- Request received16/04/2026
- Checked & confirmed30/04/2026
- Fundraising30/04/2026
- Treatment provided05/06/2026
- Invoice paid30/06/2026
- Case closed
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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Sarah C., 18
In treatmentPregnancy
27
$385
About pregnancy
Cephalopelvic disproportion (CPD): A condition where the baby’s head is too large or the mother’s pelvis is too small, making safe vaginal delivery difficult or impossible. Septicemia: A serious bloodstream infection where bacteria enter the blood, leading to systemic inflammation and potentially life-threatening complications if untreated. Mild fetal distress: Early signs that the baby may not be getting enough oxygen, often detected through abnormal fetal heart rate patterns or reduced movements, but not yet severe.
Thank you for saving this life!
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$385 raised of $385
Mt Elgon Subcounty Hospital
Kapsokwony-Kimilili road
Background
Sarah is an 18-year-old Form Three school dropout from a local day secondary school. She is respectful, responsible, and hardworking, and was highly regarded by both her teachers and peers. She enjoys playing football and demonstrates great passion and teamwork, with dreams of becoming a top footballer in the future. She lives with her aunt, who is the sole provider and earns a modest income from selling firewood to meet their basic needs. Despite financial challenges, Sarah remains determined to pursue her goals. Sarah presented to the hospital in labour, accompanied by her mother, with complaints of severe lower abdominal pain, headache, pain radiating to the back, and per vaginal drainage at home. On examination, she had an abnormal fetal heart rate, reduced fetal movements, and cervical dilation of 2 cm that remained unchanged for several hours. Meconium-stained liquor (grade 2) was noted. She was diagnosed with cephalopelvic disproportion and septicemia, and the unborn baby had mild fetal distress. Due to these complications, an emergency caesarean section was recommended.
Medical history
Sarah came to the hospital in labour accompanied by her mother with complains of; headache lAPs radiating to the back increasing in frequency and intensity,P.v bleeding before coming to the hospital. On examination, abnormal heart rate, reduced fetal movement, Meconium grade 2 and cervical dilation at 2cm for several hours without any progress was noticed. Due to complications doctors recommended for emergency ceaserian section to be contacted immediately for the purpose of saving lives of mother and the baby. Operation was successful both mother and the baby were doing well and was discharged when stable and in good condition after some time.
Prognosis
Sarah’s condition was critical due to CPD, fetal distress, and septicemia, all of which posed significant risks to both mother and baby. The decision for an emergency caesarean section was appropriate and life-saving. With timely surgery, antibiotic therapy, and close monitoring, the prognosis is generally good. However, recovery will depend on effective infection control and post-operative care.
