KNH Confirms Death of All Five Quintuplets Referred from Thika Level Five Hospital
KNH said the babies were born at an extremely premature gestational age of 25 weeks and had critically low birth weights.
Kenyatta National Hospital (KNH) has officially acknowledged the demise of all five quintuplets who were transferred to the hospital from Thika Level Five Hospital for specialized tertiary care. In a statement released on Wednesday, KNH revealed that the infants were born at an extraordinarily early gestational age of 25 weeks and exhibited critically low birth weights.
The hospital elaborated that the newborns encountered substantial clinical hurdles from the moment they were admitted, which led to the activation of its comprehensive Neonatal team. This team was composed of neonatologists, nurses, and other allied health professionals who offered specialized care and endeavored to support the babies in any way possible.
Regrettably, KNH disclosed that despite the unwavering dedication of their medical teams and the high level of specialized care given, all five newborns ultimately succumbed. The hospital conveyed a profound sense of sorrow over this loss and offered its heartfelt condolences to the mother and the entire family. Dr Joel Lessan, the Acting Chief Executive Officer of Kenyatta National Hospital, signed off the statement.
The hospital refrained from furnishing further specifics regarding the circumstances that led to the tragic deaths.
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