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Rare and Complex Pediatric Surgery Saves Infant's Life at Kauvery Hospital, Salem

By ANI | Updated: December 31, 2024 16:40 IST

VMPLSalem (Tamil Nadu) [India], December 31: A three-month-old baby was brought to Kauvery Hospital, Salem, with severe breathing ...

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Salem (Tamil Nadu) [India], December 31: A three-month-old baby was brought to Kauvery Hospital, Salem, with severe breathing difficulties, prompting immediate medical attention. Initially suspected to be pneumonia, the child was treated with antibiotics and monitored for two days. However, the breathing issue persisted, raising concerns among the hospital's pediatric team. Led by Dr. Mohammed Fazil, a series of advanced diagnostic procedures was carried out. The results revealed a rare and life-threatening condition: the child's stomach had migrated abnormally into the chest cavity, compressing the lungs.

This rare congenital condition, known as a diaphragmatic hernia, is seldom seen and presents significant surgical challenges, especially in infants. Understanding the gravity of the situation, the hospital's experienced medical team, comprising Dr. Saravanan, Dr. Mohammed Fazil, and Dr. Vijayabhaskar, decided to proceed with immediate corrective surgery.

The surgery lasted 4.5 hours and required meticulous precision. The medical team successfully repositioned the child's stomach back into the abdominal cavity and repaired the diaphragmatic defect. Additionally, they addressed inflammation in the intestines, ensuring the infant's complete recovery.

Following the surgery, the baby was placed in the Intensive Care Unit (ICU) for continuous monitoring. Over the next 10 days, the medical team carefully evaluated the child's digestive and respiratory functions. Gradual feeding was introduced to test and restore the baby's normal digestive capabilities. Once the team confirmed stable recovery, the baby was discharged in good health, much to the relief and happiness of the parents.

The infant's parents expressed their heartfelt gratitude to the doctors and the entire hospital staff for their extraordinary efforts in saving their child's life. They described the hospital's care and expertise as "nothing short of a miracle."

Kauvery Hospital, Salem's Facility Director, Mr. Selvam, said, "Performing such a rare and challenging surgery on a three-month-old baby is an incredible accomplishment. It demonstrates not only the surgical excellence of our team but also the dedication of ICU, nursing team and other support staff. This achievement reinforces our commitment to offering advanced medical solutions for even the most complex cases."

This case highlights Kauvery Hospital's capability to handle critical and rare pediatric emergencies with advanced infrastructure and a highly skilled medical team. It stands as a testament to the hospital's unwavering commitment to providing exceptional healthcare, ensuring that every patient receives the best chance at life.

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