September 1, 2022
Meet Kosal, a 32-year-old husband and father who lives in Cambodia with his wife and three children. When he is not working, he enjoys playing volleyball, watching television, and spending time with his family.
On June 12th, Kosal’s left hand was burned at work by an electric shock. He visited a private clinic for wound care and medication and remained there for 15 days. Although he eventually returned home, the wound on his hand remained unhealed and has since become infected. He is currently experiencing pain and has a loss of sensation.
Kosal traveled to our medical partner, Children’s Surgical Centre (CSC), to seek treatment for his infected wound. On September 1st, surgeons at CSC’s care center, Kien Khleang National Rehabilitation Centre, will perform a debridement and nerve graft procedure on his left wrist. This surgery should enable Kosal to heal completely and regain full motion of his hand. CSC is now seeking $572 to fund his procedure.
Kosal says, “I hope my left hand heals and I can return to work again.”
Meet Kosal, a 32-year-old husband and father who lives in Cambodia with his wife and three children. When he is not working, he enjoys playi...
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February 9, 2023
Kosal who underwent surgery on his hand.
Surgeons successfully debrided Kosal’s burn scars and performed a nerve graft to repair his hand. He spent several days in the hospital until surgeons were assured his wound was healing, then he was able to return home. He worked with the physiotherapy team for rehabilitative exercises to prevent stiffness and strengthen the muscles as he continues to recover. Many factors will determine how fast Kosal will recover hand function after his nerve graft surgery, but he is hopeful for the ability to support his family after his devastating injury.
Kosal said: “I feel positive about my future, and it is because of the generosity of strangers who helped to pay for my care. It is important for me to use my hand to work to feed and support my family. Thank you also to the hospital staff that is taking good care of me.”
Surgeons successfully debrided Kosal's burn scars and performed a nerve graft to repair his hand. He spent several days in the hospital unti...
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