On the evening of January 6, shortly after returning to Vietnam, Xuan Son was taken into surgery. A multi-specialty medical team conducted detailed examinations and imaging to assess his condition before proceeding with the operation.

The surgery involved intramedullary nailing with locking screws, a minimally invasive procedure aimed at preserving soft tissues, blood vessels, and periosteum to accelerate recovery. The procedure lasted over an hour. Xuan Son is now alert, able to converse, and can lightly move his toes.

Details of the injury and operation

Professor Tran Trung Dung, who performed the surgery, described the complexity of the injury:

“This was a severe case, with two significant bone fragments measuring 3 cm and 7 cm, respectively.

We aimed to facilitate the fastest possible recovery for him.

Using intramedullary nailing without opening the fracture site allowed us to maintain anatomical alignment, avoid bone fragment displacement, and eliminate the need to expose the fracture.

This approach extended the surgery duration to about 90 minutes, as we monitored progress with ultrasound and CT scans to ensure precise alignment and fixation. The surgery has been a complete success so far.”

Rehabilitation process

Following the operation, Xuan Son has been undergoing cold therapy and localized massage treatments to aid recovery. Within a day of the surgery, he will begin moving with the assistance of crutches or a wheelchair.

His rehabilitation program will continue at the Vinmec Sports Medicine and Rehabilitation Center, where he will train using specialized equipment to regain full mobility and strength.

Dai Nam