BUSHBUCKRIDGE- Despite being a high risk obstetric case, Tintswalo Hospital successfully managed to deliver triplets last weekend.
On May 2, Phindile Matihakoane, (39) safely delivered triplets proving the facility’s capacity to provide specialised, high care services in a rural setting.
Triplet pregnancies are rare, classified high risk multiple gestations, and are frequently associated with preterm delivery between nd 34 weeks of gestation. Such cases typically require advanced maternal and neona intensive care.
The first infant was born at deliveries at 07:40 with a birth weight of 2,470 g, the second at 07:42 weighing 2,530 and the third at 07:44 with a birth weight of 1,790 g.
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The Department of Health commended the staff for ensuring safety stating the infants are receiving postnatal care. The mother, now a parent of six children (having previously delivered twins and one child ), expressed her gratitude and joy at the outcome.
MEC for Health, Sasekani Manzini, extended best wishes to the mother and acknowledged the exceptional efforts of the healthcare professionals.
“During Workers’ Month, this achievement highlights the diligence and efficiency with which our staff serve the public. It is further evidence of the capability and resilience of our healthcare system, and we celebrate the excellence consistently demonstrated within our facilities,” said MEC Manzini.
