Benha University Hospitals Successfully Saved the Life of a Patient with a Penetrating Neck Wound in a Delicate Surgery

A medical team from the Otolaryngology Department at Benha University Hospitals successfully saved the life of a patient who arrived at the emergency department in extremely critical condition due to a penetrating laceration in the neck, which caused direct damage to the trachea. This is one of the most dangerous injuries that threaten life and requires urgent and precise surgical intervention.
The medical team immediately addressed the case, successfully securing the airway and performing delicate surgery to repair the trachea, resulting in a successful operation. The patient's health condition has stabilized, and he is currently under medical observation in the hospital. This achievement was made possible under the supervision of:
• Prof. Nasser El-Gizawy, President of Benha University,
• Prof. Mohamed El-Ashhab, Dean of the Faculty of Medicine and Chairman of the Board of University Hospitals,
• Prof. Amr El-Dakhakhni, Executive Director of Benha University Hospitals.
The surgery was conducted under the supervision of:
• Prof. Samer Badi, Head of the Otolaryngology Department,
• Prof. Ihab Said, Head of the Anesthesia Department,
With the participation of a medical team from the Otolaryngology Department and the anesthesia team. Their quick and precise response to the case reflects the high competence of the medical staff and the readiness of Benha University Hospitals to handle various critical and complex emergency cases.
Benha University affirmed that this success embodies the medical and scientific capabilities of its university hospitals, which continue to play a vital role in providing specialized and high-quality health services to citizens in Kalyobiya Governorate and neighboring provinces, supported by a distinguished team of professors, doctors, and trained medical teams, along with the availability of the latest medical equipment and facilities.