Shillong, June 11: In a notable achievement, a 16-year-old girl suffering from a severe case of scoliosis deformity a condition characterized by an abnormal curvature of the spine underwent successful corrective spinal surgery at Department of Orthopaedics, NEIGRIHMS, Shillong.
The intricate operation was performed by the surgical team led by Dr. Sachlang Debbarma Associate Professor along with Dr. Tashi G. Khonglah (Additional Professor) and Dr. Penthungo Ezung (Senior Resident) under the guidance and leadership of Prof. (Dr.) Sharat Agarwal and Prof. (Dr.) Bhaskar Borgohain, Head of the Department.
Setting an example of interdepartmental collaboration, advanced intra-operative neuro-monitoring was performed during the surgery to ensure precision and also to prevent spinal cord injury under the supervision of Dr. John Lyngdoh from the Department of Physiology.
The Department of Anaesthesiology, led by Dr. Rajani Thabah, played a vital role in maintaining patient stability throughout the operation. Dedicated nursing team led by sister in charge Watila Chungmeri along with the crucial assistance from OT staff, ensured seamless coordination and care throughout the procedure. The girl is in stable condition and recovering well under the supervision of the nursing team with ongoing physiotherapy support.
Dr. Sachlang Debbarma added that Scoliosis is characterized by progressive abnormal deformity of the spine and if left untreated can lead to serious complications such as chronic pain, respiratory issues and poor quality of life.
Early diagnosis and timely surgical intervention are crucial in correcting spinal deformities and improving long-term outcomes. Notably, this procedure stands out as one of the first of its kind to be performed in a government medical institute in Northeast India.
Director NEIGRIHMS Prof. (Dr.). Nalin Mehta appreciated efforts from Department of Orthopaedics NEIGRIHMS for significant achievement in specialized orthopaedic spine care in the region.
He further added that such procedures underscore the institute’s expanding capabilities in managing complex spinal disorders through multidisciplinary collaboration and state-of-the-art surgical technology.
