Bollywood actor Saif Ali Khan recently made headlines after undergoing surgery for injuries sustained from knife wounds. His quick recovery and discharge from the hospital in just six days have left many questioning the possibility of such rapid healing after a complex procedure.
Saif Ali Khan’s Post-Surgery Recovery Raises Eyebrows
A viral video showing Saif Ali Khan walking out of the hospital, looking healthy and composed, became a topic of public debate.
- The actor reportedly underwent a six-hour-long surgery.
- Many viewers expressed skepticism about how he recovered so swiftly, leading to questions about the authenticity of the claims.
Expert Opinion Defends Saif’s Recovery
Prominent Bengaluru-based cardiologist Dr. Deepak Krishnamurthy addressed these doubts, offering a strong defense of Saif’s recovery.
- Dr. Krishnamurthy criticized skeptics, stating, “Do they even understand spinal surgery?”
- He shared his personal experience, revealing that his 78-year-old mother was able to walk on the same day after undergoing spinal surgery.
- The cardiologist emphasized that a 54-year-old like Saif Ali Khan could recover quickly, citing advancements in modern surgical techniques.
Call for Awareness Among Medical Professionals
Dr. Krishnamurthy also urged medical professionals to refer to credible medical literature on spinal surgeries before jumping to conclusions.
- He noted that recovery times can vary based on factors such as patient health, age, and the type of procedure performed.
- He used this opportunity to highlight how modern medicine has significantly improved recovery outcomes.
The debate around Saif Ali Khan’s recovery underscores the importance of understanding medical advancements and avoiding unfounded assumptions. As explained by Dr. Krishnamurthy, swift recovery is not only possible but also becoming increasingly common with modern surgical practices.
For people doubting if Saif Ali Khan really had a spine surgery (funnily even some doctors!). This is a video of my mother from 2022 at the age of 78y, walking with a fractured foot in a cast and a spine surgery on the same evening when spine surgery was done. #MedTwitter. A… pic.twitter.com/VF2DoopTNL
— Dr Deepak Krishnamurthy (@DrDeepakKrishn1) January 22, 2025
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