Anabia’s Heart Defects Have Been Corrected

Anabia Fatima's Story

Anabia Fatima, a 1-year-old girl from Lahore, had been struggling with breathlessness and cyanosis since birth. Her parents were heartbroken to see her tire so quickly and fail to gain weight. Concerned about her worsening condition, they consulted a doctor. After performing a thorough examination, the doctor diagnosed her with Tetralogy of Fallot (TOF), a complex congenital defect that impairs the heart’s ability to pump blood effectively. The doctor recommended an open-heart surgery for total correction to save her life. Unfortunately, the cost of the surgery was overwhelming for Anabia’s family.

Living in a small rented brick house, Anabia’s family hardly made ends meet. Anabia’s father worked as a carpenter in a factory and earned PKR 25,000 per month. With this insufficient monthly income, it was already challenging to cover the house rent, utility bills as well as groceries expenses. The cost of surgery was far beyond their means, leaving the family in despair. Determined to save their daughter, they reached out to Transparent Hands for help. After reviewing her case, we ensured that Anabia would receive the treatment she needed.

On November 15, 2024, Anabia was admitted to the University of Lahore Teaching Hospital. The next day, Dr. Faiz Rasool performed her surgery, successfully corrected her heart defects, and restored proper blood flow. She remained in the hospital for five days, receiving post-operative care. On November 21, 2024, Anabia was discharged in stable condition from the hospital.

Anabia’s parents shared their gratitude by saying:

“We were scared for our daughter’s future, but now, she is recovering well. Thank you for giving her a chance to live a healthy and happy life. We will never forget your kindness.”

Anabia is now on her path to recovery. Her parents are overjoyed to see her breathing easily and gaining weight. This change was made possible by your generous support. Anabia’s family extends their deepest gratitude for your help in giving her a healthier future.