PGIMER Chandigarh, January 23:
PGIMER Team Led by Prof. Dhandapani SS Achieves Three Recent Milestones in Minimally Invasive and Endoscopic Neurosurgery with 3 World-First Publications
The Team PGIMER led by Prof. Dhandapani SS has made groundbreaking advancements in the field of neurosurgery with the publication of three world-first minimally invasive and endoscopic techniques in esteemed medical journals.
In a recent publication in the “Journal of Clinical Neuroscience,” Neurosurgeons Prof. Dhandapani SS and Dr. Sushant Sahoo, along with ENT surgeon Prof. Rijuneeta, reported the successful endonasal endoscopy for a giant pituitary tumor with conchal and dysplastic nasal sinuses in a patient of Acromegaly. This pioneering technique involved the creation of a bony tunnel using a drill under angled endoscopic visualization assisted by navigation, resulting in the successful removal of the tumor.
Furthermore, the team also published in the journal Operative Neurosurgery the world’s first technical report of endoscopic skull base surgery through the nose for a large craniopharyngioma in a child as young as 16 months. Utilizing micro instruments and smaller profile endoscopes, they achieved a remarkable feat in the field of pediatric neurosurgery.
Additionally, Prof. Dhandapani’s publication in “World Neurosurgery” detailed the world’s first minimally invasive spine fixation for a complete dislocation of the spine at the mid-back, a rare and challenging injury that typically results in paralysis of the limbs. The innovative technique involved O-arm-based percutaneous screws and a unique rod insertion method, offering a less invasive approach to achieving spinal fixation.
These groundbreaking publications highlight the expertise and innovation of the PGIMER team under Prof. Dhandapani SS, positioning them as leaders in the field of neurosurgery and paving the way for future advancements in minimally invasive and endoscopic techniques.
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