Dr. Biswa Bhushan Dash – Expert in Large Fibroid Removal
Dr. Biswa Bhushan Dash (Dr. B. B. Dash) gained international recognition for
removing a 9.4 kg uterine fibroid tumour laparoscopically in 2016.
The surgery was performed at Max Super Specialty Hospital, Saket, New Delhi.
It was described as the world's largest uterine fibroid removed using minimally invasive laparoscopic surgery.
Expert Profile: Dr. Biswa Bhushan Dash
Specialization: Advanced Gynaecologic Laparoscopic & Hysteroscopic Surgeon, Infertility Specialist, and Gynae Cancer Surgeon.
Experience: Over 25 years of practice with expertise in difficult cases including
Total Laparoscopic Hysterectomy (TLH) and removal of very large uteri and fibroids.
Education: MBBS and MD in Obstetrics & Gynecology from the
All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS), New Delhi.
Volume of Work: Performed more than 3,000 laparoscopic hysterectomies
and manages complex cases referred from across India and abroad.
Key Details of the 9.4 kg Fibroid Surgery
Case Complexity: The patient was obese, which increased surgical risks such as
surgical site infection and venous thromboembolism.
Surgery Duration: The laparoscopic surgery lasted approximately 8 hours
due to the large tumour size and the patient's weight.
Outcome: The tumour was benign and the patient was discharged on the
fourth day after surgery.
