Dr. Kripamoy Nath performs Silchar’s First Endoscopic CSF Rhinorrhoea Repair at Green Heals

In a significant medical breakthrough for Silchar, Green Heals Hospital successfully conducted the first-ever endoscopic repair of CSF Rhinorrhoea in the region. The procedure was carried out by Dr Kripamoy Nath, marking a major advancement in neurosurgical treatments available locally.

Speaking to Barak Bulletin, Dr Nath explained that CSF (Cerebrospinal Fluid) Rhinorrhoea is a condition where the protective fluid surrounding the brain leaks through the nose. “It’s not a common issue, but when it occurs, it needs immediate attention. The fluid that leaks out isn’t mucus, but clear water-like Cerebrospinal Fluid,” he said. The condition can develop after trauma or due to certain infections, creating a direct link between the brain and the nasal passage, increasing the risk of serious infections like meningitis.

The patient treated at Green Heals Hospital suffered head trauma in a motorbike accident, where he wasn’t wearing a helmet. “Three weeks after the accident, he started experiencing CSF Rhinorrhoea,” Dr Nath informed. Usually, such cases are treated through open brain surgery, which involves cutting through the skull. However, the endoscopic method used by Dr Nath is minimally invasive and doesn’t leave visible scars.

According to Dr Nath, this technique significantly reduces the cost, recovery time, and risk associated with traditional brain surgery. “The procedure we performed costs only one-third of the conventional method and the patient was discharged within three days,” he stated.

CSF Rhinorrhoea occurs when a fracture or defect in the skull base allows the cerebrospinal fluid to leak through the nose. The condition can be caused by trauma, like accidents, or infections that weaken the skull base. If left untreated, it can lead to severe complications, including meningitis, brain infections, and brain abscesses.

Dr Nath stressed the importance of timely treatment. “If the leak is not repaired, it becomes an open pathway for bacteria to enter the brain through the nose, which can cause life-threatening infections,” he warned.

Previously, CSF Rhinorrhoea repairs in Silchar were only done through traditional surgical methods. The endoscopic approach, however, is a game-changer. This advanced technique eliminates the need for cutting into the skull, resulting in faster recovery and minimal post-operative discomfort.

For the people of Silchar and nearby regions, this development means they now have access to safer, more affordable treatment options for CSF Rhinorrhoea without needing to travel to larger cities. Dr Nath’s achievement has brought a new dimension to medical care in the Barak Valley, offering hope to those suffering from this condition.