RSUTH Acquires Transcranial Doppler Ultrasound Technique Facilities for Paediatric Sickle Cell Patients

In a groundbreaking stride towards enhanced healthcare for paediatric patients battling Sickle Cell Disease (SCD), the Rivers State University Teaching Hospital (RSUTH) has acquired and flagged off the globally endorsed Transcranial Doppler Ultrasound Scan (TCD) with free services to patients.

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This heralds a monumental leap for medical care in the South-South region of Nigeria, positioning RSUTH among the world's leading medical institutions in the management of Sickle Cell Disease.

The Chief Medical Director of RSUTH, Prof. Chizindu A. Alikor, hailed this monumental achievement, and officially announced the free Transcranial Doppler Ultrasound Scan fully sponsored by the government of Rivers State under the visionary leadership of His Excellency, Sir Siminalayi Fubara GSSRS, the Executive Governor of Rivers State.

This heartwarming initiative by the Governor will help the first 50 SCD patients aged 2 to 16 years at RSUTH to receive complimentary world-class TCD scans.

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The CMD specially thanked the Governor for the altruistic gesture which underscores his firm commitment to bolstering healthcare service delivery, reflecting a profound dedication to the welfare of the Rivers People.

In the Keynote speech to mark this historic milestone and commemorate the World Sickle Cell Day on June 19th, 2024, Dr Chioma Okechukwu, a Consultant Paediatrician and Haemato-oncologist at RSUTH, emphasized that TCD scanning technique revolutionizes the approach to SCD care.

This technological marvel empowers Paediatric Doctors at RSUTH to identify patients at risk of stroke and initiate timely interventions, effectively thwarting the dire consequences of cerebrovascular accidents in these vulnerable young patients.

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As RSUTH pioneers this transformative advancement in Paediatric SCD care, it beckons a new era of hope and resilience for countless children battling this debilitating disease. With the introduction of TCD scanning, RSUTH not only cements its status as a trailblazer in medical innovation but also reaffirms its unwavering commitment to the health and well-being of its community.

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