For two long years, Ali Jawad endured debilitating back pain and
deformity that turned his life upside down. Despite months of medication, the
pain persisted, leaving him unable to perform even the simplest daily tasks.
After extensive investigations, including X-rays, MRIs, and blood tests, the
diagnosis became clear—he was suffering from spinal tuberculosis (Pott’s
Disease). The infection had destroyed two vertebrae in his thoracic spine,
causing severe kyphosis (spinal deformity) and unrelenting pain.
A Complex, Life-Changing Surgery.
Given the complexity of his condition, immediate action was needed to prevent further damage. The patient was first put on anti-TB medication to halt the progression of the disease. Then, on November 28, 2023, a team of expert surgeons performed a highly complex procedure known as posterior vertebral column resection with screw fixation. This surgery, rarely performed in most hospitals across Afghanistan, was a delicate and challenging operation designed to remove the damaged vertebrae, realign the spine, and stabilize it using screws.
The surgery was a resounding success. The patient's pain was relieved, and his spinal deformity was corrected. This intricate and advanced procedure not only addressed the infection but restored his physical function and quality of life.
A New Beginning
At his follow-up visit, Ali Jawad and his family were overjoyed. He was pain-free, his spine was straightened, and he was able to return to his daily routine without any limitations. His parents expressed their immense gratitude for the life-changing treatment, which had not only relieved their son's suffering but had given him his life back.
Shining with relief and joy, Ali Jawad now walks tall, free from pain and deformity, embracing a future full of possibilities that once seemed impossible. His remarkable recovery stands as a testament to the power of modern medicine and the expertise of the surgical team, bringing hope to others facing similar battles.
