KIMS Cuddles, Kondapur

Airlifted Infant Saved After 45 Days of Intensive Care at KIMS Cuddles Doctors at KIMS Cuddles, Kondapur saved a 9-month-old infant with severe respiratory failure after being airlifted from Chhattisgarh in a critical condition. Led by Dr. Parag Shankarrao Dekate, the PICU team diagnosed severe adenoviral pneumonia with ARDS and pneumothorax. Despite advanced ventilation, the child required VA-ECMO support for 25 days—a life-saving system that supports heart and lung function. Despite multiple complications, the infant made a full recovery and was discharged healthy—marking an extraordinary success in critical pediatric care. This story is a testament to timely intervention, advanced technology, and relentless teamwork. Apr 22, 2026