For the last three months, Koemyeat has suffered from tension in her throat and nasal congestion caused by a deviated septum and a polyp in the right nostril. She is constantly sneezing and her nose is always running. Doctors will reconstruct her nose and septum, removing the nasal polyp and allowing her to breathe normally without any obstructions. Koemyeat has two sons and one daughter, and enjoys tailoring clothes in her free time.
Success! Koemyeat from Cambodia raised $280 to fund nasal surgery.
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- Koemyeat's story
- Koemyeat's update
Koemyeat underwent nasal surgery.
Koemyeat’s operation went well. Surgery will improve her quality of life by eliminating the nasal polyp and improving her breathing and overall comfort. She will be able to sleep well at night again.
Koemyeat said, “I am so happy that I am able to breathe clearly and no longer have anything blocking my nasal passage.”
Koemyeat's Timeline
- September 9, 2019PROFILE SUBMITTED
Koemyeat was submitted by Lindsay Bownik, Stakeholder Relations Officer at Children's Surgical Centre.
- September 10, 2019TREATMENT OCCURRED
Koemyeat received treatment at Kien Khleang National Rehabilitation Centre in Cambodia. Medical partners often provide care to patients accepted by Watsi before those patients are fully funded, operating under the guarantee that the cost of care will be paid for by donors.
- September 15, 2019PROFILE PUBLISHED
Koemyeat's profile was published to start raising funds.
- December 23, 2019FULLY FUNDED
Koemyeat's treatment was fully funded.
Funded by 2 donors
Treatment
Nose Reconstruction
- Cost Breakdown
- Diagnosis
- Procedure
On average, it costs $280 for Koemyeat's treatment
Hospital Fees
$49
Medical Staff
$223
Medication
$1
Supplies
$0
Labs
$7
- Symptoms
- Impact on patient's life
- Cultural or regional significance
What kinds of symptoms do patients experience before receiving treatment?
The patient experiences pain, bleeding, nasal congestion, and sometimes swelling of the nasal septum.
What is the impact on patients’ lives of living with these conditions?
Patients experience difficulty breathing and sleeping due to nasal congestion, as well as a loss of confidence because of the disfiguring of their nose.
What cultural or regional factors affect the treatment of these conditions?
Motorcycle accidents are the leading cause of death in Cambodia, and as such, most fractures are caused by falling or being struck as a result of the accident.
- Process
- Impact on patient's life
- Risks and side-effects
- Accessibility
- Alternatives
What does the treatment process look like?
The patient first consults with our staff and a treatment plan is arranged as follows:
Day 1 - the patient takes an x-ray to confirm the fracture. Then, if the accident was caused less than a week prior, the patient will undergo antibiotics for one week before the operation is scheduled.
Operation day - the procedure can last anywhere from 30 minutes to one hour and the patient will then recover at CSC for one night.
Day After Operation - the patient returns home operation.
Day 5 After Operation – Patient returns for removal of bandages and nasal packing (to keep the bones in place).
One month after operation – Follow-up appointment is scheduled.
What is the impact of this treatment on the patient’s life?
The patient will be able to breathe normally, sleep without disturbance, and the bones will heal back into alignment.
What potential side effects or risks come with this treatment?
Success rates are very high, however, with all surgeries, some patients do not respond well to treatment and in a small number of cases, the outcome can pose no improvements.
How accessible is treatment in the area? What is the typical journey like for a patient to receive care?
Nasal reconstruction operations are accessible at a limited number of public and private clinics and hospitals at a cost that a majority of Cambodians cannot afford. Patients travel up to twelve hours to reach the Children's Surgical Centre for surgery, often taking multiple forms of transportation and finally arriving by bus, motorbike, or taxi.
What are the alternatives to this treatment?
In some cases of infection, the condition can be treated by an emergency incision near the swelling of the nasal septum. However, it can sometimes provide only partial relief. Alternatively, Cambodians in rural areas may seek out less expensive options, such as traditional Khmer healers, to relive their symptoms. But this type of medicine does not yield sustainable or cost-effective results.