On June 23, Danang Hospital for Women and Children said the premature infant had been discharged in stable condition after more than three months of intensive treatment and specialised care.
The infant was discharged after more than three months of treatment (Photo: Hospital).
According to the hospital, the mother was visiting Danang from Singapore while 25 weeks pregnant when she suddenly developed worrying symptoms and was rushed to hospital.
Doctors diagnosed her with severe preeclampsia, a life-threatening pregnancy complication that can endanger both mother and baby.
Medical staff worked to prolong the pregnancy for two weeks to improve the baby's chances of survival. However, when signs of fetal distress emerged, doctors decided to perform an emergency caesarean section.
The baby girl was delivered at 27 weeks' gestation, weighing only 720 grammes. Infants born this prematurely and at such a low birth weight face a high risk of death and serious complications.
Immediately after birth, the newborn required intensive respiratory support and specialised neonatal care. At one stage, she needed mechanical ventilation and medication to maintain vital functions.
In a letter sent to the hospital, Chen, the baby's father, recalled the ordeal that began more than three months ago. On March 10, the family arrived in Danang for a holiday before returning to Singapore to await the birth of their daughter.
However, shortly before their scheduled flight home, their plans changed dramatically.
"Just before our flight home, my wife suddenly became ill. We were told her condition was very serious. Our lives were turned upside down overnight," Chen wrote.
The father said one of the most difficult aspects of the experience was being in a foreign country and unable to communicate fluently with medical staff.
"We were facing a life-and-death situation abroad, with no one speaking the same language. Most of the time, we could only communicate with doctors through Google Translate," he said.
The weeks spent in hospital were filled with anxiety, as every phone call or message from doctors brought uncertainty. However, Chen said the dedication and professionalism of the medical team helped the family endure the crisis.
"No words can fully express our gratitude. Despite the significant language barrier, the doctors and nurses were always patient, kind and understanding. We were fortunate to receive such support," he wrote.
The hospital said that after more than three months of treatment, the infant overcame the critical stage, was breathing independently, feeding well and developing steadily. She reached a weight of more than 2.6 kilogrammes and met all medical requirements for discharge.
