In a rare and challenging medical case, the doctors of Ispat General Hospital (IGH) of SAIL, Rourkela Steel Plant, have successfully removed a massive uterine tumor weighing about 6 kg from a 36-year-old woman.
The patient, Ms. Manjuta Soreng of Bankibahal, Mandira Dam area, had been suffering from intermittent abdominal pain and swelling for the past two months. After thorough investigations including ultrasound, CT scan and cancer-related tests, she was provisionally diagnosed with a suspected uterine or ovarian tumor.
The complex surgery was carried out on September 6, 2025, by a dedicated medical team led by Dr. Byasadev Mishra, Senior Consultant (M&HS) with the support of Dr. Divya E Kuardar and Dr. Chanchal, under the supervision of HOD (OG) Dr. Prativa Sadangi, CMO (M&HS). Senior anaesthetists Dr. B.K. Naik, Dr. Shekhar, and Dr. Prantika provided crucial anaesthesia support, while Sister Rasna assisted in the procedure. During the surgery, the patient received one unit of blood transfusion.
A huge uterine tumor of size 30 x 25 x 20 cm was successfully removed. The patient has shown steady recovery after the operation.
The successful outcome is a testimony to the expertise, teamwork, and advanced facilities available at Ispat General Hospital, which continues to serve not only employees of RSP but also people of the entire region under various government health schemes including the Ayushman Bharat.
