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Doctors at Annaii Medical College at Rajalakshmi HealthCity Remove Rare 2-kg Abdominal Tumour in Groundbreaking Surgery
Chennai (Tamil Nadu) [India], June 24: In a remarkable medical achievement, doctors at Rajalakshmi Health City, in collaboration with Annaii Medical College, have successfully removed a rare 2-kilogram spindle cell tumor from the abdomen of a 69-year-old male patient. This complex procedure highlights the advanced capabilities of the institution in handling high-risk and unusual medical [...]
Chennai (Tamil Nadu) [India], June 24: In a remarkable medical achievement, doctors at Rajalakshmi Health City, in collaboration with Annaii Medical College, have successfully removed a rare 2-kilogram spindle cell tumor from the abdomen of a 69-year-old male patient. This complex procedure highlights the advanced capabilities of the institution in handling high-risk and unusual medical cases.
The patient initially presented with vague symptoms of abdominal discomfort, which are commonly overlooked or attributed to less serious conditions. However, doctors at Rajalakshmi Health City employed state-of-the-art diagnostic and imaging tools, which revealed a large and unusual mass located deep within the abdomen. The tumor was identified as a spindle cell tumor arising from the small bowel mesentery—a rare location for such a growth. Tumors in this region are extremely uncommon, with very few similar cases reported globally in medical literature.
Recognizing the complexity of the case, a multidisciplinary team comprising surgical oncologists, gastroenterologists, anesthesiologists, and radiologists was assembled. The tumor’s proximity to major blood vessels in the abdomen added significant risk to the surgical procedure. Nonetheless, the team meticulously planned the operation, prioritizing both precision and safety.
