The young Adalberto Rodríguez Martínez, one of the survivors of the fatal traffic accident that occurred nine days ago in the province of Pinar del Río, remains in serious condition, with a reserved prognosis, and continues to fight for his life, according to the latest medical report published by the Public Health authorities.
Rodríguez, 23 years old, was one of the three injured in the tragic traffic accident at kilometer 2 ½ of the Luis Lazo road on the night of June 20, when a trailer crashed into several people who were on the sidewalk in front of a house.
The accident resulted in four fatalities, including a nine-year-old girl and a pregnant woman.
As a result of the impact, Rodríguez sustained injuries that left him in critical condition, for which he underwent emergency surgery at the Abel Santamaría Cuadrado Clinical Surgical Hospital.
His health condition “remains serious, with a reserved prognosis, but he is no longer in critical condition,” reported this Saturday Dr. Lorena Reynoso Ramírez, a first-level specialist in Intensive Care and Emergency Medicine, in an update on the case published on the Facebook page of the Provincial Health Directorate of Pinar del Río.
The patient, admitted to the Intensive Care Unit II of the hospital, “remains conscious, follows commands, receives supplemental oxygen, but achieves adequate saturation, and his blood pressure is stable,” the doctor explained.
Adalberto has successfully evolved so far, but his situation still requires close monitoring due to his history and possible complications, Reynoso warned, and he assured that the hospital has "the necessary material and human resources to continue providing him with the best possible care."
The statement from the Health Directorate specified that the young man was hospitalized at the medical facility with "severe abdominal and thoracic trauma, in a state of full shock," and thus had to undergo emergency surgery.
Rodríguez presented a "critical condition: a hematoma that extended from the renal pathway to the pelvic cavity," which necessitated a damage control surgery performed by a medical team led by Dr. Luis Alberto Rojas Ruiz, a specialist in General Surgery and head of the on-call team.
Forty-eight hours later, the patient returned to the operating room for a thorough review, during which "the initial packing was removed, the injuries were assessed, and finally, the definitive closure of the abdomen was carried out, marking an important step in their recovery," the statement detailed.
"Every minute counts, every piece of medical care received, every gesture of support makes a difference in the life of this young man. His progress is a reflection of the collective effort of our professionals and the strength he himself demonstrates," emphasized the Provincial Health Directorate.
Teresa Martínez Viña, mother of the young patient, expressed her gratitude to the medical and paramedic staff at the hospital, reported journalist Alina López Ochoa in a post on Facebook. “Doctors, nurses, and technicians have done so much for my son. My eternal gratitude to them,” she stated.
Devastating accident
The fatal accident occurred around 9:15 p.m. on Friday, June 20, when the driver of a truck lost control and struck a group of people gathered on the sidewalk in front of a house.
In the place died Miliany Pérez Javier, nine years old; Anairis Sánchez Blanco, 24 and pregnant; Aliomar A. Sotolongo Alcina, 21, and Deisy Javier Pérez, 53.
Three other people were injured. In addition to Rodríguez, 10-year-old Arlenys Martínez Blanco suffered serious injuries, who was admitted to the Pepe Portilla Pediatric Hospital with a traumatic brain injury. The child was discharged this Friday and returned home with her grandmother.
The other injured person, Léster Ramón Garrido, 30 years old, was also hospitalized at Abel Santamaría Cuadrado Hospital and was discharged the following day.
The driver responsible for the incident fled the scene after the collision but was arrested on Saturday. So far, authorities have not provided information about his identity or the specific circumstances that led to the event.
The case caused a great uproar in Pinar del Río and generated numerous expressions of solidarity towards the victims and their families.
Frequently Asked Questions about the truck accident in Pinar del Río
What is the current status of Adalberto Rodríguez Martínez following the accident in Pinar del Río?
Adalberto Rodríguez Martínez remains in serious condition with an uncertain prognosis. Although he is no longer in critical condition, he continues to receive care in the Intensive Care Unit of the Abel Santamaría Cuadrado Hospital. His condition requires close monitoring due to the severity of his initial injuries.
What happened in the trailer accident in Pinar del Río?
The accident occurred when a trailer lost control and struck several people on the sidewalk in front of a house in Pinar del Río. The tragic event resulted in the death of four individuals, including a nine-year-old girl and a pregnant woman, and injured three others.
What measures have been taken against the driver responsible for the accident?
The driver responsible for the accident was arrested after fleeing the scene. He is currently under investigation to determine the specific circumstances that led to the tragic event.
How has the girl Arlenys Martínez Blanco, also injured in the accident, evolved?
Arlenys Martínez Blanco, 10 years old, has been discharged from medical care after being treated for a moderate traumatic brain injury at the Pepe Portilla Pediatric Hospital. Her recovery has been described as a miracle by health authorities.
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