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Carlos Alejandro, the 8-year-old boy who was struck by a train last Friday in Santiago de Cuba, remains hospitalized in serious condition, although he has surpassed the initial diagnosis of "unstable critical."
Aris Arias Batalla reported this Wednesday on Facebook that the little "champion" continues to fight for his life from the intensive care unit of the Dr. Antonio María Béguez César Pediatric Hospital, where he has been since the accident that occurred near Bodega Don Pancho, on Jesús Menéndez Avenue, very close to Martí Street.
"Carlos Alejandro is in serious condition, surpassing the initial diagnosis of unstable critical," wrote Arias, quoting members of the hospital's medical team.
The minor underwent an emergency surgical intervention following the impact, during which his left lower limb was amputated, along with the first and second toes of his right foot, medical sources confirmed.
The news that Carlos Alejandro has overcome the unstable critical state represents a small glimmer of hope for his family and for those who have closely followed his progress since the unfortunate tragedy, when a train ran over him while he was playing in an area near the railway tracks.
The initial medical reports regarding the condition of the child indicated that the child was in critical unstable condition, due to the injuries sustained and the emergency surgery he underwent.
Frequently Asked Questions about the Train Accident in Santiago de Cuba
What is Carlos Alejandro's current condition after the train accident?
Carlos Alejandro is in a critical condition, although he has surpassed the initial diagnosis of "unstable critical." He is hospitalized in the intensive care unit of the Dr. Antonio María Béguez César Pediatric Hospital in Santiago de Cuba.
What medical interventions has the child received after the accident?
Carlos Alejandro underwent emergency surgery, during which his left lower limb and the first and second toes of his right foot were amputated. These measures were necessary due to the severity of the injuries sustained from the train.
Where did the accident involving the child and the train occur?
The accident occurred near Bodega Don Pancho, on Jesús Menéndez Avenue, very close to Martí Street in Santiago de Cuba. Carlos Alejandro was playing in an area close to the railway tracks when he was struck by the train.
What has been the response of the community and the family to Carlos Alejandro's accident?
The community and family of Carlos Alejandro have shown hope and support, seeing his improvement from "critically unstable" to a serious condition as a small light of hope. Respect for the family's situation has been requested, and inappropriate comments on social media should be avoided, while the boy continues to receive care from a specialized medical team.
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