2024-09-28 23:10:00
In many cases the difference between fiction and reality does not exist. As an example, Mexico is very close to carrying out the the first complete eye transplant in Latin America. It is a blade which is very rarely done in other areas of the world due to its complexity and high cost.
This situation reminds us of the movie Eyes / Eyes (also called Face it) from 1997. In the film you can see the characters played by Nicolas Cage y John Travolta they exchanged glances. Although the story takes many liberties and is too much, it is something that could happen in today’s world.
The story behind the fatal accident
The life of Bat José Olmos García changed completely on August 31, 2017, when an accident in his work as a brick faced him with one of the greatest challenges that one can experience. In your case, a high voltage discharge It enters through your head and exits through your legs, causing the total death of the tissues in your legs and feet destruction of your face.
“I was taking laps like every day, when I got into a pool and a rope pulled me. I was electrocuted. The release caused immediate havoc. The gangrene progressed rapidly and doctors had to amputate both legs to save his life. My brothers didn’t want to, but they finally made up their mind. At that time, my heart gave me four, but here, I continue to fight,” said Adan with determination.
In addition to losing his leg, the accident left devastating results on his face. It was covered by the medical staff big bangwhich results in the loss of the mouth, nose, ears and eyelids.
A bat can distinguish shades and must use plastic to keep its eyes moist because it cannot close them. With more than 40 surgeries under his belt, he has shown unparalleled strength.
Every day he gets out of bed and can move around thanks to a pair of prostheses. In addition, he strengthens his arms and back by doing weights so that they are stronger so that it is easier for him to walk.
“It’s hard to be like this and continue to fight with everyday life, it’s very strong, but I continue to struggle. I have faced very difficult times, but until now, I will not stop.”
Mexico may be the first eye transplant in Latin America
Despite everything, Adam keeps hope alive and has a dream that can make history. He wants to become The first patient to receive a full face transplant in Mexico and Latin America. The lessons have already been done and you are ready for the process, but there is still one important thing: finding a helper.
Medical, scientific and human challenge will not only represent a great advance for medicine in the region, but also have the opportunity to give it a new life. He hopes to regain his freedom, part of what the accident took from him.
What is the cost of the first complete eye transplant in Mexico?
To achieve the the first complete eye transplant in Latin America It also requires a significant amount of financial resources. The costs include the operation, hospitalization, clinical tests, drugs and rehabilitation, which is three million pesos.
With the aim of reaching the goal, his fans have started collecting solidarity through the platform GoFundMe. Through donations we seek to raise the necessary amount to perform the surgery and improve the quality of life of Adan.
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