Groundbreaking Laparoscopic Surgery Sets New Record in Mandi
Historic Medical Achievement in Mandi
Munish Sood
Mandi
A team of medical professionals at a private hospital in Mandi has achieved a significant milestone by successfully excising a massive 5.21-kilogram uterine fibroid using purely laparoscopic techniques. This accomplishment is being celebrated as a national record in the realm of minimally invasive gynecological surgery.
The intricate procedure took place on January 7, 2026, at Mandav Hospital in Gutkar. A woman who had endured years of severe abdominal swelling, heavy menstrual bleeding, and intense pelvic pressure finally received relief from a condition that had drastically impacted her quality of life.
Medical evaluations indicated that the fibroid had expanded to the size of a full-term pregnancy, significantly altering the pelvic structure and putting pressure on adjacent organs. Given the fibroid's extraordinary size and the associated risks, surgical intervention became essential.
A High-Risk Case, Handled with Precision
Due to the tumor's size and the complexity of the case, the medical team chose an advanced laparoscopic method over traditional open surgery. This decision required exceptional surgical skill and careful planning.
The operation, which lasted nearly three hours, was led by Dr. Uday Bhanu Rana, a senior gynecologist and expert in advanced laparoscopic surgery, along with a highly skilled multidisciplinary team.
During the surgery, the team encountered several challenges, including:
• Severely distorted pelvic anatomy
• Extremely limited working space
• Excessive blood supply to the enlarged uterus
• High risk of bleeding and organ injury
Despite these obstacles, the surgical team successfully completed the procedure using advanced 3D laparoscopic visualization, meticulous dissection, and precise de-vascularization techniques, all without any intra-operative or post-operative complications.
A New National Benchmark
According to existing medical literature, the largest uterine fibroid previously removed laparoscopically in India weighed approximately 4.5 kilograms. The 5.21-kilogram fibroid excised in Mandi now establishes a new national benchmark and ranks among the largest pure laparoscopic fibroid removals documented globally.
Experts in the medical field assert that this achievement illustrates how modern technology, paired with surgical expertise, can expand the possibilities of minimally invasive surgery, providing safer treatment options and quicker recovery times for patients.
Team Effort Behind the Success
Dr. Rana was supported by a highly experienced surgical team, which included:
• A fellow gynecologist
• A senior anesthetist
• Dedicated OT nursing staff
• Skilled operation theatre assistants
Their seamless collaboration was crucial to the success of this remarkable procedure.
A Surgeon of National Standing
Dr. Uday Bhanu Rana is a senior gynecologist with over 14 years of experience in advanced laparoscopic and minimally invasive gynecological surgery. He specializes in endometriosis, complex pelvic surgeries, and gynecologic oncology, having performed more than 10,000 laparoscopic procedures, including over 8,000 complex surgeries.
Previously affiliated with leading government institutions, he is currently practicing at Mandav Hospital, Gutkar.
A New Dawn for the Patient — and for Medical Science
This surgery has provided the patient with a renewed sense of life. For the medical community, it signifies a pivotal moment that underscores India’s advancing role in sophisticated surgical care.
This historic operation not only establishes a new national record but also demonstrates that with expertise, technology, and determination, even the most intricate surgical challenges can be addressed through minimally invasive methods, offering patients safer treatment and faster recovery.