Page 67 - MASALA Magazine Vol.15 Issue 5 | June - July 2024

Willem concludes, “Wonderful. Just one
word, wonderful, truly. I am very thankful
for the doctors and the team. I am very
happy, grateful, and again, thankful.”

Dr. Onkanita Arunaditya, M.D., an
obstetrics and gynaecology specialist,
shares her insights on a recent case handled
at Sukumvit Hospital. “Initially, the
parents had planned their birth elsewhere
but transitioned to Sukumvit Hospital
during Khun Waraporn’s thirtieth week of
pregnancy. Despite initially planning for a
natural birth, a detailed assessment revealed
some concerns, including slightly deficient
amniotic fluid. Upon admission at 37
weeks, it was discovered that her water had
broken an hour prior. Despite experiencing
contractions, her cervix did not further dilate,
prompting the administration of medication
to expedite contractions. However, upon
commencement of the C-Section, the infant DR. PANADDA CHANSARN, M.D.
was found to be unresponsive. Rapid action
by NICU (Neonatal Intensive Care Unit)
doctors facilitated immediate respiratory neonatal resuscitation. With rapid action,
support. The infant remained in the NICU we stabilised the baby’s heartbeat and
for a week, receiving respiratory assistance initiated respiratory support to address her
for four days before transitioning to close breathing difficulties. Subsequent intensive
after-care, ensuring her ability to breathe care at our NICU was crucial.
independently, swallow, and feed on breast
milk before discharge.” The availability of advanced facilities,
medical equipment, and skilled personnel
Dr. Onkanita highlights Sukumvit significantly mitigated the risk in this critical
Hospital’s NICU program as a cornerstone, case. Such emergencies are exceedingly
boasting expertise in ultrasounds and rare in well-equipped hospitals, typically
consultations to ensure optimal maternal occurring in less than one percent of
and infant care. The NICU’s capabilities births. At our NICU, comprehensive
enable prompt response to unforeseen assessments including blood tests, X-rays,
circumstances, mitigating risks and and neurological evaluations ensured
ensuring comprehensive care. Expectant Seacha received optimal care. She required
mothers considering Sukumvit Hospital respiratory support for four days followed by
for pregnancy and birth can rest assured three days of close monitoring before being
of its readiness and capabilities. discharged home.

Dr. Onkanita Arunaditya’s testimony Neither the parents nor our medical team
underscores the intricacies of childbirth, anticipated such a critical condition post-
emphasising the need for expertise and birth, yet our NICU capabilities were
vigilance. To delve deeper into this pivotal in swiftly addressing the respiratory
specific case and explore the complexities challenge.”
of childbirth, Dr. Panadda Chansarn, DR. ONKANITA ARUNADITYA, M.D
a specialist in Neonatal and Perinatal
Pediatrics at Sukumvit Hospital, will
provide additional insights into the event SUKUMVIT HOSPITAL
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unfolded differently. Upon delivery, the
infant exhibited a greenish tint to her
skin, was unresponsive, and had a weak
pulse—critical signs requiring immediate