A 44-year-old female patient from the Essequibo Coast, Region 2 recently underwent a life-saving operation at the GPHC where a massive intra-abdominal tumour was removed from her.
A release yesterday from the Georgetown Public Hospital Corporation (GPHC) said that the procedure was performed by Dr. Rafi Rozan, Chief Consultant Specialist in Obstetrics and Gynaecology, along with his team.
The patient had been enduring persistent abdominal discomfort, pain, and bloating for several months, prompting her to seek medical attention. Diagnostic tests, including ultrasounds, tumour markers, and CT scans, revealed the presence of a large intra-abdominal mass.
Under the guidance of Dr Rozan, the patient underwent extensive counselling and consultations. The risks, benefits, and potential outcomes of the comprehensive laparotomy (a surgical incision into the abdominal cavity) were thoroughly explained to the patient and her family.
During the surgery, it was discovered that the tumour was not ovarian, as was suspected, but rather a renal tumour. Dr Nirvanie Singh and Dr Parjohn, also part of the surgical team, expressed excitement as this marked the Gynaecological team’s first nephrectomy (removal of a kidney). Dr Rozan, recalling the moment, consulted urologist Dr Rajendra Sookraj, who noted it was the largest kidney he had ever seen, measuring approximately 72 centimetres in diameter and weighing an astonishing 15.8 kg (34.7 lbs).
Following the successful surgery, the patient received post-operative care, including pain management and support for a smooth recovery. Dr Rozan and his team closely monitored the patient’s progress, conducting regular examinations and follow-up tests to detect any signs of complications.
Despite initial difficulty regaining balance while walking due to the weight loss from the tumour, the release said that the patient’s recovery progressed remarkably well. Gradually regaining strength and mobility, she improved each day under the watchful care of the medical team.
