Suhail Rather

Bandipora, Jan 8(KNS): In a significant advancement for secondary-level healthcare in North Kashmir, District Hospital Bandipora has successfully performed its first-ever MIPH (Minimally Invasive Procedure for Haemorrhoids), also known as Stapled Haemorrhoidectomy, marking a major milestone in the hospital’s surgical capabilities.

The advanced procedure was performed by Dr. Bashir, Consultant Surgeon, with anesthetic support provided by Dr. Mohammad Fateh Iqbal Khan, Consultant Anesthetist, and the dedicated Operation Theatre staff. The entire procedure was conducted under the direct supervision of Dr. Mukhtar Ahmad Malla, reflecting a coordinated and skilled team effort.

MIPH (Stapled Haemorrhoidectomy) is a modern minimally invasive surgical technique that offers several advantages over conventional haemorrhoid surgery, including significantly reduced postoperative pain, minimal blood loss, shorter hospital stay, and faster patient recovery.Click Here To Follow Our WhatsApp ChannelIts successful introduction at District Hospital Bandipora represents a crucial step toward strengthening advanced surgical care at the district level.

The availability of this procedure locally is expected to substantially benefit patients by reducing the need for referrals to tertiary care hospitals, thereby saving time, expenses, and inconvenience for patients and their families.

The hospital administration lauded the professionalism, teamwork, and dedication of the surgical, anesthesia, and OT teams in achieving this accomplishment. Officials reiterated that District Hospital Bandipora remains committed to continual upgradation of healthcare services and the introduction of modern medical and surgical interventions for the welfare of the local population. (KNS)