‘Patient fell asleep mid-surgery. What happened next taught me a vital lesson’
Dr. Sawhney encountered Anil, a patient with balance issues, blurred vision, and robotic speech. Initial diagnosis pointed to a brainstem tumor, but a biopsy revealed a rare case of tuberculosis in the brainstem alongside the tumor. Treatment for both conditions, including a VP shunt, led to Anil's steady recovery, highlighting the importance of considering multiple diagnoses.
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