The brave young potholes rise up in the midst of the death line
Among the miraculous revival stories at the Pre-Nativity Festival, the journey of Mr. Nguyen Xuan Tuyen's family left many emotions. Seven years ago, Ha Vi and Ha Chau were born at week 24, weighing only 600g and 650g - as small as an adult's hand, with weak breathing, slow heart rate and a very fragile chance of survival. For many days, the children had to use a ventilator, be monitored continuously and given intensive intervention to maintain their safety.
One of the two children was found to have a large artery tube that affected the synthesis. Internal medicine treatment did not meet the requirements, the Vinmec team had to consult with many specialties to decide on surgery intervention. With the participation of Prof. Dr. Nguyen Thanh Liem - Director of Vinmec Stem Cell Research and Genetic Technology Institute, the surgery was successfully performed, opening up new hope for life for the baby.
After surgery, the child still went through a stress recovery phase with many vasomates to maintain blood flow. Thanks to the continuous efforts of the medical team and the determination of the two children, both gradually stopped breathing and recovered every day.
Mr. Tuyen emotionally recalled: "Every time the doctor calls me, my heart falls apart. Seeing my children as small, sometimes I dare not hope. But miraculously, the children overcame it.
After 6 months of care at the Vinmec Times City Neonatal Department, the two children have overcome the dangerous stage, each heartbeat and breathing are closely monitored. Each intervention must be absolutely accurate to protect the lungs, heart and brain the extremely immature organs of extremely young children.
On the day she returned today, Ha Vi - one of the two twins - appeared with a radiant, healthy and innocent smile like many other little friends. The child's journey became a living proof of the extraordinary determination of the "young children" who were once at the cross of life and death.
Mr. Tuyen shared: "Seeing the children healthy, I am extremely grateful. For my family, that journey was truly a miracle.
Not only Ha Vi and Ha Chau, the story of two children Mit (1.4kg) and Na (1.7kg), twins born prematurely at 33 weeks, also silenced the hall. The two children sent a handwritten letter to their "second family" - Vinmec doctors and nurses", writing sincere thanks for keeping warm, monitoring each heartbeat and breath and encouraging their parents in difficult times. The children call the doctors "silent heroes" - those who have given their children a complete start.
Where every small life is protected by the highest standards of medicine
Prematurehood Festival: Young Adults Unusual Will is not only an occasion to show gratitude to the medical team but also a moment for parents to look back on their childrens miraculous journey. The image of children who used to be in NICU, their little hands being cared for or the nervous eyes of their parents every year moved many people.
Within the framework of the festival, Vinmec doctors conducted a general examination and evaluated the development of premature babies according to the Denver II scale. The children also participated in fun activities, wrote wishes on "Cay Anh Sang" and received special gifts dedicated to the "brave warriors".
BSCKII Mai Kieu Anh, Head of Vinmec Times City Neonatal Department, shared: Before the festival, we were as excited as if waiting for our loved ones to return. Premature babies have stayed with us for many months, so the relationship is not just a doctor - a patient but a relative. Today, seeing the children healthy, the joy is hard to describe.
Since its establishment, Vinmec Times City Neonatal Department has received 32,162 children, of which 1,230 were premature, with a life expectancy rate of 97.54%. Behind that number is the perseverance, dedication and "uncompromising hands" of the team of doctors and nurses. That success is the result of the coordination between specialties, precision techniques and love for children.
With a system-wide standardized professional platform, Vinmec has become one of the leading units in premature care, especially premature babies with a low rate of severe complications. The model of caring for 1 nurse - 1 child, modern equipment and a synchronous treatment regimen help minimize complications, reduce the risk of infection and create a solid foundation for early childhood development.
Prof. Dr. Tran Trung Dung - General Director of Vinmec Health System - shared at the event: "When I see children who were once small and run with their hands, I deeply feel the value of the journey Vinmec is pursuing. Every life preserved is the crystallization of knowledge, perseverance and unlimited love.
