Articles by PHAYATHAI 2 Hospital

Intestinal surgery using Minimal Invasive Surgery (MIS) technique

“Rear Admiral Dr. Ton Kongbunsuk, Specialist in General Surgery and Colorectal Surgery, Phyathai 2 Hospital” spoke about intestinal surgery. Originally, surgical wounds were usually large and long, causing pain and prolonged wound soreness. The hospital stay was several days. The most concerning complication was leakage at the intestinal anastomosis inside the abdominal cavity, which could lead to severe abdominal infection. However, nowadays, surgery is not as frightening as it used to be. It can be done with minimally invasive surgery using safe and precise technology, resulting in less trauma and timely treatment of the disease.

E-cigarettes A tool to quit smoking?

There are many studies indicating that vaping is a method to help cigarette smokers quit. Is it really harmless to health? Information from NASEM (National Academies of Science, Engineering and Medicine, USA) reported that 80% of e-cigarette users who try to quit smoking switch to becoming addicted to e-cigarettes instead. E-cigarettes cannot help stop nicotine addiction but only replace nicotine intake through e-cigarettes.

Genetic Testing for Cancer Risk

“Cancer” is a disease caused by abnormalities in genes, particularly mutations in genes that regulate cell division and growth. When these genes mutate, cells may grow uncontrollably, leading to cancer.

Wound care and proper wound cleaning reduce infection and help the wound heal quickly

SFTS virus, a tick-borne disease to be wary of

SFTS viral infection (Severe Fever with Thrombocytopenia Syndrome) is an emerging disease caused by viruses in the Phlebovirus group. It was first reported in China, then found in Japan, South Korea, and some Asian countries. Currently, the number of infected

"Children's Meningitis" is a serious disease that parents should not ignore

Meningitis in Children (Meningitis) is a severe and potentially life-threatening infectious disease commonly found in young children, especially infants and children under 5 years old. If not treated promptly, it can lead to serious complications such as brain damage or death. Therefore, parents and caregivers should have knowledge and understanding of this disease for prevention and timely treatment.