( MENAFN - IANS) Chandigarh, Oct 30 (IANS) In a historic first, two-year-old Kenyan boy Prosper became the youngest pancreatic donor in India, granting two terminally ill renal failure patients a renewed opportunity for health and happiness through simultaneous pancreas and kidney transplant in one and solo kidney transplant in another. Additionally, the family's selfless decision has enabled cornea transplantation, giving two more individuals the precious 'gift of sight', thereby impacting four lives. In a significant milestone, this was the first foreign national case of organ donation at PGIMER, Chandigarh.
In a poignant twist of fate, Lunda Kayumba, affectionately known as Prosper, has become an unexpected beacon of hope for those in need of organ transplants. The family of Prosper has made the brave decision to donate his organs, instilling a sense of purpose and life in the wake of immense loss. Prof.
Vivek Lal, Director of PGIMER, expressed heartfelt condolences to the grieving family during this tragic time and stated, "This case highlights the critical importance of organ donation. The loss of such a young life is profoundly tragic, but the noble choice made by Prosper's family serves as a powerful reminder of the extraordinary potential for kindness, turning a moment of despair into a precious gift of life for others." On October 17, Prosper sustained a severe injury from an accidental fall at home and was immediately rushed to PGIMER in extremely critical condition.
