Doctors at Lahore General Hospital successfully saved the life of a three-month-old infant by removing a metal washer from his stomach through an endoscopic procedure. Hospital administration confirmed that the operation was carried out after the child was brought in with persistent fever and cough lasting nearly 10 days.
The baby, identified as Ali Zain, was diagnosed after an X-ray revealed a foreign object in his stomach. Following detailed evaluation, doctors decided to proceed with an endoscopy to safely extract the object.
The procedure was performed by Assistant Professor Huriya Rehman under the supervision of Professor Muhammad Shahid. The medical team successfully removed the metal washer without any complications, ensuring the infant’s safety.
Hospital officials, including Principal Professor Farooq Afzal and Medical Superintendent Dr. Faryad Hussain, praised the medical team for their quick response and successful treatment.
The child’s parents expressed deep gratitude and thanked the doctors for saving their son’s life, calling the outcome nothing short of a miracle. Hospital authorities highlighted the case as an example of advanced medical care and teamwork at Lahore General Hospital.

