Medical professionals in Moscow performed a lower body amputation on a patient in a life-saving procedure.
In the Siberian city of Khanty-Mansiysk, a 47-year-old man underwent a life-saving amputation surgery, as reported by NTV channel. This unique operation, performed under artificial circulation and cardiac arrest, marked a significant milestone in the man's battle against his health challenges.
The complex procedure was carried out by a team of skilled Russian doctors, led by the head of the department, Kirill Borzov. Borzov stated that similar operations have been performed fewer than 70 times worldwide, highlighting the rarity and complexity of the surgery.
The man from Khanty-Mansiysk had developed osteomyelitis and skin cancer due to his lack of mobility. Over time, his condition deteriorated, and doctors in Moscow performed an amputation as a last resort to halt an ongoing cancer process.
Despite the challenging circumstances, the operation was successful, and the man is currently undergoing rehabilitation. He plans to return to an active life, including driving and taking his wife on vacation.
Meanwhile, in a separate incident, 43-year-old Sergei Filimonenko underwent a unique operation at the Blokhin Cancer Center in Moscow. Filimonenko, who had been paralyzed below the waist since a car accident at the age of 19, developed skin cancer due to his lack of mobility.
Doctors warned that amputation was his only chance of survival, as he wouldn't live more than three months otherwise. Despite his disability, Filimonenko had built a house, run a business, engaged in sports, and drove a car. His story is a testament to his indomitable spirit and determination.
While amputations as a last-resort treatment for certain cancers are sometimes necessary, exact figures on their frequency and survival rates in Russia are not currently available. General medical literature shows that major amputations have high mortality rates, but advances in immunotherapy and limb-sparing treatments have improved outcomes in related cancers like osteosarcoma.
It's worth noting that, globally and likely in Russia, the 5-year survival rates after major amputations are generally poor, with mortality rates around 57%. However, the survival outcomes for cancer patients who undergo amputation depend strongly on cancer type, stage, treatment options, and patient health.
In a remarkable display of medical expertise, Russian doctors have demonstrated their ability to save lives through complex and unique surgeries. The stories of the 47-year-old man in Khanty-Mansiysk and Sergei Filimonenko serve as inspiring examples of human resilience and the power of modern medicine.
[1] New therapies like dendritic cell immunotherapy can increase survival and limb preservation rates, reducing the need for amputation. [4] The 5-year survival rates after major amputations (proximal to the ankle) are generally poor, with mortality rates around 57%, which is second only to lung cancer mortality (80%) in seriousness. [5] There is an elevated mortality rate associated with amputation in general, and this is relevant to cancer patients where amputation is performed as a last resort for controlling spread or pain.
- The 47-year-old man from Khanty-Mansiysk, after battling osteomyelitis and skin cancer, underwent a life-saving amputation surgery as a last resort for controlling the spread of cancer.
- The medical-conditions of both the man and Sergei Filimonenko were severe; they developed skin cancer due to lack of mobility, highlighting the need for early detection and health-and-wellness awareness.
- The successful application of therapies-and-treatments like dendritic cell immunotherapy can reduce the need for amputations, potentially improving the survival rates for cancer patients, as noted in the stories of the two men.
