Zakat Eligible: Yes

Location: Pune, Maharashtra

A 3-day-old newborn is fighting for survival at Motherhood Hospital after suffering severe respiratory failure due to Meconium Aspiration Syndrome (MAS) and Persistent Pulmonary Hypertension (PPHN). Despite emergency interventions—including intubation, surfactant therapy, and high-frequency ventilation—the baby remains critical and requires prolonged NICU care, specialized medications, and oxygen support.

• Respiratory Collapse: Baby struggles to breathe without ventilator support (100% FiO₂).

• Heart-Lung Complications: PPHN causes dangerously low oxygen levels, requiring costly drugs (Sildenafil, Noradrenaline, Milrinone).

• Infection Risk: On strong antibiotics (Meropenem, Amikacin) to prevent sepsis.

• Financial Burden: Estimated treatment cost: ₹5–8 lakhs (including ventilator, medications, and extended NICU stay).