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Nepal Official First DBS Patient at RML Hospital
18 Oct
Summary
- A 55-year-old Nepali official received advanced DBS surgery.
- The procedure was the first of its kind at RML Hospital.
- DBS offers an affordable alternative to private treatment costs.
A 55-year-old under secretary from Nepal, afflicted with advanced Parkinson's disease, recently underwent deep brain stimulation (DBS) surgery at Dr. Ram Manohar Lohia (RML) Hospital. This marks a significant milestone as the first DBS procedure performed at the institution. The patient had been on extended leave due to severe tremors and mobility issues that medication could no longer adequately control.
The complex eight-to-nine-hour surgery was conducted by the hospital's neurosurgery department, with crucial support from radiology and anesthesia specialists. DBS involves implanting electrodes in specific brain areas to deliver electrical impulses, regulated by an external device, to manage Parkinson's symptoms. This treatment offers a life-changing option for those whose conditions are not managed by medication alone.
Doctors anticipate initial improvements within a month, with more substantial benefits developing over the subsequent three to six months. This advanced treatment at RML Hospital provides a vital, nominal-cost alternative to private healthcare, where similar procedures can range from Rs 25 lakh to Rs 30 lakh. The patient will require ongoing observation and device programming for optimal symptom management.
