Esduard Rivera
Background
While visiting another patient in El Ojochal in April 2015, we met this 7-month-old boy who had already been diagnosed with hydrocephalus – an accumulation of fluid on the brain. Because of the family’s inability to pay for further treatment for Esduard, we opened a case for him.
Next Steps
We brought Esduard to the neurologist in July 2015, and after reviewing the MRI results he preferred to wait a few more months to determine the placement of the shunt. Esduard’s next appointment is in December 2015. We anticipate this case needing about $5,000 in donations to complete all treatments.
UPDATE: January 28, 2016
Today, Esduard had a follow-up appointment with the neurologist, Dr. Fajardo. Esduard is still in good condition and will be seen again next month. The doctor ordered another CT scan to track his progress.
Call to Action
Please consider making a contribution to Esduard’s medical care. He will need a series of follow-up appointments, and eventually the surgery to place the shunt.
For more information please contact patient.referral@globalbrigades.org.