2nd Chance treats congenital disease, burn sequelae, infectious diseases
Before surgery this young boy was suffering from neck contractures as a consequence of burns.
He can’t move his head, move his eyes or close his mouth.
He is socially excluded because of his physical aspect.
After surgery, he can open his eyes, move his head, open and close his mouth.
He can hope for a better life
2nd Chance treats giant goiters
“Giant goiter” refers to enlargement of the thyroid.
The thyroid can become very large so that it can easily be seen as a mass in the neck.
A 2 years follow up has been performed with excellent results on 65% of the patients
(no hypothyroidy, no recurrent palsy, no infection, 100% improved life)
2nd Chance treats patient suffering from colorectal injuries due to delivery or post sexual trauma
An obstetric fistula can be successfully treated with surgery.
With perineal re-education and social reinsertion these women have a good chance to return to a normal life with full control of her bodily functions.
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