GBH General Hospital Removes 378 mm Abdominal Cyst from 24-Year-Old Man in Three-Hour Surgery
Udaipur, October 28, 2026 (Udaipur Kiran): Doctors at GBH General Hospital in Udaipur have successfully removed a 378 mm cyst from the abdomen of a 24-year-old man who had been suffering from abdominal pain for 12 years. A second cyst measuring 99 mm was also found near his enlarged spleen.
The patient had repeatedly mistaken his abdominal pain for gas-related problems and had been taking antacid medicines on an empty stomach. However, as his abdominal swelling and discomfort increased, he consulted the hospital’s gastroenterology department.
A CT scan revealed a 378 mm cyst near the liver and another cyst measuring 99 mm near the spleen. The cysts had affected nearly 80% of the abdominal area.
Three-Hour Surgery Successfully Removes Cyst
Dr. Akanksha Soni, a gastroenterology and hepatobiliary surgeon at GBH General Hospital, performed the surgery, which lasted around three hours.
The complex procedure was carried out by Dr. Soni with Dr. Pashupat Bhanuda, anaesthesia specialists Dr. Rajendra Sharma and Dr. Kunal, and operating theatre nurses Rajeshwari and Sandeep.
The cyst was identified as a hydatid cyst, a condition caused by a parasitic infection. Following the operation, the patient’s condition improved rapidly. He was discharged from the hospital on the third day after recovering well.
How Does Hydatid Cyst Infection Spread?
A hydatid cyst develops due to a parasitic infection and can affect organs such as the liver. Humans can become infected through contact with infected dogs or other animals, or by consuming food or water contaminated with their faeces.
Symptoms may not be obvious in the early stages, which can leave patients unaware of the condition for a long time. In this case, the patient had experienced abdominal pain for 12 years before the underlying condition was identified.
Delayed Treatment Can Lead to Serious Complications
Medical information indicates that untreated hydatid cysts can increase the risk of infection and other serious complications, particularly when the liver is affected.
If a cyst ruptures, its contents may spread within the body and trigger a severe allergic reaction or other complications. Delayed diagnosis and treatment can make the patient’s condition more complicated.
In this case, timely medical evaluation and surgery helped prevent potentially serious complications and supported the patient’s recovery.
FAQ Section
1. What surgery was performed at GBH General Hospital in Udaipur?
Doctors removed a large abdominal hydatid cyst measuring 378 mm from a 24-year-old man.
2. How long did the patient suffer from abdominal pain?
The patient had reportedly been experiencing abdominal pain for 12 years.
3. How large was the cyst near the liver?
The cyst near the liver measured 378 mm.
4. Was another cyst found during the examination?
Yes, a second cyst measuring 99 mm was found near the spleen.
5. How long did the operation take?
The surgery lasted approximately three hours.
6. What is a hydatid cyst?
A hydatid cyst is a cyst caused by a parasitic infection that can affect organs such as the liver.
7. How can hydatid cyst infection spread to humans?
Infection can occur through contact with infected animals or through food and water contaminated with infected animal faeces.
8. When was the patient discharged after surgery?
The patient was discharged on the third day after surgery following an improvement in his condition.
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