Asix-year-old girl remains in critical condition in the intensive care unit
Asix-year-old girl remains in critical condition in the intensive care unit at a children’s hospital in Athens after developing encephalitis following complications from influenza, hospital officials said.
The child was admitted with a high fever and seizures and was found to be dehydrated. Doctors immediately placed her on a ventilator and carried out CT and MRI scans, which confirmed that encephalitis had developed as a complication of the flu.
Medical staff say the girl is fighting for her life and that the next 24 hours will be critical, as the brain inflammation has caused serious complications. She continues to be treated in the ICU at the Children’s Hospital Agia Sophia.
At the same time, doctors reported more positive news regarding a three-year-old child who is also being treated for influenza in intensive care. The child was initially transferred in critical condition to a hospital in Corinth, where he was intubated before being moved to Athens. His condition has now improved and he may be transferred to a regular hospital ward later on Saturday.
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