- 18-Year-Old Patient Suffering from Osteoid Osteoma for Over a Year Successfully Treated Using Advanced Minimally Invasive Radiofrequency Ablation
Ahmedabad 27 November 2024: HCG Hospitals Ahmedabad has set a new benchmark in healthcare by successfully performing Gujarat’s first-ever minimally invasive navigation-guided Radiofrequency Ablation (RFA) for the treatment of Osteoid Osteoma, a type of non-cancerous bone tumor. This pioneering procedure, leveraging cutting-edge navigation technology, performed by Dr. Mayur Kamani, Ortho-Onco Surgeon, and Dr.Rozil Gandhi, Interventional Radiologist, highlights HCG Hospitals Ahmedabad’s leadership in employing advanced, patient-focused treatments that redefine traditional approaches to tumor care.
The 18-year-old patient, hailing from Vadodara, had been experiencing excessive pelvic discomfort for over a year, with the pain intensifying at night. Despite consultations with several specialists in his hometown, the underlying cause of his condition remained undiagnosed. After undergoing comprehensive diagnostic imaging at HCG Hospitals Ahmedabad—including X-rays, CT scans, and MRI—doctors identified an Osteoid Osteoma located in the pelvic region, a rare occurrence as these tumors are typically found in long bones. For this complex condition, the medical team opted for navigation-guided Radiofrequency Ablation (RFA)—a state-of-the-art, minimally invasive procedure that utilizes high-frequency electrical currents to generate heat and precisely target and destroy tumor cells, ensuring minimal disruption to surrounding healthy tissue.
Explaining the procedure, Dr. Mayur Kamani, Ortho Onco Surgeon at HCG Hospitals Ahmedabad, said, “When Tirth presented to us, he had been suffering from severe, localized pain that had been affecting his quality of life. The tumor’s location in the pelvic bone made it more complex, as it was surrounded by vital structures. Hence, we opted for navigation-guided Radiofrequency Ablation because it allowed us to accurately target the tumor while minimizing risks and avoiding the need for extensive surgical intervention.
Using this method, we inserted a needle electrode through a small incision, which was guided directly to the tumor site. Once positioned, high-frequency heat was applied to the tumor, effectively ablating it while preserving the surrounding bone and tissues. Unlike traditional surgery, which often requires the removal of surrounding bone, this approach is minimally invasive, ensuring a quicker recovery time and fewer complications.
The patient experienced immediate relief from pain and was able to return to normal activities within days. Follow-up care confirmed complete recovery, with no complications or pain remaining, significantly improving his quality of life.”
Dr.Rozil Gandhi, Interventional Radiologist at HCG Hospitals Ahmedabad, highlighted the significance of this breakthrough, stating, “Navigation-guided Radiofrequency Ablation (RFA) is a transformative advancement in the treatment of benign bone tumors, and HCG Hospitals Ahmedabad is at the forefront of bringing this innovation to Gujarat. By combining exceptional precision with enhanced safety, this cutting-edge technology offers patients faster recovery times and minimal discomfort. This milestone case exemplifies HCG’s commitment to leveraging advanced medical technologies to not only improve patient outcomes but also redefine the future of cancer care, ensuring world-class treatment is accessible closer to home.”
Sharing his journey, the patient added, “For over a year, I struggled with severe pain that made even the simplest tasks unbearable. Visiting HCG Hospitals Ahmedabad was life changing. The doctors’ thorough diagnosis and their ability to precisely identify the issue gave me the reassurance I desperately needed.The treatment itself was quick and effective, and the team’s expertise made all the difference. Today, I’m completely pain-free and back to living my life—something I thought might never happen again.”
This milestone highlights HCG Hospitals Ahmedabad’s firm commitment to delivering world-class healthcare solutions and advancing the boundaries of medical science, bringing innovative treatments closer to patients in Gujarat.
