Conservative laryngeal surgeries are rare. Frontolateral hemi-laryngectomy is one such surgery that eradicates the cancer completely whilst retaining the voice intact.



Recently, a 35 years old patient successfully underwent this procedure at Vydehi Institute of Oncology. With this Vydehi Institute of Oncology became one of the select few private oncology centres to offer a complete range of surgical procedures along with comprehensive treatment for the entire range of head and neck cancers.

Department of Radiodiagnosis & Imaging, VIMS & RC – Symposium on Radiological Imaging (21-4-2012)

Bone Mineral Density (BMD) is measured by a procedure called “Densitometry”, often performed in the radiology department in the hospital. The equipment uses two X-Ray energy levels to estimate the absorption coefficient from which is derived the mineral content within the bone examined.

New developments in Dual Energy X-ray Absorptionmetry (DEXA) technology have lead to major improvements in diagnosing osteoporosis, more accurately and also in determining future fracture risk, and in also, diagnosing certain cardiovascular diseases by assessing aortic wall calcifications.

The National Osteoporosis Foundation recommends BMD testing for the following individuals:

• All women aged 65 years and older regardless of risk factors.
• Younger postmenopausal women with one or more risk factors.
• Postmenopausal women who present with fractures (to confirm
 the diagnosis and determine disease severity).
• Estrogen deficient women at clinical risk for osteoporosis.
• Individuals with vertebral abnormalities.
• Individuals receiving, or planning to receive, long-term  glucocorticoid (steroid) therapy.
• Individuals with primary hyperparathyroidism.
• Individuals being monitored to assess the response or efficacy of an approved  osteoporosis drug therapy.
• Individuals with a history of eating disorders.

DEXA is used world over in all major Referral Hospitals. It is of immense value in:

• Measuring Bone Mineral Density (BMD);
• Vertebral Fracture Assessment (VFA);
• Hip Structural Analysis;
• 3-D Bone Imaging;
• DXA as a Predictor of Heart Disease and Stroke;
• DXA as a Measure of Body Composition;

In identifying sub-clinical fractures, predicting the possibility of fractures especially in the aged, estimates the mineral content in every bone of the body. Also, estimates the fat content in the body.

The Mega General Health Camp conducted at Lakkur (Mallur Tq) in liason with HAL(Composite Manufacturing Division) attracted as many as 1620 patients in all age groups from the neighboring towns & villages.The camp was indeed a huge success as it was a very well coordinated team effort of all VIMS & RC doctors,paramedics & other staffs.

The World Cancer Day is celebrated every year on February 4th. World over many cancer organizations and other health care providers conduct events relevant to the occasion. To generate awareness and positive contribution from one and all a theme is created every year for the “World Cancer Day”.

“Together it is Possible” was the theme for this year.

True to this spirit, Vydehi Institute of Oncology, Whitefield, Bangalore has taken some long term forward looking initiatives. Women related scheme called – “WOMEN & V”, which aims to address and provide enterprising solutions to the common breast and gynecological conditions in women was launched by the Honorable Governor of Karnataka, Sri. H. R. Bharadwaj on this day at 10:30 am at Raj Bhavan, Bangalore

Later the Governor flagged off a Cancer Awareness Walkathon, with around 1,000 medical personnel participants from Vydehi Institute of Medical Sciences & Research Centre and Mallya Hospital, Bangalore. The walkathon originated at Raj Bhavan around 10:45 am and culminated at Cubbon Park, Bangalore.

Dr. Lalit Kumar, Professor of Medical Oncology, AIIMS, New Delhi delivered a key note lecture on Ovarian Cancer Scenario in India – on this World Cancer Day at the Oncology Centre premises at 12:00 noon.

The centre also carried out a successful Free Cancer Screening Week for Bangalore and its neighboring citizens to mark the arrival of world cancer day


Dr. M. S. Ganesh
Head of Oncology Service
Vydehi Institute of Oncology
080-41663864/9902070749
oncology@vimsmail.com / msganeshl965@gmail.com


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World Cancer Day – Events – Vydehi Institute of Oncology

Vydehi Institute of Medical Sciences & Research Centre in its ten years of existence has transformed itself to a super specialty hospital of truly global standards.

Addressing the media here today, Mrs. Kalpaja Dalavoi, Director of VIMS & RC said, “Hearing impairment is no more considered as a disability. With recent advances in medical field, there are management options for individuals with profound hearing impairment. Cochlear Implant is among one of the options and is usually suggested when there is no benefit from hearing aids. Arrival of high end diagnostic equipments for early identification of hearing loss as early as 6 months facilitates the early intervention and management of hearing loss. Keeping this in mind VIMS & RC has opened Cochlear Implant Centre to facilitate the management of hearing loss with state-of-the-art diagnostic equipments at an affordable cost”.

The Programme is mentored by renowned Cochlear Implant surgeon Padmashree Prof. (Dr.) J. M. Hans, of New Delhi, is a pioneer for Minimum Surgical Intervention – Veria Technique of cochlear implant surgery in India. Adding to this Dr. G. Prabhakar, Prof. & HOD, Department of ENT, VIMS & RC said that the department has well equipped OT facilities to undertake cochlear implant surgery.

Our guest speaker for the occasion Prof. (Dr.) J. M. Hans said, that the process however does not end with surgery, auditory re-habilitation is essential for those who have undergone cochlear implant surgery. The success of cochlear implants depends solely on an efficient re-habilitation programme. This service will be imparted at Auditory Rehabilitation Centre at Vydehi Institute of Rehabilitation (VIR).

Cochlear implant is a small artificial hearing device which is designed to produce hearing sensation by electrical stimulation of nerves inside the inner ear. The patient needs to know learning and relearning techniques. Hearing through cochlear implant is very different from normal hearing or hearing through hearing aids. Cochlear implant facilitates development of listening and speech skills, more so in the young to attend school with hearing peers. Cochlear Implantation is a life changing event to many individuals with profound hearing loss.

VIMS & RC introduces - WELLNESS EVENING CLINIC

VIMS & RC introduces – WELLNESS EVENING CLINIC

Offers Specialty and Super-Specialty services that includes state-of-the-art diagnostic facilities to ensure the delivery of holistic patient care.

Consultation Timing:

Monday to Saturday

04:30 pm to 07:00 pm

For more details and appointment – Contact:

Vydehi Institute of Medical Science and Research Centre

#82, EPIP Area, Whitefield, Bangalore – 560066

Ph: 28413381 / 82 / 83 / 84

Mob: 8123033567

Vydehi Institute of Rehabilitation – Rehab Day Celebration 2011

To commemorate 3rd December 2011 as the WORLD DISABILITY DAY 9th Annual Rehab day was celebrated at Vydehi Institute of Rehabilitation

This was a very special day for all of us here. The celebrations took course in the form of cultural programmes by children with special needs. Children with visual impairment from Pundit Puttaraj Gowai Trust for Disabled sang the invocation song. The programme began with offering of flowers to the deity by the eminent guests and dignitaries.
Graduation Ceremony was concluded for the little ones to mark their successful milestones in life.

It was encouraging to see that the children who attended VIR programme, have qualified to meet the standards for the so called mainstream schools or integrated setups. These kids were awarded for graduating to normal schools from VIR.

As we know that “Early Intervention Centre” is at the heart of VIR. Kids after completing 5 years of age at VIR have qualified to climb up the ladder to reach Vydehi School. The kids who moved from VIR to Vydehi School were also presented with awards.

Also, this was an opportunity to appreciate the hard work of parents in realizing potentials of their children. Parents were also awarded for their zeal to participate. They received awards for punctuality and attendance.

Commodore Indru Wadhwani, President, Mallya Hospital announced the opening of EARLY INTERVENTION CENTRE (VIR) at Mallya Hospital from January 2012.

Vydehi Institute of Dental Sciences adopted children of VIR for their complete dental and oral care.

Vydehi Institute of Medical and Dental Sciences – Fresher’s Day 2011 – 2012