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Thomas' Recovery from Respiratory Failure, Kidney injury, and Pneumonia

Thomas experienced seizures leading to respiratory failure, pneumonia, and airway blockage requiring ventilation.

 

A Patient Success Story from Kindred Hospital Melbourne

A neighbor found Thomas having seizures and took him to the hospital. His illness progressed to respiratory failure.

AT ADMISSION

Thomas was diagnosed with respiratory failure, pneumonia, and an airway blockage, requiring a ventilator. He also had severe malnutrition, temporary kidney injury, and rhabdomyolysis (muscle breakdown).

TREATMENT AT KINDRED

At Kindred Hospital Melbourne, Thomas received care from the pulmonary, infectious disease, rehabilitation, and nutrition teams. He was weaned from the ventilator and had his tracheostomy removed. He underwent surgery to treat a bowel obstruction. Thomas also completed treatment for his infections, returned to an oral diet, and made gains in strength and mobility.

OUTCOME

After 13 days, Thomas returned home with home health services, moving toward rejoining his wife, four children, and seven grandchildren.

“I am here today because of all of you.”

Learn more about: Kidney Care and Respiratory Care