Low Anterior Resection with Total Mesorectal Excision for Cancer Rectum (LAR with TME) - A Major Cancer Surgery At RG Hospitals, Ludhiana.
Faculty:
Dr. Arindam Ghosh (Sr. Consultant - Laparoscopic and General Surgery, Hepatobiliary & Metabolic Surgery)
Dr. Yugam (Sr. Consultant - Anesthesia)
Hospital:
RG Hospitals, Ludhiana, Punjab.
Presenting/Chief Complaints:
An 80 year old female a resident of the USA faced a significant health challenge when she began experiencing blood in her stool around six months back. Following a thorough investigation, she was diagnosed with Cancer Rectum. Determined to seek effective treatment, she traveled to India for medical care.
Diagnosis:
Cancer Rectum
Treatment/Procedure/Surgery:
Low Anterior Resection with Total Mesorectal Excision (LAR with TME).
Operative Findings:
She first underwent a comprehensive treatment regimen, including radiotherapy and chemotherapy, in preparation for surgical intervention.
Course of Hospitalization and Condition of Patient at the Time of Discharge:
Her recovery was swift, smooth and without complications. She received curative treatment for her cancer and is expected to be free of the disease going forward.