Agartala, June 26 -- Doctors at Agartala's GBP Hospital have successfully performed Tripura's first-ever esophageal bypass surgery, replacing a severely damaged food pipe with a segment of the colon.

This complex operation has given new hope to 23-year-old Prasenjit Das from Madhupur, Sepahijala district, who had been unable to eat or drink properly for over a year.

Prasenjit's troubles began in March 2024, when he ingested formic acid during a dispute with his younger brother. The corrosive acid caused severe burns to his esophagus, leading to narrowing and eventual closure of the food pipe. Despite initial treatment at Madhupur Primary Health Centre, his condition worsened, leaving him unable to swallow even water or rice.

On June 3,...