Vijayawada: In a remarkable display of medical expertise, doctors at the Tenali district hospital successfully performed complex surgeries on two women who had sustained severe injuries in separate road accidents, leading to their complete recovery.
Surgeries Performed on April 18
According to officials from the Directorate of Secondary Health Services (DSHS), the surgeries were conducted on April 18 with the assistance of anaesthetists and orthopaedic specialists. The patients, identified as 65-year-old Samrajyam and 38-year-old Nanchaaramma, had suffered critical injuries but responded well to the treatment provided.
Case of Nanchaaramma
Nanchaaramma, a resident of Repalle, faced multiple health challenges, including obesity (weighing 130 kg), asthma, low haemoglobin levels, and hypothyroidism. She sustained a severely fractured upper arm in an accident near Nandi Velugu. Due to her health complications, doctors avoided general anaesthesia and instead administered a regional nerve block. The two-hour surgery was successfully completed while she remained conscious throughout the procedure.
Case of Samrajyam
Samrajyam from Kollipara suffered a shattered thigh bone in a road accident. She was rushed to the Tenali district hospital via a 108 ambulance after receiving initial treatment at a local health centre. Doctors performed an emergency procedure using a supracondylar locking plate system to stabilise the fractured bone. She has since recovered fully. Samrajyam expressed gratitude to the medical team, stating that she initially feared inadequate treatment but was reassured by the doctors and was satisfied with the care provided.
Financial Coverage
Samrajyam's treatment was covered under the Prime Minister's Relief Fund, while Nanchaaramma received free medical care under the Dr NTR Vaidya Seva Trust scheme.
Commendation from Health Minister
On the occasion, health minister Y Satya Kumar Yadav commended the doctors and hospital staff for their dedication and urged them to continue delivering quality healthcare services. Hospital authorities credited the success of such complex procedures to improved infrastructure and emergency care systems.
