Doctors at the National Institute of Child Health (NICH), Karachi, achieved a groundbreaking medical milestone by successfully separating two-month-old conjoined twins, Naila and Shumaila, from Naushahro Feroze. The complex 10-12 hour surgery was conducted by a team of 10 medical professionals, including expert surgeons from major hospitals in Karachi.
The twins, born on September 10, faced a life-threatening condition. Their parents, Ghulam Mustafa, and his wife, struggled financially to arrange the surgery. However, NICH covered all medical expenses, ensuring the procedure could go ahead.
Specialists from NICH collaborated with experts from Aga Khan University Hospital, the National Institute of Cardiovascular Diseases (NICVD), and the Sindh Institute of Child Health and Neonatology (SICHN). Private hospital consultants also contributed to the planning phase, according to NICH Executive Director Dr. Nasir Suddle.
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“The surgery was challenging, but it was a success due to teamwork and expertise. Both girls are now in good health,” Prof. Suddle stated.
The twins’ grandmother expressed heartfelt gratitude to the medical team. “We had no resources for the operation. I thank everyone who helped save our girls,” she said.
This achievement highlights the remarkable advancements in pediatric surgery and collaborative healthcare in Pakistan.
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