Custom 545 mm 3D‑Printed Implant Restores Mobility to Bihar Patient

A 60‑year‑old man from Samastipur, whose knee bone was destroyed by cancer, received a lifeline through a pioneering surgery performed by Dr. Nishikant and Dr. Saurabh Chaudhary in Patna. The duo used a 545 mm long, bespoke 3‑D‑printed implant—unprecedented in length and customization—to replace the damaged joint.

The operation, conducted at Mediversal Hospital’s Kankarbagh facility, involved cutting‑edge imaging and printing technology to create an implant that perfectly matched the patient’s anatomy. After successful implantation, the patient reported significant improvement, taking his first steps within weeks.

Medical experts view the case as evidence of Bihar’s advancing healthcare infrastructure. Hospital administrators praised the team’s dedication, noting that such achievements bring pride to the state and demonstrate that high‑complexity cases can be managed locally.