NE HEALTH BUREAU
CHENNAI, DEC 3
In what is said to be a medical feat, SRM Global Hospital has given a new lease of life to a 7-year-old boy from Jharkhand suffering from a rare and painful bone tumour. The condition, identified as Intra-courtical Osteoid Osteoma, is a benign tumour with an occurrence rate of 1 in 1,00,000, ranking as the third most common benign bone tumour in children.
- Osteoid osteoma ranks as the third most common benign bone tumor in children, with an occurrence rate of 1 in 1,00,000
- The surgery was challenging due to the tumor’s tiny size, measuring just 5 mm x 5 mm, and its location deep within the shaft of the boy’s upper arm bone
- For four months, the boy experienced severe and persistent pain in his right arm, particularly at night, which disrupted his sleep and daily activities, including writing and playing
For four months, the boy experienced severe and persistent pain in his right arm, particularly at night, which disrupted his sleep and daily activities, including writing and playing. The tumour, though tiny—measuring just 5mm x 5mm—was deeply embedded in the shaft of his upper arm bone (humerus), presenting a significant surgical challenge.
Experts perform advanced surgical intervention
An expert surgical team led by Dr. B. Vijay Anand, Orthopaedic Consultant, performed a complex procedure called the Burr Down Technique to remove the tumor. To ensure precision, the tumor location was marked using a multiple-needle technique under CT guidance. During surgery, an image intensifier machine provided real-time imaging, helping the team overcome the challenge of locating the tiny tumor within the bone.
Dr. Vijay Anand explained, “What makes this surgery unique is the tiny size of the tumor and the difficulty of locating it intraoperatively. The tumor nidus, the core responsible for the pain, was successfully identified and removed, relieving the boy of his symptoms instantly. The surgery was completed in just 30 minutes, and the boy experienced immediate relief. Post-surgery, he resumed normal activities the very next day. His long-term prognosis is excellent, allowing him to live a pain-free life without any limitations.”
Modern imaging and surgical techniques can transform patient care
Dr. P. Sathyanarayanan, President of SRM Global Hospitals, commented, “This case demonstrates how modern imaging and surgical techniques can transform patient care. Precision in preoperative planning and surgical execution ensured a remarkable outcome, restoring the boy’s quality of life within a day. Our hospital is equipped with advanced infrastructure, a highly skilled multidisciplinary team, and a strong commitment to patient-centric care, making us a leader in delivering world-class medical outcomes.”
Osteoid Osteoma more prevalent in boys
Osteoid osteoma, though rare, ranks as the third most common benign bone tumor in children, with an occurrence rate of 1 in 1,00,000. It is more prevalent in boys and typically manifests in the second decade of life.
This case highlights SRM Global Hospital’s commitment to leveraging advanced medical techniques to deliver exceptional patient outcomes.
