A specialized medical team at Dr. Sulaiman Al Habib Specialized Hospital successfully removed a complex tumor from a 16-year-old patient who had been suffering from a tumor extending along the spine into the thoracic cavity. The tumor, which had reached 13 cm in size, posed a threat to the patient's health. The operation was performed using advanced thoracoscopic techniques.
Tumor removal surgery
In a statement, Dr. Suha Kaaki, a consultant in thoracic and esophageal surgery, who holds the Canadian and American boards in general surgery, said: “Upon the patient’s arrival at the hospital, he underwent a CT scan, which revealed a tumor mass along the spine in the posterior thoracic cavity. After examining all the data, we made an urgent decision to perform surgical intervention to avoid further complications.”
complex surgery
Dr. Suha explained that the three-hour operation used advanced thoracoscopic techniques to completely remove the tumor. She added, "This is a complex surgery, as the tumor was freed from the surrounding tissue adhesions and completely removed without any complications."
Successful operation and quick recovery
Dr. Suha noted that the operation was a success, with the patient transferred to the hospital ward after the procedure and able to leave the hospital the next day in good health.
Dr. Sulaiman Al Habib Hospital's capabilities
Dr. Suha concluded her statement by saying, "The success of this operation reflects the extensive capabilities provided by Dr. Sulaiman Al Habib Hospital, both in terms of modern equipment and specialized competencies across all medical specialties. The hospital provides an advanced medical environment that helps us handle even the most difficult cases with high efficiency and professionalism."
