Knife removed from spine, Saif Ali Khan recovering after surgery, says hospital
Saif Ali Khan, who was attacked by an intruder at his residence early Thursday morning, underwent a series of surgeries and procedures and is now out of danger, doctors at Lilavati Hospital said.
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The 54-year-old actor is on the path to recovery following a series of surgeries to address critical injuries sustained during an attack by an intruder at his Bandra residence. (File)A knife lodged dangerously close to actor Saif Ali Khan’s thoracic spine was successfully removed during neurosurgery, authorities at Lilavati Hospital in Mumbai’s Bandra said on Thursday.
The 54-year-old actor is on the path to recovery following a series of surgeries to address critical injuries sustained during an attack by an intruder at his Bandra residence early Thursday morning. Khan, who was admitted to Lilavati Hospital at 3 am, also underwent procedures to repair additional wounds on his left hand and neck.
Dr Niraj Uttamani, Chief Operating Officer of Lilavati Hospital, said Khan is now stable and assured the media that the surgeries were performed with precision. “Fortunately, the injuries, while deep, were managed very well by our medical team. Khan is in the ICU but is recovering steadily. We anticipate shifting him to the general ward in a day or two,” he said.
Dr Nitin Dange, the neurosurgeon leading the critical spinal surgery, elaborated on the complexities of the procedure. “The knife lodged in the thoracic spine caused a major injury, including a leak in the spinal fluid. We successfully removed the foreign object and repaired the spinal damage to prevent further complications. It was a delicate operation, requiring coordinated efforts from our team,” he said.
In addition to the spinal surgery, the plastic surgery team led by Dr Leena Jain repaired deep wounds on Khan’s left hand and the right side of his neck. The injuries, inflicted by sharp objects, required intricate stitching and tissue repair. “Given the nature of these wounds, our priority was to ensure proper healing and minimise the risk of scarring,” Dr Jain explained.
Throughout the procedures, Khan was closely monitored by Dr Srinivas Kudwa, a cardiologist, to ensure he remained stable under anaesthesia. “The coordination between departments was key to the success of these surgeries. We are pleased to report that he is now out of danger,” added Dr Dange.
If Khan’s recovery continues without complications, he is expected to be discharged within the next few days.
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