Meet Esther, a five-week-old baby girl from Kenya! She is the youngest of six children and lives with her siblings and two parents.
Esther was born with Spina Bifida, a congenital disorder caused by the incomplete closing of the neural tube. A portion of the spinal cords protrudes through the skin, causing an open hole in the lower back. As a result of the Spina Bifida, Esther is at risk to develop tethered cord, a condition in which the spinal cord attaches to the surrounding tissue. This can lead to mobility issues and nerve damage if it remains untreated.
Esther’s mother is hopeful that Watsi can help her daughter. She says, “It has been a very difficult time for us as a family, but I am hopeful that my daughter will find treatment soon. We’ll appreciate any support for her surgery.” For $980 Esther can receive surgery to close the hole in her back. Surgery will prevent the development of tethered cord and mitigate Esther’s risk of infection. We can help her grow up to be a healthy, active child - let’s make it happen.