Mr. Ram Sharan Lal, who had a medical history of heart disease, diabetes mellitus, and hypothyroidism, was admitted under the Ayushman panel on January 5, 2026. He arrived at the hospital in an extremely critical state, presenting with severe abdominal pain and distension, repeated vomiting, fever, and shock, all of which indicated a serious abdominal emergency accompanied by systemic infection.
Recognizing the gravity of the situation, the medical team immediately shifted the patient to the Intensive Care Unit (ICU), where aggressive resuscitation and stabilization measures were initiated. Given his advanced age and multiple co-morbidities, doctors classified the case as extremely high-risk. His cardiac condition and diabetes were carefully managed, while blood transfusions were administered to improve his condition before surgery.
On January 6, 2026, the patient underwent emergency life-saving surgery led by Dr. V. S. Solanki. During the operation, surgeons discovered a gangrenous section of the small intestine that had lost its blood supply and become non-viable. The affected portion was successfully removed, and the healthy bowel segments were reconnected. Doctors also drained large quantities of pus and infected fluid from the abdominal cavity and repaired the associated hernial defect.
Despite the severity of his condition and the complexity of the procedure, the patient responded positively to treatment. He remained under continuous monitoring in the ICU and hospital ward, where he showed steady clinical improvement. Following a successful recovery, he was discharged in stable and satisfactory condition on January 9, 2026.
Expressing gratitude after his recovery, Mr. Ram Sharan Lal and his son, Mr. Rajan Srivastava, thanked the doctors, nursing staff, and hospital management for their timely intervention, expert surgical care, and dedicated patient management that contributed to saving his life.
Commenting on the case, Dr. V. S. Solanki, Senior Surgeon at Prayag Hospital and Research Centre Pvt. Ltd., said the patient had arrived in shock with multiple co-morbidities and a severe abdominal infection, making it one of the most challenging cases. He stated that timely surgical intervention, advanced critical care support, and coordinated teamwork played a decisive role in achieving a successful outcome. He added that the hospital remains committed to delivering prompt and comprehensive care even in the most complex medical emergencies.
Pritika Singh, Chief Executive Officer of Prayag Hospitals, said that managing a critically ill elderly patient with multiple co-morbidities required exceptional coordination, rapid clinical decision-making, and advanced medical expertise. She noted that the successful outcome reflected the dedication of doctors, ICU specialists, nursing teams, and support staff working together to provide timely and compassionate healthcare. She reiterated that patient safety and quality medical care remain the institution’s highest priorities.
Doctors involved in the treatment noted that the case was particularly challenging because of the patient’s advanced age, pre-existing heart disease, diabetes mellitus, hypothyroidism, shock at admission, and severe abdominal infection caused by gangrenous intestine with peritonitis. The requirement for emergency bowel resection, blood transfusion, intensive care support, and extensive post-operative monitoring further underscored the complexity and high-risk nature of the case.
Hospital authorities stated that the successful management of the patient highlights the importance of timely diagnosis, advanced ICU support, experienced surgical expertise, and coordinated multidisciplinary treatment in handling life-threatening medical emergencies.
Prayag Hospital and Research Centre Pvt. Ltd. traces its origins to 1995 when it began as Prayag Orthopedic Centre, a dedicated clinic in Sector 29, Noida, founded by Dr. B. P. Singh. Established on the principle that service is the highest duty, the institution has evolved into a major healthcare provider focused on compassionate, ethical, and patient-centred treatment.
Today, Prayag Hospital operates as a 120-bed healthcare facility accredited by NABH and NABL. Equipped with advanced medical infrastructure and supported by experienced doctors, nurses, and healthcare professionals, the hospital offers comprehensive services in general medicine, surgery, orthopaedics, emergency care, maternal and child health, and specialized medical treatments.
Over the years, the institution has earned the trust of patients through quality healthcare services, ethical medical practices, accessible treatment options, and dedicated patient support systems. The hospital is also empanelled under various government healthcare schemes and recognized by multiple third-party administrator panels to ensure affordable and accessible healthcare for eligible families.
The successful recovery of Mr. Ram Sharan Lal stands as a testament to the hospital’s advanced emergency response capabilities, multidisciplinary medical expertise, and commitment to delivering life-saving treatment in the most critical and high-risk situations.
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