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Family looks for help with medical expenses as 2-year-old recovers from open-heart surgery
kutv.com • • health
Key Points:
- A 2-year-old boy named Silas from St. George is recovering in the ICU after open-heart surgery due to sepsis caused by Strep A, with doctors warning he may lose several limbs, including a high chance of losing his left leg and possible loss of hands or fingers.
- Silas' condition worsened after initial visits to St. George Regional Hospital where his symptoms were misdiagnosed as rhinovirus, delaying critical treatment until he developed a blood clot and cardiac arrest, necessitating emergency surgery in Salt Lake City.
- His parents describe the experience as terrifying and overwhelming, emphasizing their hope for Silas to survive and adapt to a new life despite potential limb loss, while urging other parents to cherish time with their children.
- A GoFundMe campaign has been launched to help cover unexpected medical expenses, travel, meals, and lost income as the family remains by Silas' side during his recovery.
