Using an innovative instrument called the harmonic scalpel, medical professionals from the Sanjay Gandhi Postgraduate Institute of Medical Sciences (SGPGIMS) successfully performed surgery on a one-year-old child who had a congenital vascular tumor on his top lip. Because of this, SGPGI is among the few medical facilities in the world with the advanced equipment required to treat vascular abnormalities.
Ayush Yadav, a patient from Jaunpur, was referred to SGPGI from the district hospital after sclerosant agent treatments did not result in the lesion's shrinkage. Born with a large vascular tumor on his upper lip, Ayush's condition required a precise and effective surgical intervention.
The team of doctors at SGPGI employed the harmonic scalpel to remove the entire tumor. This ultrasonic energy device has a 7-mm vessel sealing indication and uses high-frequency (55,000 Hz) ultrasonic energy transmitted between its instrument blades to divide tissue. In comparison to traditional approaches, bleeding is greatly reduced when the instrument's active blade vibrates longitudinally against an inactive blade across an excursion of 50–100 micrometers.
According to Dr. Rajeev Agarwal, Head of the Department of Plastic Surgery at SGPGI, the harmonic scalpel is a game changer for treating congenital vascular tumors. It provides precision, multifunctionality, and advanced hemostasis, ensuring less tissue damage and stronger large vessel sealing. The advanced adaptive tissue technology of the device allows for precise removal of the tumor with minimal bleeding, which is critical given the vascular nature of the tumor.
The surgery, which took place on Wednesday, was successful, and the child is reportedly doing well post-operation. This is the first time a surgery of this kind has been carried out at SGPGI, demonstrating the advanced expertise of the institute in treating intricate vascular abnormalities.
The harmonic scalpel's ability to seal vessels up to 7 mm in diameter and reduce tissue damage through its precise ultrasonic energy makes it a valuable tool in surgeries involving vascular tumors. The device's precision is particularly beneficial in cases where excessive bleeding is a risk, as it ensures effective hemostasis while minimizing tissue trauma.
With the successful operation of Ayush Yadav, SGPGI is now recognized as a premier center for the treatment of congenital vascular abnormalities, showcasing advances in medical technology and surgical procedures.
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