First-Ever Total Femur Replacement in Mysore Region by Narayana Hospital saves 65-year-old from Bone Cancer
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Mysuru: The challenges faced by a bedridden 65-year-old woman, diagnosed with high-grade chondrosarcoma, were overcome as she regained her mobility through the successful Total Femur Replacement surgery performed by the medical team at Narayana Multispeciality Hospital Mysuru.
The successful completion of a path breaking Total Femur Replacement surgery, a complex procedure where the entire length of the thigh bone, including the hip and knee joints, is replaced with metallic bone not only restored her ability to walk but also returned her to a state of normalcy, marking a significant turning point in her journey.
The lady who arrived with severe thigh bone pain, after a comprehensive workup, was diagnosed with high-grade chondrosarcoma, which had severely damaged her thigh bone and hindered her ability to walk comfortably.
Under the skilled hands of Dr. Suhas KR, a specialist in Robotic and HIPEC Surgery, and Dr. Suman M B, an expert in Ortho-Oncology, the patient underwent an extensive 7-8 hour surgery. The team successfully removed the cancer-affected thigh bone and expertly replaced it with metallic joints and bone, accomplishing a Total Femur Replacement.
Speaking on the occasion the Clinical Director of the hospital, Dr MN RAVI said “ NH strives to support patients with the latest advances in treatment. In this particular elderly lady with advanced bone malignancy the team responded to the challenge. The tumour had longitudinal extension in the long bone of the thigh and limb salvage was difficult. Total femur replacement was done after total resection of the bone. The complex procedure done by the departments of oncology and orthopaedics at NH provided the lady pain relief and better quality of life with preservation of limb function and mobility “ .
Dr.Suhas.K.R while addressing the media said that Chondrosarcoma is a rare type of cancer which begins in bone, most commonly affecting pelvis, hip and medshoulder. Usually its to show growing tumor but very rarely affects the whole bone as in this case. Elaborating the procedure and the efforts.
Dr. Suman said, “Total Femur Replacement is a complex surgical procedure that requires a high level of expertise and state-of-the-art facilities. This is a first-of-its-kind surgery conducted in Mysore and surrounding areas, bringing advanced treatments closer to patients.”
This revolutionary surgery signifies a significant leap in the medical landscape of Mysore, as Narayana Multi-speciality Hospital Mysore continues to prioritize exceptional patient care and advanced treatment options. The successful Total Femur Replacement offers renewed hope to patients grappling with bone cancer, enabling them to regain their mobility and resume a normal life.
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