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85-Year-Old Defeats Two Cancers with Robotic Surgery
12 May
Summary
- Elderly patient had colon and esophageal tumors detected.
- Minimally invasive robotic surgery addressed both cancers.
- Patient recovered quickly, discharged within a week.
An 85-year-old woman, identified as Mrs. Lakshmi, faced a critical health crisis when diagnosed with a colon tumor causing a severe blockage. Her existing conditions, including hypertension, diabetes, and a past stroke, complicated immediate treatment decisions.
Doctors first placed a colonic stent to alleviate her pain and obstruction. Subsequent tests revealed an additional tumor, a leiomyoma, in her esophagus, presenting a complex dual-cancer diagnosis. The medical team, led by Dr. K. Hemanth Kumar, opted for the Da Vinci Xi robotic system.
This advanced technology facilitated a single, highly complex surgery to address both the colon cancer and the esophageal tumor. The robotic approach offered precision and smaller incisions, contributing to a faster recovery.
Following the procedure, Mrs. Lakshmi experienced a steady recovery, avoiding an ICU stay. She was discharged home within a week and continues to do well three months post-surgery as she undergoes further treatment.
