A surgical procedure was conducted last week at the Trincomalee hospital in the eastern region of the country. A 55-year-old patient was admitted to the facility following a stroke. During the course of his care, medical staff observed that the patient was experiencing difficulty with urination, which led to the discovery of bladder stones.
Surgeons successfully removed the bladder stone. The stone was described as being substantial in size, reportedly weighing approximately the same as a premature baby and being comparable in size to a turkey. Dr.
Pragalathanas Balakrishnanas, who led the operation, stated that, based on available data, this represents the largest bladder stone ever surgically removed. He provided an update on the patient’s recovery, noting that the 55-year-old individual’s current health condition is “very good.” The successful removal of this large stone marks a significant medical event for the hospital. The case highlights the complications that can arise following acute health episodes.
While the patient was initially treated for a stroke, the subsequent investigation revealed the presence of the unusual bladder stone. The successful intervention underscores the expertise of the medical team in managing complex urological issues, providing a positive outcome for the patient in his recovery year.
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