‘A life-changing procedure for a patient’
Srinagar: In a landmark medical achievement at Safa Marwa Hospital Soura, a team of skilled urologists successfully performed a laparoscopic nephrectomy for a patient from Kashmir suffering from chronic pyelonephritis and an obstructing calculus in the left kidney.
The patient, who had been battling persistent left-sided abdominal pain, underwent thorough investigations that revealed the non-functional left kidney with inflammatory changes, necessitating immediate intervention.
Under the comprehensive healthcare coverage of the Ayushman Bharat Yojana, the patient received state-of-the-art treatment at absolutely no cost. This procedure, performed seamlessly and without any complications, marked a significant milestone in leveraging advanced medical technology and accessible healthcare provisions for all.
Dr. Azhar and Dr. Suhail, lead urologists for the procedure, expressed, “It’s immensely gratifying to provide life-changing interventions to patients in need.”
Mufti Khawar, Managing Director and Dr Nazira Farooq owner of Safa Marwa Hospital, also expressed their views, “This laparoscopic nephrectomy not only relieved the patient’s suffering but also signifies the strides we’re making in offering high-quality, cost-free healthcare through initiatives like Ayushman Bharat Yojana.”
They thanked the operative team led by Dr Azhar and Dr Suhail, anaesthetist Dr Riyaz.