Liver Laceration Repair Treatment in India

Karan Das, a 42-year-old construction site...

Karan Das, a 42-year-old construction site supervisor and father of two, was rushed to the emergency department after a heavy steel beam fell and struck his right side. He had severe, sharp abdominal pain that worsened with movement. A CT scan revealed a Grade III liver laceration with active bleeding. Dr. Sharma, the surgical gastroenterologist on call, explained that while some liver injuries can heal on their own, Karan's active hemorrhage required surgical intervention to control the bleeding and repair the torn liver tissue to prevent life-threatening complications. In the operating room, Dr. Sharma performed a laparotomy, sutured the laceration, and used a specialized mesh to bolster the repair. The surgery lasted three hours. Post-procedure, Karan spent two days in the ICU for close monitoring. His recovery was slow and painful, requiring a month of rest at home. He was anxious about providing for his family and feared permanent weakness. However, after six weeks of gradual improvement, follow-up scans showed excellent healing. Karan's relief was profound. He shifted to a site safety manager role, his gratitude for a second chance mingled with a new, deep-seated caution about life's fragility.