Expert surgeons at GAMZ (Gambit Institute of Medical Sciences) have successfully fused the complex facial bone structure of a road accident patient. In this surgery that took place on Tuesday, the doctors of the Department of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery restored the structure and balance of the patient's face using modern medical methods. Accidents of this nature usually cause severe damage to the jaw and skull, requiring highly skilled surgeons and advanced equipment.

Located in the rural areas of Sindh, this institution has once again proved that it is capable of providing complex medical facilities at par with big cities. Earlier, such patients had to be shifted to Karachi or Lahore, where the costs of private hospitals were beyond the reach of the common man. The provision of such treatment in Gambit is bringing great relief to the poor and needy sections, who cannot afford expensive treatment.

Modern treatment facilities at Gambit Institute

Facial reconstruction is a highly sophisticated procedure that uses tiny titanium plates and screws. The surgical team brought the bones back to their original position and fixed them at the right angle so that the patient would not have any difficulty in speaking or eating in the future. If not treated in time, the facial disfigurement can become permanent and may even threaten vision.

What you should do in case of accidents

If your loved one is involved in a serious road accident and suffers a face or head injury, take the following precautions:

  • First keep the patient's airway clear as a jaw fracture can cause difficulty breathing.
  • Avoid moving the patient without medical assistance in case of severe neck or head injury.
  • Immediately transfer the patient to the nearest major hospital or trauma center where specialist doctors are available.

What to expect next

Medical circles are insisting that such surgical units be set up in other district headquarters of Sindh to reduce the patient burden at Gambit. The government is continuing to provide funds and training of doctors for further improvement in this sector.