Transverse Myelitis
Transverse myelitis refers to an inflammation of a segment of the spinal cord. Description Transverse myelitis refers to an inflammation of a segment of the spinal cord. It may occur
Transient Ischaemic Attack
A transient ischaemic attack (TIA) is just like a stroke, except that it lasts only a few minutes. It occurs when the blood supply to part of the brain is
Tourette’s disorder
Tourette’s disorder is a condition involving tics of movement and speech. Definition Tourette’s disorder is named after the doctor who first described it. It is a chronic neurological disorder which
Tinea versicolor
Tinea versicolor is a fungal infection of the skin. Definition Tinea versicolor is a fungal infection of the skin caused by the fungus Pitysporum orbiculare. It results in patches of
Molluscum contagiosum
Molluscum contagiosum is a viral skin infection. Summary Molluscum contagiosum is a viral skin infection. It appears as small raised nodules on the skin. Infection can be spread by skin
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A baby has a 70% better chance of surviving a motor vehicle accident if in a secure car seat and properly restrained.
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We use the internationally recognised Oxford Vermont Network to keep our neonatal critical care units at the forefront of paediatric medicine.
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Our hospitals have been awarded international accreditation for best practice in the management of environmental systems and practices.
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Our hospitals did the first minimally invasive transcatheter aortic valve implant procedure in Africa.
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To ensure sterility, our surgical instruments are twice wrapped in sterile fabric.
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Scrub areas in theatre are a minimum of 2.1m wide to accommodate at least two people at a time.
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Some of our hospitals have operating tables that can support patients of up to 370kg in weight and 2.2m in height.
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Immunisations save lives and help stop diseases from spreading.
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An orange has over 170 different phytonutrients and more than 60 flavonoids, providing anti-inflammatory, anti-tumour and blood clot-inhibiting effects.
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To make the most of every second, we strive to synchronise all our clocks in the hospital.
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Tic Douloureux
Tic Douloureux is also called Trigeminal Neuralgia. It is a condition that affects the trigeminal nerve (the 5th cranial nerve), one of the largest nerves in the head. Description Tic
Tick bite fever
Tick bite fever (rickettsia) is caused by a bacterial infection transmitted by ticks. This condition occurs in many areas of the world and is known by a variety of names
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Trauma patients with a critically low temperature will often be wrapped in a space blanket to reduce heat loss.
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An orange has over 170 different phytonutrients and more than 60 flavonoids, providing anti-inflammatory, anti-tumour and blood clot-inhibiting effects.
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A baby has a 70% better chance of surviving a motor vehicle accident if in a secure car seat and properly restrained.
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To prevent harmful bacteria being absorbed by mattresses we use protective under sheets made from polypropylene.
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Our world-class neonatal units feature high frequency oscillatory ventilators to minimise lung trauma in premature babies.
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A jumping rope uses almost every muscle in the entire body during exercise.
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Our corridors are 2.3m wide allowing two beds to pass one another without any interference.
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Mediclinic is one of the three leading private hospital groups in Southern Africa and the sixth largest private healthcare group in the world.
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We place oxygen-releasing, toxin-absorbing plants, like Sanseviera Trifasciata, around our hospitals.
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We use a yacht-mast design for our cabling and keep it safely wound up in our trauma pedestals to avoid any accidents.
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Thrombus
Blood clotting is a natural process that allows the blood to thicken and form a clot of blood cells and fibrin to stop the bleeding when a blood vessel is
Testes – undescended
Undescended testes is a congenital (present at birth) condition. Undescended testes do not extend to the scrotum. Alternative name Cryptorchidism What are undescended testes? In the foetus, the testes are
Thoracic Outlet Syndrome
Thoracic outlet syndrome consists of symptoms caused by compression of the nerves in the brachial plexus or blood vessels. Description Thoracic outlet syndrome consists of symptoms caused by compression of
Temporal Arteritis
Temporal arteritis (also called cranial or giant cell arteritis) is an inflammation of the temporal artery. Description Temporal arteritis (also called cranial or giant cell arteritis) is an inflammation of
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