In a groundbreaking medical achievement, Apollo Multispeciality Hospitals in Kolkata, successfully performed India’s first-ever robot-assisted surgery to remove cancer from a rare crossed fused kidney. Led by Dr. Tarun Jindal, the top urologist in Kolkata, the complex procedure saved a 60-year-old patient suffering from a tumor in an abnormally positioned kidney.
Understanding the Rare Crossed Fused Kidney Condition
The patient was diagnosed with Crossed Fused Renal Ectopia, a rare congenital anomaly occurring in approximately 1 in 10,000 people. In this condition, both kidneys are on the same side and fused together. However, in this case, the patient had an 11 cm tumor in the upper kidney, making the surgery highly challenging due to the tangled arteries, veins, and ureters.
The Surgical Challenge & Robotic Precision
Dr. Tarun Jindal and his expert team opted for robotic-assisted surgery using the da Vinci system, allowing for enhanced precision, minimal blood loss, and quicker recovery. However, the key challenges included:
- Preserving the lower kidney while removing the cancerous portion.
- Identifying the correct ureter and blood supply to avoid kidney failure.
- Using ICG imaging to distinguish between the two fused kidneys.
Successful Outcome & Patient Recovery
Dr. Tarun Jindal performed an upper polar radical nephrectomy combined with a partial nephrectomy, ensuring that the healthy kidney remained functional. Thanks to the minimally invasive robotic approach, the patient:
- Experienced minimal blood loss, avoiding transfusion.
- Was discharged within a few days instead of a prolonged hospital stay.
- Reported normal kidney function post-surgery.
“This surgery was a milestone in uro-oncology and robotic-assisted procedures,” said Dr. Tarun Jindal, a leading uro-onco surgeon in Kolkata. “With robotic precision, we saved the patient’s remaining kidney, ensuring he can live a healthy, dialysis-free life.”
The Future of Robotic Surgery in Urology
With advancements in robotic-assisted surgery, complex cases like this can now be tackled with greater success, offering patients safer and more effective treatments. As the top urologist in Kolkata, Dr. Tarun Jindal continues to push the boundaries of minimally invasive uro-oncology procedures, ensuring better outcomes for patients battling kidney cancer.
The famous Publication House, Times Now has also penned down this commendable incident in their article. Read on – https://www.msn.com/en-in/health/health-news/india-s-first-cancer-removed-from-rare-crossed-fused-kidney-using-robotic-surgery/ar-AA1vQtHM
News Source: Times Now
