Madurai: Apollo Specialty Hospitals, Madurai has successfully performed an advanced microwave ablation (MWA) procedure for pancreatic cancer on a 78-year-old patient from Rajapalayam. The patient initially presented with symptoms including yellowish discolouration of urine, loss of appetite, and significant weight loss. Following a thorough evaluation, medical professionals confirmed carcinoma of the pancreatic head, leading to the patient's admission for surgery.
Procedure Details
After a comprehensive preoperative assessment, the patient underwent a bilio-digestive bypass combined with intraoperative microwave ablation of the pancreatic tumour. Microwave ablation is an advanced, image-guided, minimally invasive technique that delivers controlled thermal energy directly into the tumour. This process destroys cancer cells while preserving the surrounding healthy tissue, offering a targeted treatment option with reduced impact on the patient's overall health.
Recovery and Outcome
The surgery was completed successfully. Despite experiencing a brief episode of vomiting post-operation, the patient recovered steadily and was discharged in a stable condition, the hospital confirmed. This innovative procedure highlights the advancements in cancer care available at Apollo Specialty Hospitals, Madurai, providing new hope for patients with complex pancreatic tumours.
