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National 6 years ago

Parents grateful for successful separation of conjoined twins

The team, which comprised 50 specialists, would continue monitoring and evaluating the babies to prevent post-surgery infections, said team chairman Guslihan Dasa Tjipta.

Lifestyle 6 years ago

A guide to cosmetic surgery, according to Tompi

Singer and plastic surgeon Tompi shares his insights about cosmetic surgery, including the trends, philosophy and what he usually does before treatments.

National 6 years ago

50 doctors to separate conjoined twins in Medan

The surgery of the North Tapanuli regency's twins will be aided by both the hospital and Health Care and Social Security Agency (BPJS).

Health 6 years ago

Surgery restores arm function in some paralyzed patients: Study

Surgeons in Australia have managed to restore arm function in paralyzed patients, allowing them to feed themselves, use tools and handle electronic devices, according to the results of a groundbreaking study released Friday.

Health 6 years ago

Penis enlargement comes at price: Study

A study said penis enlargement surgery should only be considered a last choice for men who question their size.

Entertainment 6 years ago

Moves like Jagger: Stones' frontman posts dance video after health scare

Rolling Stones singer Mick Jagger posted a video of his trademark dance moves on Twitter on Wednesday to show the world he is back in shape following heart valve surgery.

Health 6 years ago

Chinese hospital uses VR in heart surgery training

A hospital in Beijing is pioneering the use of virtual reality (VR) technology to help train doctors to perform heart surgeries.

World 6 years ago

Eye'll bee damned: woman finds insects in eye

The tiny insects, which are just three milimetres (one-tenth of an inch) long, were discovered after the woman -- known only as Ms Ho -- sought treatment for an itchy and swollen left eye, Dr Horng Chi-ting said.

Entertainment 6 years ago

Mick Jagger says 'on the mend' after medical procedure

Legendary Rolling Stones frontman Mick Jagger said Friday he is "on the mend" after reportedly undergoing heart valve replacement surgery in New York.