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Boy's Food Pipe Rebuilt After Chemical Accident
9 May
Summary
- A 13-year-old boy's esophagus was reconstructed after chemical ingestion.
- Doctors successfully restored his ability to swallow and eat.
- The complex surgery cost ₹5 lakh, covered by state health schemes.
A 13-year-old boy has regained his ability to eat normally following a successful esophageal reconstruction surgery at the Nizam's Institute of Medical Sciences (NIMS). The reconstructive procedure was necessitated by severe damage to his food pipe incurred from accidentally consuming a cleaning chemical in December 2024.
Initially, the corrosive injury led to significant difficulty in swallowing and a blockage of the esophagus. A feeding tube was placed into his stomach to ensure adequate nutrition. The child was referred to NIMS in July 2025, and after a mandatory year-long follow-up period, surgeons performed the definitive reconstructive surgery.
The procedure, led by NIMS Director Dr. N. Bheerappa, was particularly challenging due to the extreme narrowing of the esophagus and the child's mental state requiring complex post-operative care. Doctors reported a successful recovery, with the patient now comfortably eating a soft diet.
The treatment incurred a cost of ₹5 lakh and was facilitated through the Aarogyasri Scheme, supplemented by financial aid from the Chief Minister's Relief Fund (CMRF).
