If left untreated, CTS can lead to permanent nerve damage, resulting in constant numbness and muscle wasting in the hand, particularly affecting thumb movements.

CTS can affect both hands, although symptoms may be more pronounced on one side. In the early stages, symptoms are often intermittent and tend to occur at night, likely due to the flexed position of the wrist during sleep. The numbness can be intense enough to disrupt sleep.

Non-surgical treatment options include the use of night splints, steroid injections, and oral anti-inflammatory and analgesic medications. However, in acute cases, surgery may be the only viable option. The procedure, performed under local anesthesia, typically lasts no more than 30 minutes, with mild sedation helping to expedite the process.

Using an endoscopic technique with the assistance of a video monitor and a Smart Release device, the surgeon precisely cuts the transverse carpal ligament from underneath, avoiding a large incision on the palm. The retractable blade is then withdrawn, and the less-than-1 cm incision is closed with absorbable sutures.

The result is a small, cosmetically acceptable scar hidden within the wrist crease. Patients can typically return to work within eight days or even sooner.

This procedure is available at Apollo Speciality Hospitals.

The SpyGlass^TM DS Direct Visualization System is a breakthrough innovation in cholangioscopy, which overcomes the shortcomings of traditional cholangioscopes. It provides a unique and unmatched direct visualization of all bile-duct quadrants, enabling life-saving treatment of hepatobiliary disorders.

TrueBeam STx is an advanced linear accelerator and radiosurgery system used to treat cancer present anywhere in the body which is otherwise hard-to-reach. TrueBeam STx is a non-invasive alternative to conventional treatment.

Varian’s Truebeam STx with Velocity is an advanced radiotherapy system engineered to deliver more powerful cancer treatments with speed and precision. It facilitates unique integration of advanced imaging and motion management technologies to deliver radiation more quickly.

The World’s first fast 4D Dual Source CT scanner, the SOMATOM Force, is equipped with two detector arrays and two X-ray sources which are used at the same time. The two X-ray sources are positioned at 90 degrees from one another in order to achieve higher temporal resolutions and spectral image information. In contrast to conventional CT scanners, SOMATOM Force can scan patient at up to 737 millimeters per second, with a spatial resolution of 0.24 mm, and at a low dose of radiation and contrast agent.

ZAP-X Gyroscopic Radiosurgery is a cutting-edge technology designed to precisely target and treat brain tumors. Unlike traditional methods, ZAP-X utilizes a groundbreaking self-shielded, gyroscopic linear accelerator design. This innovation enables a comprehensive attack on tumors from all around the head, offering a new level of precision and effectiveness with minimal radiation exposure.

ZAP-X demonstrates high success, ensuring effective control and relief for various conditions with minimal long-term side effects.