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Eight-year-old boy discharged after 23 months in ICU at Haryana hospital
A child who spent nearly two years in the pediatric ICU at Rohtak's PGIMS has been discharged in stable condition. The boy's parents maintained vigil throughout his extended hospitalization, with nursing staff becoming integral to the family's journey.
LSN India ·
An eight-year-old boy has been discharged from the Pediatric Intensive Care Unit (PICU) at Post Graduate Institute of Medical Sciences (PGIMS) in Rohtak after spending 23 consecutive months in the facility. The child, who was admitted in critical condition on October 5, 2023, has been cleared by doctors to return home in a stable state.
The extended hospitalization witnessed remarkable dedication from the child's family. His mother maintained a constant bedside vigil throughout the nearly two-year period, while his father abandoned his livelihood as a taxi driver to remain at the hospital and oversee his son's care. The family's commitment to the child's recovery was matched by the hospital's nursing staff, who became an integral support system during the prolonged treatment.
The successful discharge represents a significant milestone for both the medical team and the family. The case underscores the emotional and financial strain that extended ICU admissions place on families, while highlighting the collaborative efforts required between medical professionals and families in managing critical pediatric cases.
PGIMS authorities have not disclosed specific details regarding the child's underlying medical condition or the treatments administered during the hospitalization. The hospital is expected to continue monitoring the child's progress through outpatient follow-up appointments.