20-year-old man from Vadodara
The survivor’s journey, before and after surgery.
20-year-old youth lived with burn contractures locking his neck and upper chest, threatening his working future.
Before surgery
Rigid cervical and sternal tethering. Scars that tighten across the face and neck pull at the skin and limit everyday movement.
The surgery
The surgery was done at Amish Hospital in Vadodara, a BHF partner hospital. BHF funded it in full, at no cost to the family.
After surgery
Restored neck mobility and posture.

The before photo for this case is kept private.
Fully funded by BHF, at no cost to the family.
This survivor has already been treated. ₹20,000 to 50,000 funds the next surgery at a partner hospital.
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