India, May 24 -- Doctors at Chawla Nursing Home, Ludhiana, successfully removed a rare 10 cm giant bladder stone from a patient through a complex surgical procedure, highlighting an uncommon urological condition that is rarely seen in modern clinical practice. The surgery was performed by Dr Aneet Chawla, general surgeon, using the open cystolithotomy approach. The stone, measuring nearly 4.2 inches, is classified as a 'giant vesical calculus', a rare occurrence today due to the early diagnosis and treatment of urinary stones. According to the treating team, the patient had been suffering from longstanding urinary complaints, including difficulty in urination, increased urinary frequency, pain, and recurrent urinary discomfort. Imaging investigations revealed a massive bladder stone occupying a significant portion of the urinary bladder. "The stone was exceptionally large and had most likely developed gradually over several years. Such giant bladder stones are now rarely encountered because urinary conditions are generally diagnosed much earlier," said Dr Chawla. The patient underwent successful surgery during which the intact stone was completely removed. The postoperative recovery has been satisfactory, and the patient is currently stable and recovering well. Medical experts note that giant bladder stones may develop due to chronic urinary obstruction, recurrent infections, enlarged prostate, or prolonged urinary retention. Early evaluation of persistent urinary symptoms can help prevent such advanced cases. Hospital authorities described the surgery as a significant clinical achievement and emphasized the importance of timely medical consultation for urinary tract symptoms. HTC...