Dr. Biswa Bhushan Dash – Expert in Large Fibroid Removal

Dr. Biswa Bhushan Dash (Dr. B. B. Dash) gained international recognition for removing a 9.4 kg uterine fibroid tumour laparoscopically in 2016. The surgery was performed at Max Super Specialty Hospital, Saket, New Delhi. It was described as the world's largest uterine fibroid removed using minimally invasive laparoscopic surgery.

Expert Profile: Dr. Biswa Bhushan Dash

• Specialization: Advanced Gynaecologic Laparoscopic & Hysteroscopic Surgeon, Infertility Specialist, and Gynae Cancer Surgeon.
• Experience: Over 25 years of practice with expertise in difficult cases including Total Laparoscopic Hysterectomy (TLH) and removal of very large uteri and fibroids.
• Education: MBBS and MD in Obstetrics & Gynecology from the All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS), New Delhi.
• Volume of Work: Performed more than 3,000 laparoscopic hysterectomies and manages complex cases referred from across India and abroad.

Key Details of the 9.4 kg Fibroid Surgery

• Case Complexity: The patient was obese, which increased surgical risks such as surgical site infection and venous thromboembolism.
• Surgery Duration: The laparoscopic surgery lasted approximately 8 hours due to the large tumour size and the patient's weight.
• Outcome: The tumour was benign and the patient was discharged on the fourth day after surgery.

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