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CT Colonography: Virtual Colonoscopy for Colon Polyps and Colorectal Cancer Screening

CT colonography, also known as virtual colonoscopy, is a less invasive imaging test that uses CT scan technology to create detailed images of the colon and rectum. It helps doctors check for colon polyps, tumors, and signs of colorectal cancer.

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IVF and Family Planning: A Simple Guide to Fertility Treatment

Family planning can help couples better understand their reproductive health, review their choices, and make informed decisions about parenthood. For some couples, IVF may be part of a broader infertility treatment plan after evaluation by a fertility specialist.

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High-Risk Pregnancy: Warning Signs, Risk Factors, and Specialist Care

Pregnancy is often a joyful journey, but some pregnancies need extra care. A high-risk pregnancy means the mother, baby, or both have a higher chance of health complications during pregnancy, delivery, or after childbirth.

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Gynecologic Cancer: Symptoms, Screening, and Treatment

Gynecologic cancer, sometimes called women’s reproductive cancer, occurs in the female reproductive organs, including the cervix, ovaries, uterus, fallopian tubes, vagina, and vulva. Early-stage gynecologic cancer may not always cause obvious symptoms.

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The Heart Failure Care Pathway at Bumrungrad

Comprehensive Cardiac Care for a Stronger Heart Acute heart failure and critical cardiac conditions require immediate, specialized care to stabilize patients and improve their chances of recovery. Timely intervention, advanced technologies, and a multidisciplinary approach can make a significant difference during the most critical moments of a patient's journey.

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pVAD (IMPELLA) at Bumrungrad: Advanced Heart Support for Critical Cardiac Care

pVAD (IMPELLA) is a percutaneous microaxial flow pump. It is a tiny blood pumping device inserted via catheter through an artery in the groin or arm. With its tip positioned in the left ventricle, the device pumps blood into the aorta. It can pump up to 4.3 liters of blood per minute, equivalent to the amount that a normal human heart can pump, approximately 3-5 liters per minute. Studies have shown that Impella improves the heart's blood supply to the body and reduces the risk of death from cardiogenic shock.

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Women’s Health Checkup: Prevention, Screening, and Lifelong Care

A women’s health checkup helps assess reproductive health, breast health, hormonal changes, cancer screening needs, and overall wellbeing. The recommended tests depend on each woman’s age, symptoms, medical history, and risk factors.

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Bumrungrad Health Screening Center — Advanced. Comprehensive. Preventive.

"Today’s health check-up is no longer just about finding out whether you are sick or not. It’s about planning for your long-term health through advanced technology, in-depth analysis, and personalized care at Bumrungrad International Hospital."

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Malignant Hyperthermia (MH)

A severe reaction to anesthesia can happen without warning. That’s why genetic testing may help prevent unexpected medical emergencies before they happen.

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