Life-Changing Spinal Tumor Surgery at Geetanjali Multispeciality Hospital, Wai

Regaining Sensation. Restoring Mobility. Reclaiming Life.

🧠 Performed by: Dr. Arihant Patil – Consultant Neurosurgeon

🤝 Assisted by: Dr. Siddhant Kaddu – General & Laparoscopic Surgeon

💉 Anesthesia: Dr. Prashant Desai

📅 Surgery Date: 1st December 2024 (Sunday)

🏥 Hospital: Geetanjali Multispeciality Hospital, Wai

Case Summary

A 65-year-old female patient presented to Geetanjali Multispeciality Hospital, Wai, with:

Loss of sensation below both knees
Inability to stand or walk without support

These symptoms had progressively worsened, raising concerns of spinal cord compression.

Diagnosis: A Hidden Thoracic Spinal Tumor

MRI Whole Spine Screening revealed:

A Schwannoma (benign nerve sheath tumor)
Location: T8-T9 vertebral level
Tumor was compressing the spinal cord, pushing it completely to the left side

The tumor was disrupting nerve signals, causing mobility loss and sensory deficits.

Surgical Plan & Execution

Planned Procedure:

Spinal Tumor Excision
Spinal Stabilization with Titanium Screws and Rods

The surgery was performed by a multidisciplinary team, under general anesthesia, using microsurgical precision and spinal fixation technology.

Intraoperative Highlights

✔️ Complete tumor removal without spinal cord injury

✔️ Spinal alignment restored

✔️ Stability achieved through instrumented fixation

The tumor (Schwannoma) was successfully excised, decompressing the spinal cord and preventing further neurological damage.

Post-Surgery Outcome: A Miraculous Recovery

Within just 4 days post-operation:

The patient regained sensations
Started walking with physiotherapy support

Today, she is fully mobile, pain-free, and walking confidently again — a testament to timely intervention and expert neurosurgical care.

Why Early Diagnosis & Surgical Care Matter

Untreated spinal tumors can lead to:

Permanent paralysis
Irreversible nerve damage
Progressive mobility loss

Early diagnosis and surgical removal restore function, relieve compression, and prevent complications.

Why Choose Geetanjali Multispeciality Hospital, Wai?

🏥 Advanced Neurosurgery

🧠 Expert spinal surgeons and anesthetists

🛌 Post-operative rehabilitation

💡 Modern OT & imaging support

💬 Compassionate care for every patient