43-Year-Old Woman Finds Relief After 35 Years of Severe Back Pain Following Complex Sacral Tumor Surgery

12 Feb 2026 | Medicover Hospitals | Hyderabad

A 43-year-old woman from Somalia has been living with persistent back pain and a persistent discharge from her lower back for 35 years. The inflammation, which began as a swelling in her youth, led to multiple surgeries outside India nearly 30 years ago. Unfortunately, no medical records are available, and her symptoms have continued to worsen over time.

For decades, she has endured:

  • Severe, chronic lower back pain
  • Persistent discharge from the affected area
  • Functional discomfort that affects daily life

Despite repeated treatments elsewhere, her condition has not resolved.

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Our Diagnosis Reveals High-Risk Sacral Tumor

When she was taken to Medicover Hospitals in Hitech City, she was examined by Dr Ch Venkata Pavan Kumar, Senior General Surgeon Consultant. Advanced CT imaging revealed a large tumor originating from the sacral bone, measuring approximately 15 cm x 20 cm.

Tumor was:

  • Related to the spinal canal
  • Being close to the rectum
  • Causes long-term symptoms

Given its size and proximity to critical structures, it was classified as a high-risk sacral tumor case requiring meticulous planning.

Multidisciplinary Surgical Planning

A comprehensive multidisciplinary team was formed, comprising:

This case required coordination between specialties because of:

  • Spinal involvement
  • Rectal proximity

Assessment of a large soft tissue defect after tumor removal

Complex High-Risk Sacral Tumor Surgery

The surgical team successfully performed a high-risk procedure. A total of 15 cm × 20 cm of tumor was completely removed from the trigeminal region, preserving the surrounding vital structures.

After tumor removal:

  • The large surgical defect was reconstructed
  • Flap coverage was performed to ensure wound healing and structural stability

The surgery requires precision, skill, and coordinated intraoperative management.

Excellent Recovery and Pain-Free Life

Postoperative recovery was smooth. The patient showed significant improvement.

On follow-up:

  • Back pain resolved
  • Discharge stopped
  • Mobility improved
  • She returned to a normal, pain-free life

After 35 years of suffering, she finally experienced lasting relief.

Medicover Clinical Significance

High-risk sacral tumors are rare and complex. They require advanced imaging, multidisciplinary expertise, and reconstructive planning. This successful outcome highlights Medicover Hospitals ability to manage:

  • Complex Spinal Tumors
  • High-Risk Oncological Cases
  • Major Reconstructive Surgeries

At Medicover Hospitals in Hitech City, even the most challenging cases are approached with precision, collaboration, and patient-centered care.


Contributors

Dr Aneel Kumar P

Dr Aneel Kumar P

Senior Consultant Neurosurgeon

Dr Rajasekhar Madala

Dr Rajasekhar Madala

Consultant Plastic , Cosmetic & Hair Transplant Surgeon

Dr Damodar Kakumanu

Dr Damodar Kakumanu

Consultant Trauma & Acute Care Surgeon

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