In an extraordinary testament to both human resilience and medical innovation, a 27-year-old man has defied all odds following a harrowing accident near Arpora on November 30th, 2023, at 11:30 pm. The collision inflicted severe injuries, including a shattered right leg, propelling the young man into a daunting battle for survival, ultimately relying on the skill and ingenuity of his medical team.
After receiving initial emergency care at Azilo District Hospital, the patient’s family refused to accept the grim prognosis of limb amputation presented at the Goa Medical College Hospital. Turning to Manipal Hospital in Goa around 2:00 am on December 1st, 2023, they found a glimmer of hope in the form of a team of experts led by senior Orthopaedic surgeon Dr. Dipchand Bhandare, who embarked on a daring surgical journey to salvage the damaged limb.
The surgery, which commenced at 8:00 am and lasted an arduous six hours, showcased the pinnacle of surgical excellence and precision. Dr. Deep Bhandare, alongside his proficient team comprising Dr. Vikranth Kancharla and senior anaesthetist Dr. Dalia Bhandari, employed a multifaceted approach to address the extensive trauma suffered by the patient.
At the core of this surgical triumph were innovative techniques meticulously tailored to the patient’s specific needs. The fractured right femur and shattered tibia were painstakingly reconstructed utilizing state-of-the-art methodologies. Dr. Deep Bhandare opted for an interlocking nail to stabilize the fractured femur while employing an external fixation technique to address the complexities of the shattered tibia.
Furthermore, the surgical team navigated the intricate terrain of soft tissue and muscle reconstruction, sculpting a semblance of normalcy from the chaos wrought by the accident. With unwavering precision and determination, they meticulously cleansed the wounds of debris and contamination, laying the groundwork for the patient’s remarkable recovery.
The success of the surgery not only averted the looming specter of amputation but also heralded a new dawn of hope and resilience for the young man and his family. Through their collective expertise and unwavering dedication, Dr. Deep Bhandare and his team at Manipal Hospital Goa have reaffirmed their commitment to the pursuit of excellence in patient care, leaving an indelible mark on the annals of medical history.
