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  • Jupiter Hospital Thane Successfully Performs High-Risk Liver Tumour Surgery Without Blood Transfusion

    Jupiter Hospital Thane

    Thane: Jupiter Hospital Thane has successfully removed a massive 2.5kg liver tumour from a 58-year-old male patient without requiring a blood transfusion. The complex surgery underscores the hospital’s reputation for advanced surgical expertise and patient-focused care.

    Jupiter Hospital Thane Leads Breakthrough in Complex Liver Surgery

    The patient, previously evaluated at another medical facility, opted for Jupiter Hospital Thane due to its proximity and family support. Detailed diagnostic scans revealed a large tumour occupying the entire right lobe and extending into the left lobe of the liver.

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    After conducting CT angiography with volumetric liver analysis and comprehensive medical evaluations, the hospital’s Liver Transplant and Hepatobiliary (HPB) Surgery team planned a single-stage resection.

    The surgery was led by Dr Anand Ramamurthy, Director – Liver Transplant and HPB Surgery, supported by Dr Gaurav Patel and Dr Ankush Golhar, Senior Consultants – Liver Transplant and HPB Surgery.

    “Despite the tumour’s size and complexity, meticulous planning enabled us to complete the procedure without a blood transfusion. The patient is recovering well in the ICU,” said Dr. Anand Ramamurthy.

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    Patient Benefits From Subsidised Cancer Care at Jupiter Hospital Thane

    The patient also received financial relief through the Jupiter Cancer Institute’s subsidised treatment programme, which reduced the cost of the procedure—normally estimated at ₹7 lakhs—by nearly 70%.

    “This case highlights our ability to deliver cutting-edge care while staying patient-inclusive,” noted Dr. Gaurav Patel.

    “At Jupiter Hospital Thane, we are committed to ensuring that no patient is denied life-saving treatment due to financial constraints,” added Dr Ankush Golhar.

    This successful surgery further reinforces Jupiter Hospital Thane as a centre of excellence in Liver Transplant and HPB Surgery, combining precision, innovation, and compassionate healthcare.

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    • Salil Urunkar

      Salil Urunkar is a senior journalist and the editorial mind behind Sahyadri Startups. With years of experience covering Pune’s entrepreneurial rise, he’s passionate about telling the real stories of founders, disruptors, and game-changers.

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