Aster CMI Hospital in Bangalore has achieved a significant medical milestone by successfully conducting the first-ever Vertebral Stentoplasty procedure in South India. The hospital’s dedicated team carried out this advanced treatment on a 57-year-old female patient suffering from osteoporotic compression fractures. By injecting polymethylmethacrylate (PMMA) bone cement into the fractured vertebral body, the procedure provided immediate relief and restored mobility for the patient.
The patient had been enduring severe low back pain, causing limited mobility and dependence on others. With a diagnosis of Rheumatoid Arthritis and experiencing intense pain for the past 10 days, the medical experts opted for Vertebral body stenting (Stentoplasty), an innovative vertebral augmentation procedure.
Dr. Umesh Srikantha, Consultant Neurosurgery and Head of Spine Services at Aster CMI Hospital, Bangalore, explained the minimally invasive surgery: “Utilizing the latest medical technique known as vertebral body stenting (Stentoplasty), we inserted a stent and balloon into the vertebra. Inflating the balloon elevated the collapsed vertebra, while the stent expanded to support the newly created vertebral cavity. We then filled the cavity with bone cement to reinforce the surrounding bone. The entire procedure took less than an hour, and the patient experienced significant improvement, being able to walk independently within 24 hours.”
Dr. Akshay Hari, Consultant in Neurosurgery and Spine Surgery at Aster CMI Hospital, expressed his satisfaction with the outcome: “Our team of neurologists and neurosurgeons at Aster CMI Hospitals, Bangalore, has achieved a groundbreaking milestone in the treatment of osteoporotic compression fractures. We are pleased with the patient’s successful recovery, which is a testament to the collaborative effort of our highly qualified team.”
Mr. S Ramesh Kumar, CEO of Aster CMI Hospital, Bangalore, highlighted the complexity of the surgery and the hospital’s dedication to providing advanced healthcare: “Successfully performing South India’s first Vertebral Stentoplasty is a testament to the expertise of our skilled doctors and the cutting-edge technologies available at our hospital. We take pride in being at the forefront of medical advancements and are privileged to offer this complex procedure, which is not widely available.”
The accomplishment of the first Vertebral Stentoplasty in South India at Aster CMI Hospital showcases the institution’s commitment to delivering world-class clinical care and pushing the boundaries of medical innovation.
