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September 14, 2026

Prostate Cancer Does Not Always Require Surgery Understanding Your Treatment Options

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By: RS Abdi Waluyo After a prostate cancer diagnosis, one of the first questions is whether surgery is needed straight away. The answer depends on the individual. Some cancers can be monitored on a planned schedule, while others need treatment to prevent or control progression. Prostate cancer develops when cells in the prostate gland grow Prostate Cancer Does Not Always Require Surgery Understanding Your Treatment Options

September 14, 2026

A High PSA Does Not Always Mean Prostate Cancer Understanding MRI and Biopsy

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By: RS Abdi Waluyo An elevated PSA result can be worrying. However, that number alone is not enough to diagnose prostate cancer. Your doctor needs to consider the result alongside your medical history, risk factors, and other findings before deciding what to do next. Prostate cancer is the uncontrolled growth of cells in the prostate, A High PSA Does Not Always Mean Prostate Cancer Understanding MRI and Biopsy

September 14, 2026

Prostate Cancer Can Develop Without Symptoms Know the Risks and Signs to Watch For

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By: RS Abdi Waluyo Having no urinary symptoms does not necessarily mean you are free of prostate cancer. In its early stages, the disease often causes no symptoms. Understanding your risk factors is therefore just as important as noticing changes in your body. At the same time, waking up at night to urinate or having Prostate Cancer Can Develop Without Symptoms Know the Risks and Signs to Watch For

August 28, 2026

Pacemaker Implantation (World’s Smallest Pacemaker)

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By: RS Abdi Waluyo Pulmonary embolism (PE) is a condition in which a blood clot blocks one or more blood vessels in the lungs. The clot most commonly originates from the deep veins of the legs, known as deep vein thrombosis (DVT), and then travels through the bloodstream to the lungs. The severity of PE Pacemaker Implantation (World’s Smallest Pacemaker)

July 31, 2026

Pacemaker Implantation (World’s Smallest Pacemaker)

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By: RS Abdi Waluyo Overview What is Pacemaker Implantation? Pacemaker Implantation is a minimally invasive cardiac procedure used to treat abnormal heart rhythms (arrhythmias), particularly conditions where the heart beats too slowly (bradycardia) or fails to maintain an adequate heart rate. A pacemaker is a small electronic device placed under the skin, usually beneath the Pacemaker Implantation (World’s Smallest Pacemaker)

July 31, 2026

Cardiopulmonary Exercise Test (CPET)

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By: RS Abdi Waluyo What is a Cardiopulmonary Exercise Test (CPET)? A Cardiopulmonary Exercise Test (CPET) is a comprehensive diagnostic test that evaluates how well your heart, lungs, and muscles work together during physical activity. The test measures your body’s ability to use oxygen and produce carbon dioxide while you exercise on a treadmill or Cardiopulmonary Exercise Test (CPET)

July 16, 2026

Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS): A Non-Invasive Therapy for Neurological and Mental Health Conditions

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By: RS Abdi Waluyo What is Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS)? Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS) is a non-invasive therapy that uses magnetic pulses to stimulate specific areas of the brain involved in mood regulation, movement, cognition, and other neurological functions. The procedure does not require surgery or anesthesia and is generally painless. TMS may be recommended Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS): A Non-Invasive Therapy for Neurological and Mental Health Conditions

July 16, 2026

Transcranial Doppler (TCD): Non-Invasive Assessment of Brain Blood Flow

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By: RS Abdi Waluyo What is Transcranial Doppler (TCD)? Transcranial Doppler (TCD) is a non-invasive ultrasound test used to measure the speed and direction of blood flow through the major blood vessels of the brain. Using sound waves, TCD allows doctors to evaluate cerebral blood circulation and identify potential abnormalities without surgery or the need Transcranial Doppler (TCD): Non-Invasive Assessment of Brain Blood Flow

July 16, 2026

MRI 3 Tesla: Advanced Imaging for Accurate

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By: RS Abdi Waluyo What is MRI 3 Tesla? Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) 3 Tesla is an advanced diagnostic imaging technology that uses a powerful magnetic field and radio waves to produce highly detailed images of the body’s internal organs, soft tissues, bones, joints, and blood vessels. With a magnetic field strength of 3 Tesla, MRI 3 Tesla: Advanced Imaging for Accurate

July 16, 2026

Minimally Invasive Spine Surgery (MISS): Advanced Spine Surgery Through Smaller Incisions

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By: RS Abdi Waluyo What is Minimally Invasive Spine Surgery (MISS)? Minimally Invasive Spine Surgery (MISS) is an advanced surgical technique used to treat disorders of the spine through small incisions using specialized instruments and high-definition imaging technology. Compared with traditional open spine surgery, MISS minimizes disruption to surrounding muscles and soft tissues, which may Minimally Invasive Spine Surgery (MISS): Advanced Spine Surgery Through Smaller Incisions

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