What is the current scene in the country for Epilepsy in terms of patients and advances in treatment?
At the global level, it is estimated that nearly 70 million people suffer from epilepsy and the prevalence of epilepsy across the globe is estimated to be 5-9 per 1,000 population. There are 12 million people with epilepsy in India, contributing to 1/6th of global burden.
In majority of the people with epilepsy ie 70-80%, the seizures can be well-controlled by giving anti-epileptic drugs. The rest 20-30% have medically refractory epilepsy, in these patients advanced modalities of treatment such as dietary therapy, epilepsy surgery and neuromodulation are the emerging therapeutic options.
How important is Epilepsy from a neurology department perspective?
Epilepsy, the fourth most common neurological disorder, affects people of all ages and can cause unpredictable seizures.
Who needs to be treated in an ICU?
Any patient who needs close monitoring and treatment needs to be admitted to an intensive care unit.
What are the specific areas where CCU services are provided?
The coronary care unit, emergency care unit, respiratory care unit, and intensive care unit (ICU) are common areas of critical care.
What is Ventilator?
A ventilator is a machine that helps you breathe or breathes for you.
What Organs and tissues can be donated?
Heart
Liver
Kidneys
Lungs
Pancreas
Cornea
Skin
Heart Valves
Bones
Tendons
Eye
Who can be Organ donors?
Anyone can donate not less than 18 years, who voluntarily authorizes the removal of their organs and/or tissues, regardless of their medical condition at the time of death or throughout their lifetime.
When should I go to the emergency department?
When to seek treatment in an ED depends on many factors. Head directly to the ED if your immediate condition could result in death or permanent disability. Urgent care centres are good alternatives for less serious injuries.
What is the role of the emergency department?
Emergency Department is the first point of contact for any critically ill patient, needing immediate medical attention. EDs have highly trained doctors and other health professionals on-site to deal with emergencies.
Is Emergency Cath lab available in the emergency department?
Yes, Asia’s First Emergency with Cath lab facility is available in Aster MIMS, Calicut.
