Successful bilateral knee replacement on a 120 kg patient showcased advanced orthopedic expertise and multidisciplinary care
AHMEDABAD, GUJARAT | 03rd AUGUST 2026 | HCG Hospital, Ahmedabad, successfully performed a high-risk simultaneous bilateral Total Knee Replacement (TKR) on a 48-year-old woman weighing 120 kg who had been suffering from severe bilateral osteoarthritis and debilitating knee pain. The patient had been suffering from severe knee pain for the past 2 – 3 years before seeking treatment at HCG Hospital. The complex procedure highlighted the hospital’s advanced orthopedic expertise in managing challenging joint replacement surgeries through meticulous planning, coordinated multidisciplinary care, and evidence-based rehabilitation. The successful surgery enabled the patient to regain her mobility and significantly improved her quality of life.
The patient, Mrs. Bhavna Gupta from Lucknow, had been living with persistent pain in both knees that had severely restricted her ability to walk, climb stairs, and perform routine daily activities independently. As her condition progressively worsened, it significantly affected her quality of life and mobility. Despite the challenges associated with her medical condition and travelling more than 900 kilometres from her hometown, she travelled to Ahmedabad with her young daughter, placing her trust in the expertise of the orthopedic team at HCG Hospital.
Performing simultaneous bilateral knee replacement in a patient with morbid obesity presented significant surgical, anesthetic, and post-operative challenges. Such complex cases required meticulous preoperative planning, comprehensive risk assessment, advanced perioperative care, and seamless coordination among multiple specialties to ensure patient safety and achieve the best possible clinical outcome.
The surgery was successfully led by Dr. Shrikunj Patel, Joint Replacement Surgeon, HCG Hospital, Ahmedabad, with the support of a dedicated multidisciplinary team comprising specialists from the Departments of Anesthesiology, Internal Medicine, Critical Care, Nursing, Physiotherapy, and Hospital Administration. The coordinated efforts of the multidisciplinary team ensured comprehensive care throughout the patient’s treatment journey, from preoperative evaluation to postoperative rehabilitation.
Following the surgery, the patient made an excellent recovery and responded remarkably well to the structured rehabilitation programme. Within just three weeks, she resumed her routine daily activities, including climbing stairs independently and riding a two-wheeler, demonstrating the success of the procedure and the effectiveness of the rehabilitation programme.
Speaking about the case, Dr. Shrikunj Patel, Joint Replacement Surgeon at HCG Hospital, Ahmedabad, said: “This case is a testament to the power of teamwork, meticulous planning, and patient trust. While surgical expertise is essential, successful outcomes in complex joint replacement surgeries are achieved through the collective efforts of a dedicated multidisciplinary team. Seeing our patient regain her mobility and confidence in such a short time is immensely rewarding and reinforces our commitment to delivering world-class orthopedic care.”
Sharing her experience, Mrs. Bhavna Gupta, said: “For years, I struggled with constant knee pain that affected every aspect of my daily life. Travelling such a long distance for treatment was not an easy decision, but the confidence and reassurance I received from the doctors at HCG Hospital made me feel I was in safe hands. Today, I can walk comfortably, climb stairs, and return to my normal routine without the constant pain. I am deeply grateful to the entire medical team for giving me a new lease on life.”
The successful outcome reflected HCG Hospital’s patient-centric approach, where advanced clinical expertise was complemented by compassionate care, coordinated multidisciplinary support, and structured rehabilitation. The case also underscored the importance of collaborative planning and comprehensive perioperative management in delivering successful outcomes for patients with complex orthopedic conditions.
HCG Hospital, Ahmedabad, continued to strengthen its position as a centre of excellence in advanced joint replacement surgery by offering evidence-based treatment, state-of-the-art infrastructure, and comprehensive rehabilitation services that helped patients restore mobility, improve functionality, and enhance their overall quality of life.
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