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Maryam Rabi, a 6-year-old girl from Charsadda, had been experiencing cyanosis and breathlessness since birth. Playing, crying, and even laughing often left her struggling to breathe. These symptoms affected her daily activities and became a source of concern for her family. At the age of one, Maryam underwent Left BTS surgery to improve the circulation of oxygen-rich blood. Maryam’s family took her to a hospital for further evaluation. After a thorough examination, the doctor confirmed that she had Tetralogy of Fallot (TOF), a congenital heart condition involving structural defects that reduce oxygen levels in the blood. The doctor recommended Total Correction Surgery through open-heart surgery to repair the heart defects. Without the recommended procedure, Maryam could have continued to face low oxygen levels, poor physical growth, and an increased risk of serious cardiac complications. Maryam lives with her parents and two siblings in a rented house. Her father works as a Quran teacher and earns approximately PKR 15,000 per month, making him the family’s sole breadwinner. Their financial circumstances made it impossible to arrange the cost of Maryam’s heart surgery. Her family contacted Transparent Hands for assistance. After reviewing her medical and financial circumstances, her case was registered. On July 1, 2026, Maryam was admitted to the Ittefaq Hospital in Lahore. On July 3, 2026, she underwent Total Correction Surgery through open-heart surgery. Her surgery was successfully performed by Dr. Asim Khan. After the procedure, Maryam received post-operative care and remained under medical observation. As her condition improved, she was discharged in stable condition on July 8, 2026. Maryam’s parents expressed their joy as follows: “Maryam had spent so much of her childhood struggling to survive each day of her life. Seeing her receive the much-needed surgery has brought immense relief to our family. We are truly thankful to you for making her surgery possible.” Maryam is now recovering steadily after her surgery, and her family is hopeful about her health and growth. They are deeply grateful to you and the Pakistan Children’s Heart Foundation (PCHF) for empowering her with cardiac surgery.