Siete – A Brave Victory Against the Odds
Age: 3 years old
Siete's Story
Baby Siete (Saw Nay Blu Htoo), a 3-year-old Karen boy born on October 29, 2022, arrived from a remote hill tribe near the Thai-Myanmar border with life-threatening abdominal swelling. A congenital ureter stricture went undetected for too long, causing severe hydronephrosis and complete kidney failure on one side.
Thanks to donor contributions, Siete was transferred to specialized children's hospitals in Bangkok for critical testing and life-saving surgery.
Diagnosis & Condition
Congenital ureter stricture causing severe hydronephrosis and complete right kidney failure — identified via ultrasound in Myanmar and confirmed through investigations at Paholpolpayuhasena Hospital and specialized hospitals in Bangkok.
Treatment Plan
VCUG test completed (ruled out bladder outlet obstruction)
Furosemide Renogram at Ratchavithi Hospital to assess kidney function
Specialist consultation confirmed surgical approach
Successful right nephrectomy (kidney removal) — April 10, 2025
Post-operative recovery and discharge — October 2025
Medical Journey
March 2024: Siete's parents noticed his abdominal swelling and leg edema. Medical care was unavailable due to the remoteness of their location.
April 2024: At Dawei hospital in Myanmar, an ultrasound revealed hydronephrosis and a suspected mass. Surgery was advised but unattainable due to financial constraints.
August 26, 2024: Transferred to Paholpolpayuhasena Hospital in Thailand. Initial investigations confirmed the severity of his condition.
September 2, 2024: Underwent a VCUG test, ruling out bladder outlet obstruction. Hydronephrosis persisted, requiring referral to Bangkok Children's Hospital.
January 3, 2025: Visited Be Well Clinic for continued monitoring and consultations.
February 7, 2025: Furosemide Renogram at Ratchavithi Hospital to assess kidney function.
March 6, 2025: Follow-up with specialist at Ratchavithi Hospital to discuss treatment plan based on renogram results.
April 10, 2025: Surgeons successfully removed the damaged right kidney. The surgery was a success.
October 2025: Discharged from hospital, recovering well. Confirmed he can live a healthy life with one functioning kidney.
Current: Siete is back home in Myanmar with his family.
Progress Updates
Furosemide Renogram Scheduled
Appointment scheduled at Ratchavithi Hospital for a Furosemide Renogram to assess kidney function and finalize the next course of treatment.
Be Well Clinic Monitoring Visit
Siete visited Be Well Clinic for continued monitoring and consultations with health professionals. This visit provided updated recommendations for next steps in his treatment.
VCUG Test Completed
Siete underwent a VCUG test, ruling out bladder outlet obstruction and urethral stricture. Hydronephrosis persisted, requiring referral to Bangkok Children's Hospital for specialized care.
Transfer to Thailand — Initial Assessment
Siete was transferred to Paholpolpayuhasena Hospital in Thailand, where initial investigations confirmed the severity of his condition. Multiple tests, including ultrasound and X-rays, were conducted to assess the damage.
Ultrasound in Myanmar Reveals Kidney Mass
At Dawei hospital in Myanmar, an ultrasound revealed hydronephrosis and a suspected mass. Surgery was advised but was financially unattainable for the family.
Symptoms Noticed — Abdominal Swelling
Siete's parents noticed his abdominal swelling and leg edema. Medical care was unavailable due to the remoteness of their location near the Thai-Myanmar border.
The Difference You Made
Thanks to your generosity, Siete received life-saving surgery to remove his damaged kidney. Your donations covered everything: the surgery, the diagnostic tests, and the complex logistics of transporting him and his mother from their remote village to specialized hospitals in Bangkok. Siete can now live a healthy life with one functioning kidney.
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