A high-level live operative surgical workshop titled “Illuminating Precision: Advances in Fluorescence-Guided Surgery” highlighted the growing role of Fluorescence-Guided Surgery (FGS) in cancer and biliary surgeries, with particular focus on its application in both laparoscopic and open procedures.
Jointly organized by PGIMER and Capital Hospital in Bhubaneswar, the workshop offered significant educational value, showcasing advanced surgical techniques and real-time clinical applications.
The live surgical demonstrations were led by Associate Professor Dr. Srikant Patro, Dr. B. B. Satapathy (Associate Professor, AHPGIC), and Dr. Priyambad Sahu (Assistant Professor), who showcased the practical use of fluorescence imaging technology in complex surgical procedures.
Fluorescence-Guided Surgery leverages near-infrared light and specialized dyes to provide surgeons with enhanced visualization of tumors, bile ducts, and lymph nodes. This technique has been shown to improve surgical precision, minimize damage to surrounding healthy tissues, and reduce post-operative complications, particularly in oncology and hepatobiliary surgeries.
The event was attended by Vice Chancellor Dr. M. R. Sahoo, along with Directors and Superintendents of PGIMER and Capital Hospital, and Professor Dr. Sushil Pattnaik, Head of the Department of Surgery, who applauded the integration of cutting-edge surgical technology into academic training.
Over 150 postgraduate students, faculty members, and surgeons from Odisha, as well as neighboring states like Jharkhand and West Bengal, participated in the workshop. The program featured live surgeries, in-depth academic discussions, and briefings on emerging technologies, earning praise as a significant step forward in hands-on surgical education. The experience is expected to help young surgeons align with global best practices.
“Fluorescence guidance offers clear advantages in patient safety, oncological clearance, and bile duct preservation. Incorporating such advanced techniques into routine surgical training is essential,” said the Additional Medical Superintendent of PGIMER & Capital Hospital, Bhubaneswar.
Such initiatives, he added, will play a key role in positioning Odisha as a center for advanced cancer care and surgical innovation.