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India’s First Minimally Invasive Endoscopic Brain Surgery Saves 78-Year-Old
A 78-year-old man admitted to Apollo Specialty Hospitals, Nellore, with sudden altered sensorium and left-sided paralysis, was diagnosed with life-threatening brain clots requiring urgent medical intervention. Led by Dr. Venkat, a groundbreaking 4-hour minimally invasive endoscopic brain surgery, the first of its kind in India, successfully removed the clots, leading to the patient's rapid recovery. He was taken off the ventilator within hours and regained consciousness shortly after, being discharged in stable condition just three days later. This pioneering surgery highlights Apollo Hospitals' cutting-edge expertise and sets a new benchmark for brain surgery in India, reflecting the hospital’s commitment to world-class healthcare.
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