Bhubaneswar, July 23 (UNI) In a major breakthrough for neurosurgery in eastern India, doctors at the Institute of Medical Sciences and SUM Hospital in Bhubaneswar have successfully removed a brain tumor using advanced cortical and subcortical brain mapping techniques.
The technique offers new hope for patients with complex brain tumors located near vital regions of the brain, such as those controlling speech and motor functions.
Dr Srikant Kumar Swain, Associate Professor in the Department of Neurosurgery at IMS and SUM Hospital, led the procedure on a young adult whose tumor was located near areas responsible for speech and motor control.
Speaking to media, Dr Swain said, “Mapping techniques were used during the procedure to precisely identify and preserve key functional areas, ensuring safe and effective tumor removal.”
The intricate surgery was performed by a multidisciplinary team led by Dr Swain, along with Dr Srimanta Pattnaik, Consultant Neurologist, and Dr Debi Prasad Mohapatra, Consultant in Neuro-Anesthesia, who played a critical role during intraoperative neurological monitoring.
Explaining the methodology, Dr. Swain noted that “cortical and subcortical brain mapping allows us to protect essential brain functions while removing high-risk tumors from eloquent areas.”
By employing direct brain stimulation and advanced intraoperative monitoring, the team was able to differentiate and safeguard brain regions responsible for movement and language.
The patient is reported to be recovering well, having retained all essential neurological functions. Post-surgery, the patient is undergoing radiotherapy, as advised following the histopathological report.
Renowned neurosurgeon Prof (Dr) Ashok Kumar Mahapatra hailed the achievement as a proud moment for Odisha.
“Cortical and subcortical brain mapping is a highly advanced neurosurgical technique. Its successful use here underscores the growing excellence of neurosurgical care in the state,” said Prof. Mahapatra, Principal Advisor (Health Sciences) at the university.
Prof (Dr) Pusparaj Samantasinghar, Medical Superintendent of the hospital, said the surgery represents a milestone in functional neurosurgery in eastern India, enabling the treatment of complex cases that earlier required referrals to major cities outside the state.
