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TMC Doctors Successfully Treat Newborn with Rare Brain Defect
✍️ Tripuratimes
🗓 11 Nov 2026, 03:17 AM
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Doctors at Tripura Medical College (TMC) successfully performed surgery on a newborn baby suffering from occipital encephalocele, a rare brain defect. The operation was a success, offering hope for the baby's future.
A team of surgeons at Tripura Medical College (TMC) recently achieved a significant milestone by successfully operating on a newborn baby with occipital encephalocele. This rare brain defect, characterized by a protrusion of brain tissue through an opening in the back of the skull, can lead to various developmental challenges. The surgery involved a complex procedure to repair the defect and minimize any potential complications.