Minahil’s Heart Surgery Gave Her a Fresh Start

Minahil Luqman's Story

Minahil Luqman, an 11-year-old girl from Bahawalpur, had faced breathlessness, chest discomfort, and fatigue since birth. In 2013, she underwent an arterial switch and VSD closure surgery to treat Transposition of the Great Arteries (TGA) and Ventricular Septal Defect (VSD). However, during a recent follow-up, her doctors discovered she had developed severe subvalvular pulmonary stenosis. The doctor recommended redo-open-heart surgery for Pulmonary Artery Plasty to correct the defect and improve her quality of life. However, the cost of the surgery was overwhelming for Minahil’s family.

Minahil lived in her uncle’s house with her parents and one sibling. Her father, the sole breadwinner in the family, worked as a daily wage laborer and brought in just PKR 15000 per month. This income was insufficient to cover even their household expenses. With limited resources, the family faced immense difficulty in affording Minahil’s surgery. With hope in their hearts, they turned to Transparent Hands for help. Upon hearing Minahil’s story, Transparent Hands quickly registered her case.

On November 13, 2024, Minahil was admitted to the Ittefaq Hospital in Lahore. The surgery was skillfully performed by Dr. Asim Khan on November 14, 2024. After staying under close medical observation for four days, Minahil was discharged in stable condition on November 18, 2024.

Minahil’s parents, overjoyed with relief, shared their gratitude as follows:

“Our daughter can now live a normal and healthy life. We had nowhere else to turn to but you supported Minahil’s surgery. You have given her a new chance at life. We cannot thank you enough for this kindness.”

Minahil is now recovering well and looks forward to a future full of possibilities. Her family is immensely grateful to you and the Pakistan Children’s Heart Foundation for making this life-changing surgery possible. Your support brought hope and healing to Minahil’s life.