Miracle at SUM: 772g Newborn Survives Against All Odds

  • Apr 16, 2026
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In a remarkable feat of medical science, doctors at SUM Hospital have saved a newborn baby girl born 26 weeks prematurely, weighing a mere 772 grams. What began as a moment of despair for the parents has turned into a celebration of life, thanks to three months of relentless clinical care.


Upon birth, the infant was rushed to the Neonatal ICU (NICU) with severe respiratory distress. The specialized medical team, led by Prof. (Dr.) Debashis Nanda, stabilized her using mechanical ventilation and advanced life support. Over 90 days, the team meticulously managed the complex complications associated with extreme prematurity.


The Road to Recovery:


Critical Care: Three months of intensive monitoring in the NICU.


Medical Triumph: Gradual reversal of life-threatening breathing and developmental issues.


Expert Team: A dedicated group of specialists, including Dr. Bhavgrahi Mallick and Dr. Ratan Kumar Das, worked around the clock to ensure her survival.


As the healthy baby girl was discharged, Dr. Nanda praised both the medical team’s expertise and the parents' unwavering patience. This success highlights SUM Hospital's capability in handling high-risk neonatal cases, giving hope to families facing similar medical crises.

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