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FV Hospital Pours $7.7M Into Cutting-Edge CyberKnife Cancer Treatment

The technology can precisely track and destroy tumours across the body. Vietnam’s FV Hospital has committed approximately $7.7 million (VND 200 billion) to implement Accuray’s CyberKnife S7 Robotic Radiosurgery System for non-surgical cancer therapy. The system includes a versatile robotic limb and incorporates artificial intelligence for accurate tracking and elimination of tumors throughout the body. This technology is intended to address intricate forms of cancer that are difficult to tackle using standard radiation therapy techniques. It encompasses tumors located in areas such as the brain, liver, pancreas, spinal cord, and breast, along with various gynecological malignancies. Furthermore, it can address benign tumors, brain vascular abnormalities, complex heart rhythm disorders, and specifically recurring tumors that aren't candidates for surgical removal. VND 1 = $0.0...

Fiji's NUH Hospital Partners with Global Teams for Annual Pediatric Cardiac Missions

These missions aim to foster the sharing of knowledge and enhance skill sets. Singapore’s National University Hospital (NUH) has entered into an agreement with the Sri Sathya Sai Sanjeevani Children’s Heart Hospital Fiji (SSSSCHF) to assist in yearly pediatric heart surgery initiatives at SSSSCHF. Beyond providing clinical services, these missions aim to foster knowledge sharing, skill enhancement, and joint research initiatives between the two organizations. Furthermore, NUH and the National University Heart Centre, Singapore (NUHCS), will host medical personnel from SSSSCHF for brief training sessions and observational placements. "The knowledge and skills obtained through this multidisciplinary team’s mission can be leveraged to enhance our program for treating congenital heart diseases," stated Laszlo Kiraly, who leads as both the Head and Senior Consultant at the Departmen...