Live Cockroach Removed from Man’s Small Intestine in Fortis Hospital Procedure

Under modern endoscopic methods, a 23-year-old man underwent a successful operation at Fortis Hospital, Vasant Kunj, where a live cockroach was extracted from his small intestine in a remarkable medical event. The single ten-minute operation attracted notice because of its unique character and the quick intervention that avoided perhaps fatal consequences.

After three days of extreme stomach pain, trouble digesting meals, and painful bloating, the young guy had seen a doctor. He first blamed the symptoms on indigestion, but as things got worse he visited the hospital to receive a true diagnosis.

Examining further, Senior Consultant in Gastroenterology, Dr. Shubham Vatsya advised an Upper Gastrointestinal (GI) Endoscopy, a technique whereby internal problems could be seen by passing a flexible tube with a camera into the digestive tract. The endoscopy found shockingly a live cockroach stuck in the patient's small intestine.

The find shocked and unsettled me. Usually connected with filthy settings, cockroach infestations are not immediately evident how the insect got into the patient's digestive tract even if he had lately eaten street food. Dr. Vatsya speculated that the cockroach might have been consumed unintentionally during the dinner or perhaps when the man was asleep.

Dr. Vatsya claims if left untreated, a foreign substance such as a cockroach in the colon could cause major problems including infections, intestinal obstruction, or other life-threatening conditions. The technique was absolutely necessary given the possible risk the cockroach could cause additional inside damage.

Using a sophisticated endoscopic method with a specialised endoscope with dual channels, the Fortis Hospital medical team While the second channel created suction to properly extract the cockroach, one channel was utilised to infuse air and water to help dislocate the bug. The cockroach was effectively eliminated in about ten minutes without resorting to intrusive surgery.

In such situations, Dr. Vatsya underlined the need of early action and underlined that postponing treatment could have caused the patient major health concerns. "This was a case of foreign body intake in the gastrointestinal tract, which if not treated quickly can lead to major outcomes such infection or obstruction," he said.

The patient was released soon after recovery and stated to be in stable state following the operation. The incident reminds us to be careful when eating street food and to be alert about food hygiene, Dr. Vatsya recommended. Although many people find street food to be a quick and easy choice, occasionally improper preparation or storage can cause infection issues.

"Although this would seem to be an isolated or rare occurrence, it emphasises the need of appropriate food safety and awareness," said Dr. Vatsya. "Occasional foreign objects like insects can find their way into food and cause digestive problems and other health concerns."

The medical staff also provided information on preventative steps meant to stop such events. Key elements in lowering the danger of infection are correct washing of fruits and vegetables, making sure food is cooked properly, and keeping personal cleanliness. People should also be careful when eating in settings where one doubts cleanliness.

This instance not only clarifies a rare medical issue but also emphasises the need of getting medical assistance for digestive disorders before they become more major health hazards.

The patient avoided a possibly dangerous scenario thanks in part to the team at Fortis Hospital's quick reaction and superior technology they used.

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