The baby was born prematurely at 24 weeks, significantly earlier than the typical 39-40 weeks for a full-term pregnancy.
A premature baby delivered at just 24 weeks of pregnancy and weighing only 640 grams, was successfully saved by doctors at Fortis Hospital, Vasant Kunj in New Delhi after a challenging 90-day battle in the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU). The baby, born 16 weeks before the full 40-week term, faced severe and immediate health challenges, placing him at the edge of medical viability. Weighing far below average and showing no signs of crying at birth, his heart rate was dangerously low, prompting immediate concern.
Doctors at Fortis Vasant Kunj described his survival as a “micro preemie miracle,” as infants born this prematurely often face overwhelming odds. A team of paediatricians and specialists quickly began advanced resuscitation and placed the newborn under constant intensive care, using life support and continuous monitoring to stabilise his fragile condition.
Challenges:
From the outset, the case was extremely critical. The newborn arrived without crying and had a dangerously low heart rate. The infant faced a host of life-threatening complications, including underfunctioning lungs and kidneys, the risk of brain bleeding, infections, and cardiovascular instability.
During the first week, the baby’s condition became even more fragile, with weight dropping to just 550 grams.
Treatment:
The medical team, led by Dr. Rahul Nagpal and Dr. Shradha Joshi, provided round-the-clock intensive care, including long-term ventilator support, careful fluid management, and strict infection control measures.
The baby’s lungs were severely underdeveloped, leaving him unable to breathe on his own. He was placed on prolonged and advanced ventilator support, with life-saving medications administered in carefully measured doses.
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