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Dr. Kaurabhi Zade, an interventional radiologist at Sahyadri Hospitals in Pune, achieved success with a contrast-free angioplasty, a pioneering method aimed at reducing risks linked with contrast agents and preserving kidney function. Sambhaji Gadhave, a 62-year-old retired resident from Aklunj, Solapur, underwent this innovative procedure at Sahyadri Hospitals to alleviate severe leg pain stemming from critical stenosis of the popliteal artery. Facing the added complication of a renal transplant surgery in 2017, Gadhave encountered a unique medical hurdle due to potential adverse effects associated with contrast agents, particularly on kidney health. Gadhave was diagnosed with a significant blockage in the popliteal artery, leading to reduced blood flow and intense leg pain, often referred to as a "leg attack." He promptly received care at Sahyadri Hospitals, where he underwent a minimally invasive angioplasty. What set this surgery apart was the decision to forgo the use of contrast agents, typically standard in angioplasty procedures, to avoid risking Gadhave's transplanted kidney. Instead, carbon dioxide was utilized to visualize the blood vessels, ensuring the entire procedure was contrast-agent-free. Dr. Zade emphasized the importance of this approach, noting, "Given the patient's history of renal transplant, it was imperative to steer clear of contrast agents to safeguard the kidney from potential harm. The successful utilization of carbon dioxide in angioplasty underscores our commitment to personalized and safe medical care at Sahyadri Hospitals." The successful angioplasty not only alleviated Gadhave's excruciating leg pain, typical of a "leg attack," but also reduced the risk of kidney injury, a significant concern for renal transplant patients. Additionally, as a minimally invasive procedure, Gadhave was discharged within 24 hours, leaving the hospital without requiring sutures. Sambhaji Gadhave's case serves as a paradigm for implementing innovative techniques in medical interventions, heralding a new era of patient-centric, risk-mitigating care. This groundbreaking instance underscores the importance of tailored patient care, particularly for those with a history of renal transplant, and establishes a precedent for the safe and effective treatment of critical arterial conditions while safeguarding kidney health. Moreover, it's crucial to acknowledge that the drawbacks of employing contrast agents in angiography for patients with kidney issues encompass the potential for contrast-induced nephropathy, a complication that can exacerbate kidney function decline.
ഛത്രപതി സാംഭാജിനഗർ (മഹാരാഷ്ട്ര): മഹാരാഷ്ട്രയിലെ ഛത്രപതി സംഭാജിനഗറിലുള്ള ഘാട്ടി ഹോസ്പിറ്റലിലെ ഒരു വനിതാ ഡോക്ടർക്ക് നേരെ ഇരുമ്പ് വടി ഉപയോഗിച്ച് ആക്രമണം. റസിഡന്റ് ഡോക്ടറായ പ്രീതി ഭോഗിയാണ് ആക്രമണത്തിന് ഇരയായത്.
In a landmark achievement, doctors at the Jaslok Hospital and Research Centre in Mumbai announced the successful Total Knee Replacement (TKR) procedure on a 72-year-old American man, weighing a remarkable 193 kg. This groundbreaking surgery marks a significant milestone as the heaviest patient ever to undergo such a procedure globally. TKR stands as a transformative intervention for individuals grappling with excruciating knee pain, offering them renewed mobility and an improved quality of life. However, for overweight individuals, accessing this treatment presents formidable challenges due to heightened surgical risks and technical intricacies.
According to the surgical team, led by Dr. Rajesh Nawalkar, Senior Consultant in Orthopaedics, every patient's unique circumstances demand a tailored approach to surgery. By meticulously customizing their techniques and collaborating closely with fellow medical professionals, they successfully navigated the complexities posed by the patient's weight, culminating in a triumphant outcome. Among the foremost hurdles encountered in TKR for overweight patients are the elevated risks associated with anesthesia and the heightened potential for embolism. This underscores the importance of precision and vigilance in addressing the specific needs of each patient to ensure optimal results and minimize complications.
Furthermore, the conventional use of a tourniquet, a standard protocol in TKR surgeries, presents technical challenges due to the patient's larger thigh circumference, heightening the risk of tissue damage and post-operative complications. In response to these challenges, Dr. Nawalkar collaborated closely with instrument manufacturers to devise specialized instruments tailored to accommodate the patient's unique anatomy, thereby ensuring optimal surgical outcomes. Additionally, meticulous preoperative assessments and consultations were conducted to ascertain the patient's readiness and obtain informed consent.
Richard Koszarek, the patient, underwent the surgery on January 7, 2024, with no reported complications during the procedure. However, the path to recovery was equally crucial, with rehabilitation playing a pivotal role in achieving successful outcomes. Despite facing reluctance from numerous doctors in India and abroad due to his weight, Richard expressed gratitude to the surgical team for their unwavering commitment and skillful intervention, which enabled him to regain mobility and resume an active lifestyle.
ചെന്നൈ: പാപ്പുവ ന്യൂ ഗിനിയയിൽ നിന്നുള്ള 58 വയസ്സുള്ള ഒരു വ്യക്തിയിൽ ലേസർ ആൻജിയോപ്ലാസ്റ്റി വിജയകരമായി ചെയ്ത് കൗവേരി ഹോസ്പിറ്റലിലെ ഡോക്ടർമാർ.
The Department of Surgical Disciplines and Department of Nephrology at AIIMS-Delhi, in collaboration with the Organ Retrieval Banking Organisation (ORBO), successfully performed a dual kidney transplant on a 51-year-old woman patient who had been undergoing dialysis.
ന്യൂ ഡൽഹി: റിപ്പബ്ലിക്ക് ദിനത്തിൽ രാജ്യത്തെ ഏറ്റവും മൂല്യമുള്ള അവാർഡുകളിൽ ഒന്നായ പത്മ അവാർഡ് ജേതാക്കളെ പ്രഖ്യാപിച്ച് സർക്കാർ. മെഡിക്കൽ മേഖലയിൽ നിന്നും 13 ഡോക്ടർമാരാണ് അവാർഡിന് അർഹരായത്.
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