Unity Hospital introduces advanced Philips Azurion Cathlab in Mangaluru
Mangaluru: Unity Hospital, has launched the Philips Azurion Cathlab – Version 3.0, a state-of-the-art interventional suite for cardiac, neurovascular, and radiology procedures.
This is the first time such a system has been installed in coastal Karnataka. The ceiling-mounted Cathlab is equipped with the latest technology to provide world-class precision and safety in minimally invasive treatments.
Hospital officials said the Philips Azurion 3.0 has been designed to reduce procedure time, enhance accuracy, and ensure better outcomes for patients. The system offers exceptional image quality, giving doctors greater clarity during complex cardiac and neurovascular procedures. It also ensures higher safety standards by cutting radiation exposure and reducing the use of contrast medium by up to 30 percent, benefitting both patients and clinicians.
Another key feature is the Dynamic Coronary Roadmap (DCR), which provides real-time visual guidance for quicker and more accurate stent placement. The system also comes with global coronary tools such as Stent Boost Live and DCR Live Guidance, making interventions safer and more predictable. Its ceiling-mounted design creates a flexible and streamlined workspace, making it suitable for advanced procedures in cardiology, neurology, and radiology.
With the introduction of the Philips Azurion 3.0, Unity Hospital has strengthened its facilities for cardiac and neurovascular care, aiming to provide advanced healthcare not only to Mangaluru but also to the wider region.
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Minor girl kidnapped and raped; main accused and two cafe owners held
Latur (PTI): A minor girl was allegedly kidnapped and raped by an 18-year-old man in Latur, leading to the arrest of the main accused and owners of two cafes where the crime occurred on December 4, police said on Saturday.
Police traced the girl within hours of registering the complaint. The accused, identified as Rihan Gulab Shaikh, was arrested based on the girl's complaint. Two others are owners of two cafes where the crime occurred, police said.
Police registered a case under various sections of the Bharatiya Nyay Sanhita (BNS), POCSO Act, and the Prevention of Atrocities Act, an official said.
