Mater Hospital Heart Transplant Anniversary – Ireland’s First
Here’s a breakdown of the provided text, focusing on key data about Eva Mikuta’s heart transplant journey:
Eva Mikuta’s Story:
Background: Originally from Poland, living in ireland as 2006.
Diagnosis: Diagnosed with dilated cardiomyopathy in 2017. Her condition worsened despite medication.
Implantable Cardioverter-Defibrillator: Had one implanted for six months,but her condition continued to decline,leaving her unable to walk adn with breathing difficulties. Transplant at Mater Hospital: Admitted to the Mater Hospital in September 2018, placed on the transplant list October 1st, and received a new heart just 32 days later.
Remarkable Recovery:
Was able to cycle on an exercise bike in the hospital days after surgery,still connected to ivs and monitors.
Returned to horse riding (her horse is named Unicorn) just four months after the transplant. She had named the horse while in the hospital,inspired by a stuffed unicorn gift.
Post-Transplant Care: Receives care from clinical nurse specialists like Tomcy Baby, who finds it rewarding to follow patients’ journeys.
Key Details about the Hospital:
* The Mater Hospital is celebrating its 40th anniversary of heart transplants.