What happened to Mary
Mary is an elderly woman who was struck by a hit-and-run driver. In addition to her accident injuries, she is now managing high blood pressure, high blood sugars, and dialysis while awaiting surgery. Your support helps keep her treatment going.
Both hips were fractured in the accident, requiring specialised orthopaedic care.
Mary also sustained a broken left hand, limiting her ability to do daily tasks.
Radiology shows mild atherosclerotic calcification in both internal carotid arteries.
Because of her advanced age and the trauma, Mary remains in intensive care.
Mary is currently managing elevated blood pressure that requires close monitoring.
Her blood sugar levels are also high, adding another layer of care to her recovery.
A planned surgery is on hold while doctors stabilise her condition and prepare her.
Mary is undergoing dialysis to support her kidneys before any further procedures.
Current medical situation
Mary's scan showed preserved grey matter in her cerebral hemispheres, with mild atherosclerotic calcification in both internal carotid arteries. She also has post-traumatic bowel wall oedema. In addition to these findings, Mary is now managing high blood pressure and high blood sugars, and she is undergoing dialysis procedures while a planned surgery awaits. These combined factors make her recovery journey complex and require continued close monitoring in ICU.
