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7 Kids Get Life-Changing Spine Surgery in Gujarat's Free Medical Camp

Seven children with severe spinal deformities like kyphoscoliosis underwent successful, free surgeries at Ahmedabad's Government Spine Institute. The complex procedures, which typically cost lakhs privately, were performed during a special Indo-American Spine Surgery Camp. A team led by Indian doctors like Dr Piyush Mittal collaborated with visiting American surgeons to complete the intricate operations. The initiative, supported by the Gujarat government, provides life-altering treatment that would otherwise be financially or technically inaccessible to many families.

Key Points: Free Spine Surgeries Transform Lives of 7 Children in Gujarat

  • Free complex spine surgeries for 7 children
  • Treating rare kyphoscoliosis disorder
  • Indo-American surgical collaboration
  • Procedures prevent life-threatening risks
  • Post-operative rehabilitation monitored
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Seven children receive life-changing spine surgery in Gujarat's Ahmedabad

Seven children with severe spinal deformities received free, complex surgeries at Ahmedabad's Government Spine Institute during an Indo-American medical camp.

"such partnerships not only make complex surgeries possible but also support educational exchange programmes - Dr Piyush Mittal"

Ahmedabad, Feb 24

Seven children with severe spinal deformities underwent successful surgeries at the Government Spine Institute in Ahmedabad Civil Hospital during the second Indo-American Spine Surgery Camp.

The initiative, organised with support from the Gujarat government's Health and Family Welfare Department, offered advanced treatment for conditions such as kyphoscoliosis, a rare disorder affecting one in 1,000 children globally.

Kyphoscoliosis is a serious condition in which the spine curves abnormally, often posing life-threatening risks and requiring complex corrective surgery.

Doctors at the camp described the procedures as highly intricate, typically lasting four to five hours, involving delicate work around major nerves and blood vessels.

Continuous neuro-monitoring during surgery was critical, with any error potentially resulting in severe injury or paralysis. An American neuro-monitoring team, along with anaesthesia specialists, assisted to ensure patient safety.

Financially, such procedures cost between Rs five and 10 lakh in private hospitals, but all surgeries at the Government Spine Institute were provided free of charge.

Among the patients was a nine-year-old child who underwent a 'growing rod surgery', designed to straighten the spine while accommodating future growth.

The camp is expected to benefit children from Gujarat as well as other states, providing families with access to treatment that would otherwise be financially or technically out of reach.

The surgeries were led by Dr Piyush Mittal and Dr Prerak Yadav of the Spine Institute, with anaesthesia support from Dr Reema Vansola and Dr Kinjal Anand.

Visiting spine surgeons from the United States, including Dr Viral Jain, Dr Harshad Patel, Dr Karen Young, Dr Deval Carol and Dr Scott Cowan, contributed their expertise to the complex procedures.

Following the operations, State Health Minister Praful Panseriya commended the doctors for their humanitarian approach.

Dr Mittal emphasised the importance of strengthening Indo-American collaboration in healthcare, noting that "such partnerships not only make complex surgeries possible but also support educational exchange programmes for medical students and doctors".

The institute is closely monitoring post-operative rehabilitation for patients to ensure optimal recovery.

- IANS

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Aman W
As someone from Gujarat, I'm proud to see our Civil Hospital leading such initiatives. The cost of 5-10 lakhs in private hospitals is unimaginable for most families. This camp is a lifeline. Hope the children recover well and lead normal lives.
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Robert G
The technical collaboration mentioned here is key. Bringing in American expertise for neuro-monitoring and complex procedures raises the standard of care. This knowledge transfer will benefit Indian medical professionals long-term. A fantastic model.
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Suresh O
While this is excellent work, we must ask why such advanced facilities are concentrated only in a few cities. What about children in rural Bihar, UP, or the Northeast? The government should replicate this model in every state capital at least.
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Kavya N
The 'growing rod surgery' for the 9-year-old is amazing! Medicine has come so far. Can't imagine the relief of the parents. May God bless all the little ones with a speedy recovery. 🇮🇳❤️
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David E
It's impressive to see this level of international cooperation in healthcare. The article rightly points out the educational exchange value. Hope this leads to more Indian doctors gaining exposure to global techniques, which they can then adapt for local needs.

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