Manipal Hospitals Broadway has successfully performed a complex surgery to remove a rare and deeply seated parotid tumour in 55-year-old Mizoram resident, Mrs. LallamZuali. The surgery, conducted by Dr. KinshukChatterjee and Dr. Harsh Dhar of the Head and Neck Surgical Oncology team, lasted over six hours and was completed without major complications. The tumour, measuring approximately 7 cm and extending into the parapharyngeal space, was identified as a sarcomatoid transformation of an epithelial-myoepithelial carcinoma after advanced molecular testing and imaging.
Mrs. Zuali had presented with a swelling near her left ear, ear pain, and tongue numbness. A multidisciplinary approach ensured critical nerves and blood vessels were preserved, with only minimal facial asymmetry post-surgery. Following surgery, she underwent adjuvant radiation therapy and is now recovering smoothly, resuming normal life.
In Aizawl, the case underscores the growing demand for specialized healthcare services within Mizoram. Local patients and families increasingly seek advanced treatment options at regional centers like Manipal Hospitals Broadway, reflecting confidence in high-quality care close to home and boosting the hospital’s reputation as a premier destination for complex oncological procedures in the Northeast. This successful intervention highlights Manipal Hospitals Broadway’s capability in handling rare and aggressive head and neck cancers with world-class expertise.
