Salem , 31st December 2024 : A three-month-old baby was brought to Kauvery Hospital, Salem,
with severe breathing difficulties, prompting immediate medical attention.
Initially suspected to be pneumonia, the child was treated with antibiotics and
monitored for two days. However, the breathing issue persisted, raising
concerns among the hospital's pediatric team. Led by Dr. Mohammed Fazil, a
series of advanced diagnostic procedures was carried out. The results revealed
a rare and life-threatening condition: the child’s stomach had migrated
abnormally into the chest cavity, compressing the lungs.
This rare
congenital condition, known as a diaphragmatic hernia, is seldom seen and
presents significant surgical challenges, especially in infants. Understanding
the gravity of the situation, the hospital’s experienced medical team,
comprising Dr. Saravanan, Dr. Mohammed Fazil, and Dr. Vijayabhaskar, decided to
proceed with immediate corrective surgery.
The surgery
lasted 4.5 hours and required meticulous precision. The medical team
successfully repositioned the child’s stomach back into the abdominal cavity
and repaired the diaphragmatic defect. Additionally, they addressed
inflammation in the intestines, ensuring the infant’s complete recovery.
Following the
surgery, the baby was placed in the Intensive Care Unit (ICU) for continuous
monitoring. Over the next 10 days, the medical team carefully evaluated the
child’s digestive and respiratory functions. Gradual feeding was introduced to
test and restore the baby’s normal digestive capabilities. Once the team
confirmed stable recovery, the baby was discharged in good health, much to the
relief and happiness of the parents.
The infant’s
parents expressed their heartfelt gratitude to the doctors and the entire
hospital staff for their extraordinary efforts in saving their child’s life.
They described the hospital’s care and expertise as “nothing short of a
miracle.”
Kauvery Hospital,
Salem’s Facility Director, Mr. Selvam, said, “Performing such a rare and
challenging surgery on a three-month-old baby is an incredible accomplishment.
It demonstrates not only the surgical excellence of our team but also the
dedication of ICU, nursing team and other support staff. This achievement
reinforces our commitment to offering advanced medical solutions for even the
most complex cases.”
This case
highlights Kauvery Hospital’s capability to handle critical and rare pediatric
emergencies with advanced infrastructure and a highly skilled medical team. It
stands as a testament to the hospital’s unwavering commitment to providing
exceptional healthcare, ensuring that every patient receives the best chance at
life.