CARE Hospitals doctors save thalassemia patient from possible paralysis

A 34-year-old Manikonda resident with beta thalassemia regained mobility after doctors at CARE Hospitals, Hitech City performed a complex spine surgery. The procedure removed abnormal tissue pressing on the spinal cord, preventing possible paralysis and restoring his ability to walk

Hyderabad: A 34-year-old resident of Manikonda, who was gradually losing his ability to walk due to a rare complication of thalassemia, has regained mobility after doctors at CARE Hospitals, Hitech City, performed a complex spine surgery that prevented possible paralysis.

Surfaraz Takkalapalli, a known case of beta thalassemia, had been struggling with worsening balance and walking difficulties for the past several weeks. There was also a recent onset of loss of urinary control. Concerned about his deteriorating condition, he sought specialised care at CARE Hospitals.

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Doctors found that abnormal blood-forming tissue around his spine was pressing on the spinal cord, the structure that carries signals between the brain and the rest of the body. While thalassemia primarily affects the blood, in rare cases the body may produce blood-forming tissue outside the bone marrow, doctors said.

The patient underwent a complex spine surgery to remove the abnormal tissue and relieve pressure on the spinal cord. The procedure was performed by Dr Goparaju Praveen, Consultant Orthopaedic Spine Surgeon. Following the surgery, the patient recovered well with appropriate treatment and rehabilitation. His balance improved significantly, and he was able to walk more comfortably and independently.