Azan Ali’s Heart Surgery was Successful

Azan Ali's Story

Azan Ali, a 5-year-old boy from Kasur, Punjab, had been struggling with breathlessness, chest discomfort, and cyanosis since birth. These symptoms, coupled with his low weight and frail appearance, were a constant source of worry for his family. Deeply concerned about his condition, his parents consulted a doctor. After a thorough examination, Azan was diagnosed with Tetralogy of Fallot (TOF) – a congenital heart defect involving four abnormalities in the heart’s structure. The doctor recommended open-heart surgery to correct these issues. Unfortunately, the surgical cost was overwhelming for Azan’s family.

Azan’s family lived in a small two-room mud house with seven members. His father, a daily wage laborer earning just PKR 15,000 per month, struggles to provide for the family’s basic needs. Affording the high cost of Azan’s surgery seemed like an impossible task. Desperate to save their son, Azan’s parents turned to Transparent Hands for support. After hearing their heartfelt plea, we registered Azan’s case and assured his family that we would arrange the surgery Azan needed.

On December 11, 2024, Azan was admitted to Ittefaq Hospital in Lahore. The skilled cardiac surgeon, Dr. Asim Khan, performed his open-heart surgery on December 13, 2024. During the procedure, the structural defects in Azan’s heart were repaired, allowing his heart to function properly. Azan remained under observation in the hospital for four days and was discharged in stable condition on December 17, 2024.

Azan’s parents were overwhelmed with gratitude and shared:

“Our son’s life has been changed. Watching him struggle every day was heartbreaking, but now he can breathe easily and move around without difficulty. We are deeply thankful to everyone who supported us.”

Azan is now healing, enjoying a life that allows him to play and grow like other children. His family extends their heartfelt thanks to you and the Pakistan Children’s Heart Foundation for giving their son a healthy and happy future. Together, you’ve truly made a difference in Azan’s life.