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First Hip Replacement in Chapra Saves 65-Year-Old India's Life
✍️ Amar Ujala · Bihar
🗓 03 Sep 2026, 07:48 AM
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In Chapra district hospital, a 65‑year‑old patient, Bharat Ram, underwent the region’s first hip replacement surgery, restoring mobility after a severe femoral neck fracture.
Chapra district hospital in Bihar’s Saran district performed its first hip replacement surgery on Monday, marking a milestone for local medical services.
The 65‑year‑old patient, Bharat Ram of Amanour, had been suffering from a severe femoral neck fracture that had left him immobile. Surgeons replaced the damaged joint with a prosthetic implant, restoring his ability to walk.
The operation, conducted by a team of orthopedic specialists, was completed without complications and the patient is expected to recover fully in the coming weeks.
This achievement represents a significant step for rural healthcare in Bihar, providing advanced orthopedic care that was previously unavailable in the district.
The 65‑year‑old patient, Bharat Ram of Amanour, had been suffering from a severe femoral neck fracture that had left him immobile. Surgeons replaced the damaged joint with a prosthetic implant, restoring his ability to walk.
The operation, conducted by a team of orthopedic specialists, was completed without complications and the patient is expected to recover fully in the coming weeks.
This achievement represents a significant step for rural healthcare in Bihar, providing advanced orthopedic care that was previously unavailable in the district.