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Beijing GoBroad Boren Hospital|Director Li Zhihui: Is Transplant Needed After CAR‑T Remission? Does TP53 Mutation Definitely Lead to Relapse?
Should patients receive a transplant after CAR‑T‑induced remission? When is the optimal timing? Is there hope for a second transplant? Will TP53 gene mutation inevitably result in relapse? These are frequent questions raised by parents of children with hematologic malignancies. In this session, Director Li Zhihui from Beijing Boren Hospital answers these key concerns one by one.
Elva Chen
2 hours ago5 min read


International Patient with Colorectal Cancer and Liver Metastasis Discharged in Good Condition at Foshan Chancheng Hospital
A Bangladeshi patient with obstructive colon cancer and liver metastasis traveled far to Foshan Fosun Chancheng Hospital for treatment. The hospital’s MDT team completed three complex procedures in an 8‑hour one‑stage surgery: stoma closure, laparoscopic left hemicolectomy and anatomical segment 4 hepatectomy. Thanks to bilingual nursing and full coordination by the International Medical Center, the patient recovered well and was discharged safely.
Elva Chen
1 day ago3 min read


Chinese American Travels Across Oceans for Treatment: Groundbreaking CAR-T Therapy Saves His Life
A Chinese American crossed oceans to receive life-saving treatment for gastric cancer at Sir Run Run Shaw Hospital. Having failed multiple therapies in the US, he was treated with CT041, the world’s first approved CAR-T therapy for solid tumors. Led by Dr. Zheng Yu’s team. The patient tolerated treatment well; his wound healed and condition improved. Targeting CLDN18.2, CT041 cuts progression or death risk by 63% for heavily pre-treated gastric cancer patients.
Elva Chen
3 days ago3 min read


"Be Kind to Yourself": An Octogenarian's Hip Revision Journey at Jiahui
When an 80-year-old Shanghai woman's 18-year-old hip prosthesis began to fail — and a Tokyo specialist said surgery could not help — Jiahui orthopedic expert…
Troy Chen
6 days ago6 min read


The Explorer: Inside the Tiny Universe of the Cochlea, She Brings Sound Back to Life.
Congenital deafness occurs at an incidence of roughly 2 per 1,000 births, among which 50% to 60% stem from genetic factors. Over 140 pathogenic genes for hereditary deafness have been identified to date. Chen Ying and her supervisor Professor Wu Hao’s team focus on mutations in the OTOF gene, a leading cause of auditory neuropathy in children. Affected children are not completely deafThey can detect sound,yet perceive it as if through frosted glass.
Elva Chen
6 days ago7 min read


China’s Voice at WTO: Dr. John K. Hsiang of Jiahui Health — China’s Inbound Medical Tourism Enters Rapid‑Growth Era, Shanghai Building an International Hub for Open Medical Services
“Medical tourism sits at the intersection of healthcare, trade and economic development. Over the next three to five years, China’s inbound medical tourism will experience rapid expansion. China is confident and capable of becoming a leading global medical‑tourism destination,” Dr. Hsiang concluded.
Elva Chen
Oct 154 min read


92-Year-Old Grandma’s Liver “Bomb Disposal” Surgery: Discharged Successfully3 Robotic Liver Resections for Elderly Patients in One Week
What Are the Advantages of da Vinci Robotic Liver Surgery?
✅ High-definition 3D vision: 10–15× optical magnification to clearly visualize blood vessels and bile ducts for more precise anatomical work.
✅ Wristed flexible instruments: Multi-angle rotation, greater dexterity than human hands for fine suturing in complex sites.
✅ Fluorescence-guided liver resection: Positive/counter staining technology defines liver segment borders, removing lesions while preserving healthy liver
Elva Chen
Oct 134 min read


Scar-Free Breakthrough | Foshan Fosun Chancheng Hospital Enters the Robotic “Scarless Era” of Thyroid Cancer Treatment
A 30-year-old woman diagnosed with papillary thyroid carcinoma worried about neck scars due to her keloid-prone skin.
At Foshan Fosun Chancheng Hospital, Director Du Guoneng performed Da Vinci robotic-assisted thyroid surgery via a hidden axillary access.
No neck incision, minimal bleeding, complete lesion removal & lymph node dissection while protecting nerves and parathyroid glands.
Robotic thyroid surgery helps patients win both cancer treatment and cosmetic results.
Elva Chen
Oct 123 min read


1st International Oncology Treatment Forum Held in Foshan: Fosun Health Builds an International Academic Exchange Platform for Oncology
The 1st International Oncology Treatment Forum was held in Foshan by Fosun Health, gathering 200+ oncology experts from 15 nations. The Global Oncology Collaboration Alliance was launched to build cross‑border tele‑consultation and second‑opinion networks. Sessions covered precision radiotherapy, CyberKnife, BNCT, CAR‑T and TCM‑integrated oncology. Fosun Health also unveiled its end‑to‑end navigation model for overseas cancer patients, advancing patient‑centred global medical
Elva Chen
Sep 215 min read


Can “Playing Games” Support Rehabilitation? Uncovering the Science Behind the Upper‑Limb Scenario‑Based Training System
Can gaming‑style workouts support upper‑limb rehabilitation? The upper‑limb scenario‑based training system combines virtual gamified tasks with clinical rehabilitation targets. Leveraging task‑oriented training, neuroplastic activation and real‑time biofeedback, it greatly improves patient adherence for stroke, brain‑injury and post‑surgery upper‑limb recovery. Technology makes repetitive rehab less tedious and more motivating for patients at Jianjia Rehabilitation Hospital.
Elva Chen
Sep 203 min read


Foshan Fosun Chancheng Hospital|“Do You Need Lifelong Medication for Diabetes?” Biomarker Changes in One Patient after 3‑Month Metabolic Intervention
Must Type 2 diabetes mean lifelong pills? A 45‑year‑old man with poorly‑controlled diabetes, fatty liver and abdominal obesity achieved remarkable improvements after 3‑month personalized metabolic intervention at Foshan Fosun Chancheng Hospital’s Diabetes‑Obesity Remission Center. Multidisciplinary teams delivered nutritional guidance, tailored exercise and whole‑process follow‑up. Note: diabetes remission is not cure; professional medical assessment is essential before inter
Elva Chen
Sep 163 min read


Interview | Professor Bi Sheng of Jianjia Healthcare: Can Regenerative Rehabilitation Become the “Golden Key” to Alter Amputation Outcomes for Diabetic Foot Patients
Can regenerative rehabilitation change diabetic‑foot amputation outcomes? Professor Bi Sheng, chief expert at Jianjia Healthcare, developed an autologous blood‑cell combined PRP implantation technique for in‑situ microvascular regeneration. Instead of only recanalizing large arteries, this therapy builds new perfusion networks in ischemic tissue. Clinical cases show improved wound healing, restored walking capacity and higher limb‑salvage rates for patients.
Elva Chen
Sep 146 min read


Black Stool Should Never Be Ignored: Severe Gastrointestinal Bleeding Can Be Life-Threatening
Gastrointestinal bleeding may also be accompanied by: palpitations, dizziness, darkening of vision, cold sweats, fatigue, shortness of breath, and even syncope. These often indicate that the bleeding volume is already large and the body can no longer compensate.
However, sometimes eating too much duck blood, pork liver, or certain iron supplements can also turn stool black, but it is usually not shiny or sticky and disappears after stopping the medication or food.
Elva Chen
Sep 135 min read


Foreign‑country Influencers from 11 Nations Visit HYGEIA Chang An Hospital: Immersive Experience of International‑Standard Medical Services
Influencers from 11 countries visited HYGEIA Chang An Hospital in Xi’an for immersive cross‑border medical experience. They explored cutting‑edge radiotherapy equipment, smart health‑check workflows and traditional Chinese medicine therapies. As a Grade‑A Tertiary general hospital, Chang An Hospital delivers full‑cycle cancer care and barrier‑free international patient services, showcasing Xi’an’s open‑minded, high‑quality global‑standard healthcare.
Elva Chen
Sep 82 min read


Delegation from Sir Run Run Shaw Hospital Visits Kazakhstan and Kyrgyzstan
A delegation from Sir Run Run Shaw Hospital travelled to Kazakhstan and Kyrgyzstan under the Belt and Road framework. Experts delivered live minimally‑in‑surgery demonstrations, keynote lectures and signed MOU for long‑term medical‑education & clinical collaboration. From complex renal‑tumour resection to high‑risk coronary‑intervention, Chinese‑medical expertise benefits Central‑Asian patients, advancing the “Health Silk Road” and building a Global Community of Health for Al
Elva Chen
Sep 56 min read


Taikang Xianlin Drum Tower Hospital|Uremia after Rectal Cancer Surgery: MDT Saves a 60‑Year‑Old‑Plus Patient
Recently, Taikang Xianlin Drum Tower Hospital Affiliated to Nanjing University Medical School successfully treated a patient suffering from uremia after rectal cancer surgery. With full collaboration led by Director Zhou Hetong from the Department of Urology, together with the Intensive Care Unit, Nephrology Department, Oncology Department and Anesthesia & Operation Center, the patient’s condition turned for the better and he was discharged smoothly.
Elva Chen
Sep 22 min read


1.5-Hour Rapid Heart Transplant! Dr. Zhao Haige's Team at Zhejiang University Sir Run Run Shaw Hospital Restarts Life for a 60-Year-Old Grandmother
When doctors first mentioned a "heart transplant," Grandmother Li instinctively recoiled: "A heart can be transplanted? Can I withstand such a risk?" It was the medical team, who repeatedly visited her bedside, explaining the surgical procedure in simple terms and dispelling fears with past successful cases. It was also the constant companionship and gentle encouragement from her family that finally gave her the courage to sign the transplant registration form solemnly.
Elva Chen
Aug 315 min read


Appendicitis Can Be Treated Without Open Surgery: Endoscopic Direct‑Vision Appendicitis Therapy (EDAT) Offers a Solution
Appendicitis does not always require surgical removal. For some patients, recovery can be achieved merely by relieving obstruction and controlling inflammation. The Department of Gastroenterology at Taikang Xianlin Drum Tower Hospital, Affiliated to Nanjing University Medical School, has recently adopted a new technique — Endoscopic Direct‑Vision Appendicitis Therapy (EDAT) — making appendix‑preserving and precise treatment achievable.
Elva Chen
Aug 293 min read


Taikang Xianlin Drum Tower Hospital|Urology Department Performs Prostatic Water Balloon Dilation for Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia
Struggling with benign prostatic hyperplasia? Elderly patients with multiple underlying conditions may not qualify for traditional prostate surgery. Transurethral prostatic water balloon dilation, a quick minimally invasive procedure, can relieve bladder outlet obstruction safely. An 89-year-old patient with heart and lung issues regained normal urination after a 20-minute operation. Early screening is vital for urinary health in seniors.
Elva Chen
Aug 282 min read


Troubled by Ureteral Stricture? Try This New Approach
Suffering from ureteral stricture that causes hydronephrosis, repeated infections and kidney damage? A new minimally invasive option — ureteral balloon dilatation with metallic covered stent implantation — has helped one patient at Taikang Xianlin Drum Tower Hospital achieve relief. Boasting stronger support and better biocompatibility, this technique avoids repeated stent replacements and eases urinary discomfort for those with complex strictures.
Elva Chen
Aug 262 min read
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