14-year-old Ethiopian boy undergoes complex kidney transplantation surgery at Aster CMI Hospital
Father becomes a real-life hero, saves his 14-year-old son by donating a kidney
Bengaluru (Press Release) - A 14-year-old boy from Ethiopia with stunted growth and bony deformities was given a new lease of life by his father as a kidney donor at Aster CMI Hospital, Bangalore. The child was diagnosed with a condition called posterior urethral valves which causes blockage to the flow of urine. He underwenttwo surgeries for the same condition at the age of 2 and 6 years. However, the child continued to have recurrent infections with a progressive decline in renal functions. Since the last 2 years, he has not been able to walk around or do his activities due to bony deformities and muscle weakness. Kidney transplantation was the best option for him.The child’s father came forward as a voluntary donor to save his son’s life.
Kidney transplantation was done using the standard induction immunosuppression protocol. The surgery lasted close to six hours.There were no complications during or after the surgery. Child was closely monitored and discharged after one week with normal renal functions. Child is currently two months post-transplant and is doing well. Fortunately, now he is undergoing physiotherapy and is able to stand on his own. The child will be regularly monitored for urinary tract infections with periodic urine cultures.
This high-risk transplant was performed by a team of doctors which included Dr. Vidyashankar P, Lead Consultant - Nephrology, Dr. Govardhan Reddy, Lead Consultant - Urology & Uro Oncology,Dr. Shashank Shetty, Consultant - Nephrology, Dr. Akila V, Consultant - Nephrology, Dr. Rajanna M, Resident - Nephrology.
Commenting on this complex kidney transplantation, Dr. Vidyashankar P, Lead Consultant - Nephrology, Aster CMI Hospital, said, “chronic kidney disease in children has adverse long-term consequences. Congenital anomalies in the kidney and urinary tract are the most common cause of CKD in children. Children with end stage renal disease face various challenges during dialysis in the form of compliance, blood pressure fluctuations and access issues. Dialysis interferes witha child’s growth and development and shortens the life span. Pediatric renal transplantation is a lifesaving procedure in these cases.”
Talking about the surgery, Dr. Govardhan Reddy, Lead Consultant - Urology & Uro Oncology, Aster CMI Hospital said “Children with CKD usually present late, with bony deformities and stunted growth. 2 to 3 percent of these children progress to end-stage renal disease. The procedure was surgically challenging in view of the small vessels and limitation of space in the recipient. Kidney transplantation opens way for a near-normal childhood in this group of children.”
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Hard work, service to poor brought him this reward: CJI Gavai's mother
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Amravati (PTI): Chief Justice of India Bhushan Ramkrishna Gavai's mother said that he has reached this position through his sheer hard work and determination, and he earned this reward by serving the poor and needy.
Talking to reporters here, Justice Gavai's mother Kamaltai Gavai said she feels her son would give justice to his role as the CJI.
Justice Bhushan Ramkrishna Gavai was on Wednesday sworn in as the 52nd Chief Justice of India. He was administered oath by President Droupadi Murmu at a brief ceremony at Rashtrapati Bhavan.
Justice Gavai is a native of Amravati district in Maharashtra and is the son of former Governor of Bihar, Kerala and Sikkim late R S Gavai, who was also the leader of Republican Party of India (Gavai), and Kamaltai Gavai.
Kamaltai Gavai said, "As a mother I wanted and expected my children to follow their father's footsteps and serve the society, treat people with respect and give justice to them irrespective of their stature."
"It is a moment of great joy and happiness for everyone. It is a moment of satisfaction for us, because from a very young age under difficult circumstances and after overcoming several problems he has reached such a high position," she said.
She said her son has reached the top post not instantly but through his hard work and by going step-by-step.
"Whatever posts he has held so far, he has given justice to them. I feel he will give justice to the position of CJI as well," she said.
According to her, Justice Gavai completed his early education from a very common local school in Amravati, but by his hard work, ability, and determination he excelled in his education.
"I would give the credit of his success and the top position he has reached to his hard work and determination," she added.
He does a lot of social work and charity. He lends a helping hand to lot of needy people in terms of providing financial help and bearing their hospital expenses.
"I think he got a reward in return for his service to the poor and needy," Justice Gavai's proud mother said.
"I feel that as Chief Justice, his work will support the country and his decisions will be people-oriented," she added.
Talking to reporters, Justice Gavai's younger sister Kirti Arjun expressed happiness saying a son of Amravati, who came from a very common background has attained such a big position.
"It is a moment of happiness not only for the Gavai family and Amaravati, but for the entire Maharashtra," she said.
She said she was fully confident that his brother will fulfill this responsibility very honestly.
"He is very sensitive and practical as well. He works with his brain and his heart together. That is why, all his decisions are a reflection of his foresight, which can take forward the society. I congratulate Bhushan dada and I am fully confident that he will take forward the legacy of Dr Babasaheb Ambedkar," she said.
