Excelsior Correspondent
SRINAGAR, May 22: The Department of Urology and the Anesthesiology & Critical Care at the Super Specialty Hospital, Government Medical College (GMC) Srinagar, have treated two infants, aged 7 and 8 months, with kidneys stones using Extracorporeal Shock Wave Lithotripsy (ESWL).
GMC, in a statement issued here, said that the ground breaking procedure marks the first time such young patients have undergone ESWL for 10 mm and 12 mm renal stones at the institution.
The infants, the doctors said, diagnosed with significant 10 mm and 12 mm renal calculi, faced potential complications that could have severely impacted kidney function and overall health.
“Traditional surgical approaches posed considerable risks given the patients’ age and size. However, the multidisciplinary team of experts at our hospital opted for the minimally invasive ESWL procedure, which uses high-energy shock waves to break the kidney stones into smaller, passable fragments,” GMC said.
Prof. (Dr) Syed Sajjad Nazir, Head of the Department of Urology, led the urology team in this delicate procedure.
“The ESWL procedure offers a safer alternative to conventional surgery, particularly for our youngest and most vulnerable patients,” he said.
Prof. (Dr) Hina Bashir, Head of the Department of Anesthesiology, ensured the infants’ safety and comfort throughout the procedure.
“Administering anesthesia to such young patients presents unique challenges, but our team’s expertise and meticulous planning were key to the successful outcome,” said Dr. Nusrat Jehan, Dr. Mubashir, and Dr. Baby Shahnaz Jeelani from the Anesthesia Department.
“Our collaborative approach with the Urology Department was crucial in managing these cases effectively.”
Dr. Tanveer Iqbal, Associate Professor of Urology, stated that the procedures were completed without complications, and the infants were discharged after one day.
Prof. (Dr) Iffat Hassan Shah, Principal of Government Medical College Srinagar, commented on the significance of this achievement.
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