The Asian Head and Neck Surgery Scientific Conference (ASHNO 2025) recently took place in Ho Chi Minh City, gathering thousands of leading domestic and international specialists and doctors in Otorhinolaryngology (ENT) – Head and Neck Surgery.
Dr. Nguyễn Trương Khương, Professional Director of Nam Saigon International General Hospital, chaired a specialized session on head and neck surgery and simultaneously presented a report in English at the conference on a very rare case, offering significant scientific value and practical clinical applications.
A Rare and Complex Case, Scarcely Reported in Medical Literature
Specifically, Dr. Nguyễn Trương Khương reported on “A Surgical Case of Laryngeal Hemangioma Completely Occupying the Larynx.” The patient, Ms. A. (40 years old), experienced a sensation of obstruction in her throat and frequent food choking for two months prior to hospitalization.
Assuming these were symptoms of indigestion and stomach pain, the patient did not seek medical attention but self-medicated. When the swallowing obstruction symptoms became more pronounced, she visited several local hospitals and was diagnosed with a hemangioma almost completely obstructing her larynx.
Over time, the patient became unable to eat or drink. At Nam Saigon International General Hospital, Ms. A. was examined in the Otorhinolaryngology (ENT) Department.
Through in-depth examination, Dr. Nguyễn Trương Khương identified this as a large hemangioma occupying the entire lumen of the larynx, causing shortness of breath and difficulty swallowing – symptoms easily mistaken for common upper respiratory tract conditions.
Faced with this dangerous condition, Dr. Khương planned the surgery.
“This is one of those rare cases, not a standard surgical procedure, scarcely mentioned in medical literature, where the boundary between the airway and the surgical blade is only a few millimeters apart, especially since the patient had a history of heart valve replacement and was on anticoagulant medication. Even a small error could lead to severe, life-threatening bleeding. Therefore, the surgery required meticulous preparation, precise calculation of each step, and seamless coordination among various specialties,” the doctor shared.
Unyielding Spirit of Integration: From Operating Room to Scientific Forum
Pre-operatively, the patient’s anticoagulant medication was stopped for 5 days, and a prophylactic tracheostomy was performed to secure the airway. Throughout several hours of surgery, Dr. Khương and his team used bipolar electrocautery combined with an ultrasonic scalpel to completely resect the tumor, minimizing blood loss and preserving the laryngeal structure.
Post-operatively, the patient recovered well, with normal speech, swallowing, and respiratory functions. This outcome demonstrates the precise surgical skill and ability to handle complex cases by the medical team at Nam Saigon International General Hospital.
Dr. Nguyễn Trương Khương’s presence as a session chair and presenter at ASHNO 2025 is not only a source of personal pride but also a testament to the spirit of learning, sharing, and integration embraced by the medical team at Nam Saigon International General Hospital.
“From the operating room to scientific forums, we consistently uphold the spirit of integration, not just to advance further, but to bring the best of global medicine to serve the people of Vietnam,” shared Dr. Nguyễn Trương Khương.
With over 25 years of dedication to Otorhinolaryngology (ENT) – Head and Neck Surgery, Dr. Nguyễn Trương Khương is one of the most experienced and reputable leading specialists, always prioritizing the patient in every treatment decision.
Under Dr. Khương’s leadership, the Otorhinolaryngology (ENT) Department at Nam Saigon International General Hospital has become one of the hospital’s strongest specialties, comprehensively invested in both human resources and modern technology.
The department handles examination, diagnosis, and treatment of head and neck conditions, from common disorders to complex surgeries such as endoscopic sinus surgery, laryngeal surgery, ear microsurgery, and facial aesthetic reconstruction, helping patients regain confidence post-surgery.
With the support of advanced equipment like the Olympus Visera Elite II OTV-S200 endoscopic system, plasma scalpels, and ultrasonic scalpels, doctors focus on achieving precision, rapid recovery, and safety for patients.
Guided by the motto “All for the Patient,” the medical team at Nam Saigon Hospital not only delivers optimal treatment outcomes but also creates a humane and professional healthcare experience. This very spirit is the foundation that empowers the hospital’s doctors to reach international levels, spreading Vietnamese knowledge and spirit across medical forums.
