- Request received04/08/2025
- Checked & confirmed30/09/2025
- Fundraising30/09/2025
- Treatment provided07/12/2025
- Invoice paid20/03/2026
- Case closed28/05/2026
Why is treatment sometimes done earlier than the payment?
When a case is urgent and vital, hospitals often proceed with delivering medical care right away to save a life, even before the finalisation of admission procedures. Usually, when this happens, hospitals put the bill on our credit until the funds are transferred to their accounts. That’s why the chronology can sometimes be in disorder.
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Amina I., 20
Report publishedEmergency care
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$190
About emergency care
Appendicitis is a common and serious medical condition involving the inflammation of the appendix, a small finger-shaped pouch attached to the large intestine. It is a medical emergency that requires prompt medical attention. If left untreated, the appendix can rupture, leading to a widespread and potentially life-threatening infection of the abdominal cavity called peritonitis.
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Ayaji Medical and Diagnostic Center
Sarkin Hausawa Ward, Opposite AY Maikifi Filling Station, Gashua, Yobe State, Nigeria
Background
Amina from amshi village is happily married to Ahmad who is a farmer and loved to help people, Amina wanted to become a teacher if she has the chance to become one . Amina had been experiencing right illiac Fossa pain associated with fever and vomiting, she was brought to Ayaji. Upon presentation at our hospital, Amina was properly evaluation and was diagnosed with Ruptured Appendicitis. She was rushed for an emergency surgery.
Medical history
The child was promptly prepared for an emergency appendectomy, a surgical procedure to remove the inflamed appendix. Before surgery, the child was kept nil per oral (NPO) to reduce the risk of complications during anesthesia. Intravenous (IV) fluids were started to maintain hydration and correct any electrolyte imbalance. Broad-spectrum IV antibiotics, such as ceftriaxone and metronidazole, were administered to control infection and help prevent perforation or spread. Pain was managed with appropriate analgesics like paracetamol or ibuprofen, and the child was closely monitored while awaiting surgery. The operation was performed under general anesthesia, using either an open or laparoscopic (minimally invasive) approach, depending on the child’s condition and available resources. Recovery and Postoperative Care After surgery, the child was closely observed in the recovery unit until fully awake and stable. Vital signs were regularly monitored, and adequate pain relief was maintained with prescribed medications. Postoperative antibiotics were continued for a short duration, especially in cases with a higher risk of infection. The surgical wound was inspected routinely for signs of complications such as redness, swelling, discharge, or bleeding. Feeding was gradually reintroduced, starting with clear fluids and advancing to a normal diet as tolerated. Early mobilization was encouraged to support faster recovery and reduce the risk of complications such as chest infections or blood clots.
Prognosis
Amina had a Ruptured Appendix due to the Acute Appendicitis which is a medical emergency and is life-threatening. If not treated urgently and with proper treatment, the prognosis can be poor and can result to death. In this case with emergency surgery, her prognosis is much better.
