Medicover Hospitals, Srikakulam, successfully removed a massive 35 cm abdominal tumor weighing nearly 10 kilograms from a 78-year-old woman, a highly risky surgical success. She had a history of previous coronary artery bypass graft (CABG) surgery.

The case was considered high-risk due to the patient's age and underlying heart disease. Despite these challenges, our multidisciplinary team safely performed the procedure. This reaffirms Medicover Hospitals as a trusted center for complex surgical care in the region.

Months of Worsening Symptoms

The patient had been experiencing:

Initially, the symptoms were dismissed as age-related issues. However, as her abdominal swelling increased significantly, she sought medical evaluation at Medicover Hospitals.

A CT scan revealed a massive tumor occupying almost the entire abdominal cavity. It compresses surrounding organs and poses potential life-threatening complications.

A High-Risk Surgical Challenge

Performing major stomach tumor removal surgery in a patient with a history of heart bypass surgery carries a significant risk. Such cases require careful planning due to:

Recognizing these complexities, a comprehensive surgical plan was developed involving specialists from:

A thorough preoperative cardiac evaluation was performed to assess cardiac function and surgical fitness.

The Challenging Procedure

The surgery was led by Dr. Bammidi Sandeep, Consultant Surgical Oncologist, and coordinated by a multidisciplinary team.

Dr. Sandeep, an abdominal cancer specialist, explained:

"The tumor was exceptionally large, measuring approximately 35 cm and weighing nearly 10 kg. Tumors of this size can compress abdominal organs, impair breathing, and lead to serious complications. Performing surgery on a patient who has previously undergone heart bypass surgery adds another layer of complexity. Special attention was given to bleeding control, protection of vital organs, and continuous cardiac monitoring throughout the procedure."

During the surgery:

The tumor was successfully removed in total without intraoperative complications.

Intensive Post-Operative Care

Following the procedure, the patient was closely monitored in the ICU for five days.

Key post-operative measures included:

The patient's heart function remained stable, and her recovery progressed steadily. She is currently stable, tolerating oral intake, and recovering well.

Strengthening High-Risk Surgical Care in Srikakulam

This case highlights the growing capability of Medicover Hospitals, Srikakulam, in managing:

With advanced infrastructure, experienced specialists, and coordinated perioperative care, our hospital continues to safely handle complex and high-risk surgical cases locally.

This successful outcome stands as a testament to the power of surgical precision, careful cardiac assessment, and coordinated multidisciplinary care.