The woman from MP was successfully treated at Alexis Hospital after a scan and MRI confirmed that a large 25 x 20 cm fibroid was growing in her uterus.
Nagpur :- A 42 year old woman walked in to Alexis Hospital, appearing to be pregnant with complaints of huge discomfort and pressure in the lower abdomen area. On examination by Dr Rajni Gupta, Obstetrician and Gynaecologist at Alexis Hospital, a large abdominal mass was found that was almost of a mid-sized watermelon, very similar to that of a full term pregnancy MRI scan showed a rare & highly vascular massive sized broad ligament fibroid.
A broad ligament fibroid is a benign smooth muscle tumour which originates from the broad ligament hormone-sensitive smooth muscle or secondarily from the uterine smooth muscle. This layer of tissue connects the sides of the uterus to the walls and floor of the pelvis. The broad ligament covers the uterus, ovaries, and fallopian tubes. It also connects nerves and blood vessels to these organs.
Dr Rajni advised her to undergo a surgery which scared her initially. The doctor counselled her and with meticulous planning along with due preparation, she was operated and a huge five kilograms fibroid measuring 25 x 20 cm was removed successfully. It was adherent and technically difficult to remove the fibroid due to its vascularity and high risk of massive bleeding and injury to nearby structures. The patient had a smooth recovery and was discharged on the third day after surgery.
Dr Rajni Gupta says, “Although uterine fibroids are common tumours of uterus, these broad ligament fibroids of such a massive size constitute less than 1% of overall cases and is very rarely found.”
The patient during her discharge shared that, “I was surprised to learn that my case was rare and yet was treated easily at Alexis. I will forever be thankful to Dr Rajni Gupta for her continued support and the quality care by the multidisciplinary team. The doctor and her knowledge of the latest methods of treatment at this prestigious Alexis Hospital have really saved me.”
About Alexis Multispecialty Hospital – www.alexishospital.com
Alexis Multispecialty Hospital is an offering and initiative of the Zulekha Healthcare Group, UAE to help serve the entire Central India community by providing the highest quality of medical care across various disciplines. The hospital employs renowned specialists and medical personnel supported by latest cutting-edge technology offering all-round care and comfort.
This state-of-the-art distinctive 200 bedded set up offers end-to-end multispecialty services in the areas of Comprehensive Oncology Care & Radiotherapy, Cardiac Sciences, Neurosciences, Orthopaedics, Critical Care, Minimal Invasive Surgery, Urology, Nephrology, Gastroenterology, Endocrinology, Gynaecology, Paediatrics & Neonatology, Critical Care (CCU, ICU, NICU, SICU) & Internal Medicine, Joint Replacement & Arthroscopy, Trauma Services, Interventional Radiology & Preventive Medicines. To address the clinical requirement of Central India, Alexis Multispecialty Hospital also has a Comprehensive Organ Transplant Unit.
