Two complex spine surgeries — one on an elderly woman and the other on a teenager — were successfully performed at a city hospital in the first week of January. The first patient, a 67-year-old homemaker, had been suffering from debilitating spinal pain for several months. ADVERTISEMENTShe underwent a minimally invasive keyhole tubular lumbar fusion surgery, a technique designed to minimise tissue damage while ensuring spinal stability. Minimally invasive spinal surgery allows speedy recovery and prompt mobilisation for elderly patients, especially those with comorbidities.... The second case shows that early diagnosis and intervention can prevent permanent paralysis,” said Anindya Basu, clinical lead of spine surgery, at the hospital.

Source: The Telegraph January 30, 2026 02:18 UTC