TEZPUR: In a groundbreaking medical achievement, a team of skilled Orthopaedic surgeons in Tezpur has successfully reconstructed a patient’s 5th metacarpal bone using a 3D printed biomedical scaffold. This procedure marks a significant milestone not only for the region but also for the entire field of Orthopaedic surgery.
The surgery was conducted at Tezpur Medical College & Hospital (TMCH) in the Sonitpur district on October 10 under the patronship of Professor Karuna Hazarika, Principal-cum-Chief Superintendent, where a multidisciplinary team of Orthopaedic surgeons comprising the Head of the Department Prof Dr Chinmoy Das, Dr Partha Pratim Das, Dr Kalatan Mohanta, an Anaesthesiology team including Dr P Hazarika and Dr. Ananta Hazarika, and Bio-Mechanical Engineers Professor (Dr) Vikramjit Kakati and Shreeprasad Manohar, Sidartha Bora from Assam Don Bosco University, Guwahati, collaborated to execute the first-of-its-kind procedure.
Talking to The Sentinel, Dr Partha Pratim Das informed that the patient was suffering from Enchondroma of the whole 5th Metacarpal bone of the left hand. Traditionally, such disorders have presented challenges for surgeons due to the intricate nature of the metacarpal bones and the limited options for reconstruction. However, with the advent of 3D printing technology in the medical field, the team was able to excise the diseased bone and create a customized biomedical scaffold that perfectly matched the patient’s anatomy, Dr Partha added.
The 3D-printed scaffold was fabricated using a biocompatible material that promotes bone regeneration. This innovative approach allowed for a precise fit and seamless integration with the surrounding tissues. The procedure not only restored the structural integrity of the hand but also ensured optimal functionality, enabling the patient to regain normal hand movements.
Professor Dr Chinmoy Das, the lead surgeon on the case, expressed great satisfaction with the outcome of the surgery, stating, “This procedure represents a significant leap forward in the field of Orthopaedics. The use of 3D-printed biomedical scaffolds opens up new avenues for treating complex hand injuries and tumorous conditions and offers patients a chance at a full recovery.”
The success of this surgery has garnered attention from the medical community across the country and is expected to inspire further research and development in the field of Orthopaedic surgery and 3D printing technology. The patient is now on the path to recovery and is expected to regain full functionality of the hand in the coming months. This ground-breaking achievement highlights the potential of innovative technologies to revolutionize the field of medicine, offering hope to patients facing tumorous conditions and complex musculoskeletal injuries.
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