Fortis Bannerghatta Road averts paralysis for 15-year-old boy weighing 111 kgs with dislocated spinal disc

– The teenager could walk with ease within a day following a Micro-Lumbar Discectomy, a minimally invasive surgical procedure –

Bangalore, 16th July 2024: Fortis Hospital Bannerghatta Road successfully treated a 15-year-old boy weighing 111 kgs, suffering from a severely dislocated spinal disc, by performing a life-saving spine surgery procedure known as ‘Micro-Lumbar Discectomy’. The team of doctors led by Dr. Ganesh V, Senior Consultant – Neurosurgeon, Fortis Hospital Cunningham Road, performed an hour-long surgery which ended the young boy’s four-month struggle with severe pain and immobility, eventually allowing him to walk with ease shortly after the procedure.

Patient Syed Salahudin Quadri’s journey with an extruded disc was a struggle that significantly impacted his daily life. The intense pain radiating from his lower back to his ankles hindered his ability to walk, stand, sit and perform routine activities. He struggled to concentrate on his studies, often missing classes due to the debilitating pain. Initially, he sought medical assistance at local hospitals near his hometown in Bellary. However, inspite of various treatments and therapies, his condition showed no signs of improvement. Desperate for relief, he travelled to Bangalore was admitted to Fortis Hospital Bannerghatta, where thorough evaluations, including advanced MRI scans, revealed a severe Posterocentral Disc Extrusion at the L3-L4 level of his spine.

Posterocentral Disc Extrusion is a condition where the inner core of the spinal disc ruptures through its outer layer, pressing against the spinal cord and nerve roots – causing excruciating pain and compromising mobility.

Recognizing the severity of his condition, Dr. Ganesh V recommended a Micro-Lumbar Discectomy, a minimally invasive surgical procedure aimed at removing the extruded disc to relieve pressure on the nerves. Following the successful surgery, Syed experienced immediate relief from pain. His recovery not only restored his physical mobility but also revitalized his spirit, enabling him to return to his studies and daily activities.

Dr. Ganesh V, Senior Consultant-Neurosurgeon, at Fortis Cunningham Road, said “Treating this case presented significant challenges due to the severe compression of nerve roots in the spine, particularly notable because the patient was young and obese. The disc was pressing on the nerves, causing intense pain and discomfort to the patient. During the surgery, our approach focused on delicate and precise movements to ensure the safety of the surrounding nerves and tissues. The primary goal was to relieve the pressure on the compressed nerves by carefully removing the problematic disc material. This required attention to detail to avoid any damage to the adjacent structures. By successfully performing the micro-lumbar discectomy, we were able to alleviate the acute pain and restore normal nerve function for the patient. This procedure not only addressed the immediate issue of nerve compression but also aimed to provide long-term relief and improved mobility.”

Mr. Akshay Oleti, Business Head, Fortis Hospitals, Bangalore said, “I am immensely proud of our recent success in treating a young boy with spinal issues. This complex case had a positive outcome because of our hospital’s expert medical team. This achievement underscores Fortis Healthcare’s dedication to clinical excellence as well as its commitment to be at the forefront of technological advancement for the best possible patient outcome.”

About Fortis Healthcare Limited

Fortis Healthcare Limited – an IHH Healthcare Berhad Company – is a leading integrated healthcare services provider in India. It is one of the largest healthcare organizations in the country with 27 healthcare facilities, 4,300 operational beds and 400 diagnostics centers (including JVs). Fortis is present in India, United Arab Emirates (UAE), Nepal & Sri Lanka. The Company is listed on the BSE Ltd and National Stock Exchange (NSE) of India. It draws strength from its partnership with global major and parent company – IHH, to build upon its culture of world-class patient care and superlative clinical excellence. Fortis employs ~23,000 people (including SRL) who share its vision of becoming the world’s most trusted healthcare network. Fortis offers a full spectrum of integrated healthcare services ranging from clinics to quaternary care facilities and a wide range of ancillary services.