A premature twin baby, born weighing only 1,100 grams, has managed to survive after 94 days in the Carlos Manuel de Céspedes Provincial Hospital in Bayamo, Granma.
According to a report from the official telecenter CNC TV, the mother of the baby was admitted in an emergency on November 10, just hours after strong earthquakes shook the region, at only 28 weeks of gestation.
The delivery could not take place in the designated room on the fourth floor, so the doctors improvised an area in the maternity classroom. Amid the tension, the woman gave birth to two girls, of which only one survived.
The little girl Eva, as her parents named her, suffered from respiratory complications and an intracranial hemorrhage, which required prolonged ventilation.
However, the hospital had to share ventilators for both twins due to a shortage of equipment.
Its favorable evolution was achieved thanks to the efforts of the medical staff, although the lack of resources affecting Cuban hospitals became evident.
The testimony of the mother who spent 94 days in the hospital reflects her gratitude for the life of her daughter.
“Today I am very happy, despite having spent 94 days in this institution, today I leave with my girl well”, she expressed.
This case adds to others such as that of , who underwent surgery just six hours after birth in Villa Clara due to a congenital brain malformation. The success of the surgery allowed him to be discharged and return home with his family.
Another success story was that of the first triplets born in Villa Clara, who, after being hospitalized for just over a month and a half, were discharged after reaching the required weight.
It also happened with a baby born at 29 weeks of gestation, who along with their mother, survived a complicated delivery at the General Hospital of the municipality of Contramaestre, in the province of Santiago de Cuba.
Frequently asked questions about the hospital situation in Cuba and the miracle in Granma
How did the premature baby survive in Granma?
The premature baby managed to survive thanks to the efforts of the medical staff at the Carlos Manuel de Céspedes hospital in Bayamo, despite adverse conditions such as the lack of resources and adequate equipment, which forced them to share ventilators between the twins.
What deficiencies does the healthcare system in Cuba face?
The Cuban healthcare system faces serious deficiencies such as a lack of basic resources, medical equipment, and specialized personnel. This situation has led to numerous reports of medical negligence, putting patients' lives at risk.
What impact did the earthquake have on the Granma region?
The earthquake in Granma caused significant damage to homes and buildings, in addition to generating alarm among the population due to the numerous aftershocks. This emergency further complicated the situation in local hospitals, which were already facing shortages.
How is the crisis in the Cuban healthcare system affecting patients?
The crisis in the Cuban healthcare system severely impacts patients, who face a lack of adequate care and timely diagnoses, and in many cases, suffer the consequences of medical negligence, as reported in several hospitals across the country.
What measures are being taken to improve the situation in Cuban hospitals?
Until now, no effective measures have been implemented to address the deficiencies in the Cuban healthcare system. Complaints continue to be frequent, and the solutions provided are often temporary and do not tackle the underlying causes of the crisis.
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