Feb 9 • 21:11 UTC 🇦🇷 Argentina Clarin (ES)

Ariana's struggle, the baby from La Matanza who received a heart transplant

Ariana, a ten-month-old baby from La Matanza, Argentina, received a heart transplant after months of hospitalization and being on the waiting list.

Ariana is a ten-month-old baby girl from La Tablada in La Matanza, Argentina, who recently underwent a heart transplant on February 4. She spent an extensive seven months in intensive care and five months on the waiting list at the National Central Unique Coordinator for Donation and Transplantation (INCUCAI). Her family created a social media account named @uncorazonparaari to share updates on her health and journey with the public.

Diagnosed with dilated cardiomyopathy with severe left ventricular dysfunction, a condition that affects the heart muscle and impairs its ability to pump blood, Ariana's health was critically monitored. The family reported she was hospitalized at the Hospital Italiano from September 5 until she received the crucial news about the availability of a donor heart. They expressed immense gratitude, stating on social media, 'Today life has given us a chance we will never forget.'

Following a complex surgery, Ariana's story serves as a powerful reminder of the challenges faced by families with children needing organ transplants. It highlights the importance of organ donation and the support systems that can emerge within communities during difficult times. The public engagement through social media in Ariana's case potentially raises awareness and encourages others to consider becoming donors, impacting many lives beyond just her own.

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