Málaga Baby's Urgent Surgery Secured Through Social Media

Málaga Baby Romeo's Urgent Need for Liver Surgery Resolved Through Social Media Málaga, Spain – A Málaga family's plea for help on social media has resulted in a positive outcome for their baby, Romeo, who suffers from Down syndrome and a life-threatening liver condition. Romeo's father, Juan Martin, explains, "From birth, Romeo had a problem with his portal vein; blood wasn't circulating properly to his liver." This led to a serious complication requiring urgent surgery. The family initially faced delays in obtaining the necessary specialized care at the Materno hospital in Málaga. However, after sharing Romeo's story on TikTok and other social media platforms, the Hospital La Paz in Madrid, known for its expertise in such cases, contacted the Materno hospital. This led to the swift transfer of Romeo's medical file and ultimately, his transfer to Madrid for the life-saving procedure. "We reached almost 2 million people who shared the video," says Juan Martin. "Hospital La Paz contacted Materno and requested Romeo's transfer." The family expressed their gratitude for the support they received and the efficient collaboration between the hospitals. The story highlights the power of social media in advocating for urgent medical needs and the importance of specialized care for children with complex conditions. Romeo's successful transfer serves as a symbol of hope and the positive impact of collective action.