A painter who lost his hands in a train accident underwent a successful bilateral hand transplant at Delhi’s Sir Ganga Ram Hospital. This achievement was made possible through organ donation and the dedicated efforts of a team of doctors.
The entire surgery procedure spanned over 12 hours.
Lost hands in train accident
The 45-year-old painter lost his hands in a train accident in 2020, leaving him in a state of hopelessness.
A turning point occurred when Meena Mehta, the former administrative head of schools in Delhi, was declared brain-dead.
Having pledged her organs for donation after her demise, she impacted four lives. Her kidney, liver, and corneas were donated to three individuals, while her hands brought hope to the painter.
How surgery was performed following organ donation
Despite its challenges, a team of doctors at the hospital successfully executed the surgery.
In the procedure, they meticulously connected every artery, muscle, tendon, and nerve between the painter’s arms and Mehta’s hands.
Ultimately, their concerted efforts led to a successful bilateral hand transplant, enabling the painter to once again hold a brush and pursue his artistic passion.
