Mumbai: In a remarkable display of medical expertise, doctors at Wockhardt Hospitals Mumbai Central successfully treated a 77-year-old man diagnosed with high-grade chest wall sarcoma.
The patient, who was already managing diabetes, hypertension, and a prior heart stent, overcame the odds with advanced surgical intervention.
Wockhardt Hospitals Mumbai Central: Cancer Care Beyond Age Barriers
The patient’s journey began with a small, painless swelling on the left chest, which grew alarmingly into a lemon-sized tumour within two months. A biopsy confirmed high-grade sarcoma.
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Despite age-related risks, heart and lung function tests showed he was fit for surgery, offering a chance for curative treatment.
Expert Surgical Team at Wockhardt Hospitals Executes Complex Chest Wall Surgery
The cancer had affected three ribs, making wide excision and reconstruction essential. The multidisciplinary team at Wockhardt Hospitals, led by Dr Tanveer Majeed (Consultant Surgical Oncologist), supported by Dr Akshay Deshpande (Plastic & Reconstructive Surgeon) and Dr Shilpa Deshmukh (Onco Anaesthesiologist), performed a challenging procedure. The chest wall was reconstructed using proline mesh and a muscle flap from the back.
The patient was ventilated for two days post-surgery as a precaution but recovered faster than expected. On the ninth day, he was discharged, walking out of the hospital stable and smiling.
Wockhardt Hospitals Mumbai Central: Reinforces Commitment to Advanced Oncology Care
“This wasn’t just about removing a tumour. It was about restoring strength, dignity, and quality of life,” said Dr Tanveer Majeed.
This case reflects the advanced capabilities of Wockhardt Hospitals Mumbai Central, in delivering world-class oncology care, where age is never a limitation for hope, healing, or survival.
