New Delhi, Apr 15: In a remarkable display of surgical precision, RG Hospitals at its Gagan Vihar centre has successfully removed a massive 77 × 65 mm bladder stone, one of the largest recorded, restoring a 33-year-old man’s life to normal. Led by Dr. Manoj Jain, HOD & Chief Urologist, alongside Dr. Ajay Aggarwal, Consultant Urologist, and a skilled OT team, the daring open cystolithotomy ensured 100% stone clearance in a single procedure.
The 33-year-old patient had endured months of agony, relentless lower abdominal pain, urgent and frequent trips to the bathroom, symptoms that had worsened over 6-7 months. Initial ultrasound and clinical checks uncovered the enormous vesical calculus, coupled with bladder inflammation (cystitis), demanding immediate action to prevent life-threatening complications.
Dr. Manoj Jain, HOD & Chief Urologist, RG Hospitals, said,” Managing such large bladder stones requires timely intervention and the right surgical approach. In this case, the size of the stone made open cystolithotomy the most effective option to ensure complete removal and prevent recurrence or complications.”The procedure was executed successfully, achieving complete (100%) stone clearance in a single sitting.
Dr. Ajay Aggarwal, Consultant – Urology, added,“The patient had been experiencing symptoms for several months, which is common in such cases where diagnosis is delayed. With precise surgical planning and execution, we were able to achieve complete stone clearance and ensure a smooth recovery.” The patient recovered well post-surgery and was discharged in a stable condition, with complete relief from long-standing urinary symptoms.
Just days post-op, the patient was discharged in excellent health, free from his debilitating urinary woes, a testament to RG Hospitals’ urology expertise.RG Hospitals continues to lead in advanced urological interventions, blending experience with innovation for outstanding patient outcomes.