Health, Healing & Hope

A 4-year-old, 11 kg child was brought to the Department of Pediatric Cardiac Sciences at Yashoda Medicity, Indirapuram, with complaints of bluish discoloration of fingernails and toes, poor weight gain, easy fatigue on walking, and recurrent hospital admissions. 
Clinical evaluation revealed an oxygen saturation of 75%, prompting further investigations including echocardiography and CT pulmonary angiography.

The child was diagnosed with Cyanotic Congenital Heart Disease known as Tetralogy of Fallot (TOF), with additional apical muscular VSD and a hypoplastic pulmonary annulus.

The patient underwent open-heart surgery called Intracardiac Repair, including closure of multiple VSDs with a transannular patch over the neopulmonary valve. The procedure was led by Dr. Abhinavsingh Chauhan, Consultant Pediatric Cardio-thoracic and Vascular Surgery. Advanced post-operative care in the Pediatric Cardiac ICU was uneventful, and post-operative echocardiography confirmed a successful repair.

The child was discharged in a stable and ambulatory condition on the 5th post-operative day, with oxygen saturation improving to 99%. This case reflects Yashoda Medicity’s expertise in managing complex pediatric cardiac conditions, combining cutting-edge surgical techniques with specialized intensive care to ensure safe, life-transforming outcomes for children.

Treatment By:
Dr. Abhinavsingh Chauhan

A challenging case of Erythroderma in a young male patient.

A 31-year-old male presented to our dermatology OPD with severe redness and flakiness of skin all over the body. The symptoms had been present for two months, with a marked worsening in the last 15 days. After a detailed history, examination, and workup, the patient was diagnosed with Erythroderma – a serious condition where there is erythema and scaling over more than 90% of the body surface area. Despite having experienced similar skin problems in the past, the patient had never received a correct diagnosis and was unaware of the underlying disorder that could have led to Erythroderma.

Given the extensive nature of skin involvement and risk of serious complications, he was admitted for detailed evaluation and prompt management. A thorough workup was performed, and appropriate medical treatment was initiated. Over the course of 7–10 days, the patient showed remarkable clinical improvement; the skin lesions resolved significantly, systemic parameters stabilized, and he was safely discharged.

Most importantly, after nearly 3–4 years of recurrent but undiagnosed skin issues, the patient was finally diagnosed with atopic dermatitis. This accurate diagnosis not only explained his longstanding symptoms but also enabled the initiation of targeted treatment and counseling regarding long-term care and preventive measures. With this approach, the patient was able to move beyond temporary symptom relief toward effective disease control and an improved quality of life.

Treatment By:
Dr. Kriti Maheshwari

A 4-year-old male child with congenital Pelvi-Ureteric Junction (PUJ) Obstruction underwent Robot-Assisted Pyeloplasty at Yashoda Medicity. The child had an excellent postoperative recovery and was discharged on postoperative day 2.

Robotic surgery offers superior precision and control, providing a significant advantage not only in cancer surgeries but also in pediatric minimally invasive procedures.

The benefits of robotic surgery over conventional techniques include smaller incisions, minimal intraoperative blood loss, enhanced surgical precision and dissection, reduced postoperative pain, and faster recovery and discharge.

The Department of Urology at Yashoda Medicity is committed to providing the highest standard of care to every patient, with special expertise in Robotic Surgery, Reconstructive Urology, Uro-Oncology, Stone Diseases, and Renal Transplant Surgeries.

Treatment By:
Dr. Vaibhav Saxena

The Department of Urology at Yashoda Medicity, Indirapuram, headed by Dr. Vaibhav Saxena, a pioneer in Robotic Urological Surgeries, has successfully performed a wide range of robotic procedures in both Urology and Uro-Oncology. Patients from across India have been successfully treated for various cancers and other urological conditions.

Among his recent notable cases was a Robotic Radical Cystectomy with Pelvic Lymph Node Dissection and Intracorporeal Urinary Diversion, performed on a patient who had travelled from Mathura for treatment. The patient had previously received neoadjuvant chemoradiation but developed a recurrence in the urinary bladder. Curative robotic surgery was deemed the best option. The patient underwent a successful procedure and was discharged on the fifth postoperative day.

Treatment By:
Dr. Vaibhav Saxena

Conquering a Complex Brain Aneurysm with Advanced Endovascular Therapy

Brain aneurysms are often described as ticking time bombs—silent, unpredictable, and potentially life-threatening if left untreated. They pose one of the most complex challenges in modern neurosurgery, requiring both precision and cutting-edge technology for successful management.

A 60-year-old woman presented with multiple episodes of severe headache, prompting her to consult Dr. Sumantao Chaterjee (Neurologist). Given the persistence and pattern of her symptoms, a brain angiography was recommended and performed by Dr. Dibya Jyoti Mahakul (Endovascular Neurosurgeon).

The imaging revealed a complex brain aneurysm, one that demanded meticulous planning due to its size, shape, location, and blood flow dynamics. After careful evaluation, the patient was offered a scarless, minimally invasive endovascular treatment. A flow diverter stent was strategically placed across the neck of the aneurysm to divert blood flow away from the aneurysm sac, promoting healing and preventing rupture. While technically challenging, the procedure was greatly aided by our state-of-the-art biplanar cath lab, equipped with advanced imaging tools like Vaso CT, CBCT, and MAFA software. These technologies ensured maximum precision, safety, and speed for both the patient and surgical team. Remarkably, the patient was discharged the very next day in a stable condition—aneurysm secured, risk averted.

Today, she is back home with her family, free from the shadow of a life-threatening condition, and ready to embrace life on her own terms.

Treatment By:
Dr. Dibya Jyoti Mahakul, Dr. Sumantao Chaterjee