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Success! Roeuk from Cambodia raised $465 to fund fracture surgery so he can drink and eat without pain.

Roeuk
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  • $465 raised, $0 to go
$465
raised
$0
to go
Fully funded
Roeuk's treatment was fully funded on August 19, 2022.

Photo of Roeuk post-operation

September 17, 2022

Roeuk underwent fracture surgery so he can drink and eat without pain.

After traveling six hours with his wife to our medical partner CSC, Roeuk underwent successful surgery to treat his left mandibular fracture. As part of his recovery process, Roeuk’s jaw will be wired shut for two weeks, and he’ll use a saltwater rinse to decrease any risk of infection. Once he has completely healed, Roeuk’s pain should fully disappear. He will be able to eat solid food again and return to work to help support his family.

Roeuk’s wife shared, “We are relieved that Roeuk survived his accident, and his injuries are better. We want to thank the CSC staff and thank all the donors.”

After traveling six hours with his wife to our medical partner CSC, Roeuk underwent successful surgery to treat his left mandibular fracture...

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April 6, 2022

Roeuk is a 34-year-old farmer who is married and has two daughters. His 10-year-old daughter is in the fifth grade and his younger daughter is five years old. Roeuk’s wife is also a farmer.

Last month, Roeuk fell from the 3rd story and fractured his right humerus, left tibia, and left mandibular. After the accident he received treatment for the humerus fracture at another hospital. He arrived at Children’s Surgical Centre (CSC) with pain from the left mandibular fracture. It is difficult for him to drink and eat food.

Fortunately, surgeons at our medical partner, Children’s Surgical Centre, can help. On April 6th, Roeuk will undergo a fracture repair procedure, which will cost $465. This will heal his fracture and relieve his pain.

Roeuk is hopeful that after surgery he will be out of pain and be able to eat and drink more easily again so he can get healthy.

Roeuk is a 34-year-old farmer who is married and has two daughters. His 10-year-old daughter is in the fifth grade and his younger daughter ...

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Roeuk's Timeline

  • April 6, 2022
    PROFILE SUBMITTED

    Roeuk was submitted by Sieng Heng at Children's Surgical Centre.

  • April 6, 2022
    TREATMENT OCCURRED

    Roeuk received treatment at Kien Khleang National Rehabilitation Centre in Cambodia. Medical partners often provide care to patients accepted by Watsi before those patients are fully funded, operating under the guarantee that the cost of care will be paid for by donors.

  • April 8, 2022
    PROFILE PUBLISHED

    Roeuk's profile was published to start raising funds.

  • August 19, 2022
    FULLY FUNDED

    Roeuk's treatment was fully funded.

  • September 17, 2022
    TREATMENT UPDATE

    Roeuk's treatment was successful. Read the update.

Funded by 8 donors

Funded by 8 donors

Treatment
ORIF / External Fixation / Fracture
  • Cost Breakdown
  • Diagnosis
  • Procedure
On average, it costs $465 for Roeuk's treatment
Hospital Fees
$65
Medical Staff
$311
Medication
$0
Supplies
$81
Labs
$3
Radiology
$5
  • Symptoms
  • Impact on patient's life
  • Cultural or regional significance

​What kinds of symptoms do patients experience before receiving treatment?

Patients in need of open reduction internal fixation (ORIF) surgeries experience painful fractures or recurrent dislocations. Usually, these injuries result from traffic accidents or other trauma injuries.

​What is the impact on patients’ lives of living with these conditions?

Living with an abnormal or deformed bone limits function and can interfere with daily activities. It is also extremely painful.

What cultural or regional factors affect the treatment of these conditions?

Due to lack of helmet usage and weak enforcement of traffic laws, there is a high rate of traffic accidents in Cambodia. This causes many of the fractures and bone dislocations our medical partner sees.

  • Process
  • Impact on patient's life
  • Risks and side-effects
  • Accessibility
  • Alternatives

What does the treatment process look like?

The deformed or abnormal bone is broken and correctly aligned, and any fragments are fixed. Following the realignment of the bone, metal plates, pins, rods, wires, or screws are attached to the bone for stabilization as the internal fixation.

What is the impact of this treatment on the patient’s life?

Patients will experience restored function and mobility and reduced pain. Patients regain independence and return to work, school, and family life.

What potential side effects or risks come with this treatment?

Complications from this surgery are rare but include infection, nerve damage, blood clots, and tissue irritation from the hardware.

How accessible is treatment in the area? What is the typical journey like for a patient to receive care?

Rural Cambodians often self-medicate or seek treatment from traditional healers because they cannot afford hospital treatment. Many patients are referred to CSC by word of mouth.

What are the alternatives to this treatment?

There is no alternative care for this treatment.

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