
Brain-dead 13-year-old Hyderabad girl gives six patients a new lease of life
What Happened?
A 13-year-old girl from Hyderabad, Guda Rohitha, was declared brain dead after a road accident. Her family donated her organs, saving six lives.
Key points
- Guda Rohitha was critically injured in a road accident on October 20.
- She was declared brain dead on October 30 after medical efforts failed.
- Her family consented to donate her organs under the Jeevandan programme.
- Two kidneys, two portions of her liver, and two corneas were retrieved.
- The donation benefited six patients in need of transplants.
- Hyderabad Police Commissioner VC Sajjanar praised the family's decision.
Key insights
- Rohitha's decision to donate her organs may encourage more families to consider organ donation.
- The incident raises awareness about road safety and the importance of organ donation.
- The success of the Jeevandan programme in facilitating organ donations can lead to more lives being saved.
Why it matters
This story highlights the impact of organ donation, potentially inspiring others to consider it.
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