Apollo Hospital, New Delhi Review

I wanted to share an interesting & path breaking story which has made all the difference in the world of medical surgery. Here it goes -

At 93, SN Bhatt could be the oldest to get back on his feet after undergoing a pathbreaking knee-replacement surgery.

He may not be able to relive his youth when he dazzled with his stickwork on the hockey turf or ride his horse to glory. But he won't be bound to his wheelchair anymore. Bhatt will walk again, thanks to successful replacement of both his knees deformed by osteoarthritis.

He was operated upon at Apollo Hospital, New Delhi, recently and doctors claim SN Bhatt is the oldest patient to undergo knee replacement surgery.



"Earlier, my legs would be swollen. I would writhe in pain and be bedridden. Now, it is much better. I can walk on my own. I have regained my lost life," said Bhatt. There was radiance in his eyes and youthful vigour to his voice as he expressed gratitude to his doctors.The nonagenarian was diagnosed with severe arthritis of both knees a decade ago and for the last one year, he was bedridden.His condition worsened, but he did not lose hope.The surgery took three hours, double the normal time.

Bhatt can be an inspiration for thousands of senior citizens, who think they cannot undergo a major surgery.

In India, longevity of people is increasing and we now have more people living beyond 70," but older patients generally do not agree to such a surgery. This situation needs to change.Great work Apollo Hospitals