August 9, 2017
Esther, a 12-month-old girl, was born with a cardiac condition called complete atrioventricular canal defect, in which a large hole exists between all four chambers of the heart, allowing blood to mix freely between them. This prevents her body from receiving enough oxygen, and leaves her sick and weak. This condition is especially common in children like Esther who have Down syndrome.
Esther lives in Port-au-Prince with her mother, father, and two older brothers. Her parents both sell products in a local market. Esther is a very curious and friendly child and enjoys spending time with her brothers.
Esther will fly to the Cayman Islands to receive treatment. On August 9, she will undergo cardiac surgery. Her family needs help to fund the cost of travel. Our medical partner, Haiti Cardiac Alliance, is requesting $1,343.
Her mother shares, “I would like to say thank you to everyone who is helping my daughter have this chance at surgery!”
Esther, a 12-month-old girl, was born with a cardiac condition called complete atrioventricular canal defect, in which a large hole exists b...
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October 9, 2017
Esther underwent transport for heart surgery.
On arriving at the hospital, Esther underwent much more detailed diagnostic tests and imaging than were available in Haiti, to better understand her heart’s anatomy and dynamics. Based on this testing, it was determined that Esther’s ventricle is currently too small to be successfully divided into two chambers, as the surgery for this condition would require. For now, her surgery has been deferred, but Haiti Cardiac Alliance will continue following her in the hopes of being able to repair her heart in the future.
We are sending funds to HCA to pay for Esther’s travel costs.
Her mother says, “We are disappointed that Esther cannot yet have surgery, but we have faith in God that she will one day be fully healed.”
On arriving at the hospital, Esther underwent much more detailed diagnostic tests and imaging than were available in Haiti, to better unders...
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