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Rod Through Leg: Sassoon Doctors Save Young Man
29 Mar
Summary
- A 21-year-old man survived a critical injury from a metal rod impalement.
- Doctors at Sassoon General Hospital successfully removed the lodged rod.
- The patient is recovering well after emergency surgery.
A 21-year-old man is recovering after a life-threatening accident near Vasoli Phata, where a metal rod pierced his right leg. The incident occurred on March 13 when the youth was hit by a car, causing him to fall into a roadside gutter with the rod penetrating his limb.
He was initially taken to a private hospital before being transferred to Sassoon General Hospital for specialized treatment. Medical professionals administered antibiotics and Tetanus Immunoglobulin before proceeding with emergency surgery under spinal anesthesia. The surgical team successfully removed the rod, and the patient has since been discharged following an uneventful recovery.
Dr. Eknath Pawar, Dean of Sassoon General Hospital, praised the surgical team for their swift and expert intervention. This case underscores the hospital's dedication to providing critical emergency care, ensuring a positive outcome for a patient who faced a potentially limb-ending injury.
