A 40-year-old woman from Baghdad, Iraq, had been suffering from persistent neck pain, dizziness, and disturbed sleep for the past two months. Following a previous surgery for an odontoid fracture in her home country, her symptoms had worsened. Seeking a solution, she turned to Dr. Hitesh Garg, a renowned spine surgeon at Artemis Hospital, Gurgaon.
Diagnosis and Examination
Upon a thorough examination, Dr. Garg diagnosed her with a surgically intervened odontoid non-union fracture. This condition occurs when a fractured bone fails to heal properly, leading to instability and pain.
Complex Revision Surgery
Given the complexity of the case, Dr. Garg recommended a revision surgery involving the removal of the previous implant and stabilization of the C1-C2 vertebrae with bone grafting. The procedure aimed to restore the stability of the cervical spine and alleviate her symptoms.
Post Surgery
The surgery was a success. She recovered well and was discharged from the hospital after 2 days. She is now back in Iraq, enjoying a significantly improved quality of life, free from the debilitating pain and discomfort that had plagued her.
This case highlights the expertise of the spine surgery team at Artemis Hospital and their ability to manage complex spinal conditions. By providing advanced surgical techniques and personalized care, they have helped numerous patients from around the world regain their health and well-being.