Urgently arrest the inhumane abuser of the girl, warn parents

Recently, the Children's Hospital has just issued an urgent notice about the case of a 3-month-old girl who was hospitalized in critical condition. According to research, the baby was physically abused by a man, leading to serious consequences. The incident caused outrage in public opinion.

3-month-old girl abused: A race against time to save the victim's life

On June 22, the National Children's Hospital received a special pediatric patient in critical condition: a 3-month-old girl was admitted to the hospital with a serious condition in the intimate area. Immediately, the medical team urgently visited and organized an interdisciplinary consultation, including Emergency, Urology, Anesthesia and Resuscitation. The results were really heartbreaking, the doctors clearly determined that the child had been abused.

On that fateful night, the pediatric patient was brought into the operating room to perform emergency surgery. During the surgery, doctors were shocked to find that the baby had torn hymen and vaginal damage of about 1.5 cm. Fortunately, these lesions have not affected the rectum – a key factor in minimizing long-term complications.

The operating team quickly reshaped the child's vagina and perineum, making every effort to recover from the serious injuries. After the stressful operation, the pediatric patient was transferred to the Urological Department for further monitoring and special treatment. Thanks to timely intervention and active care, after only two days, the girl's health condition was stable, fever-free and fortunately she was discharged from the hospital.

Synchronous involvement: medical, psychological and legal

As soon as the heartbreaking incident was discovered, the Child Protection Board of the National Children's Hospital immediately stepped in. Under the direction of TS.BS. Cao Viet Tung – Deputy Director of the Hospital and Head of the Child Protection Department, a comprehensive support plan has been implemented for both mothers and babies throughout the treatment process. Doctors, nurses, psychologists and social workers have worked closely with the authorities to ensure that children receive optimal medical care, timely psychological support and legal protection in the best way.

Information from the authorities said that the male subject involved in the case was quickly arrested. This person has confessed to the act of abuse against children and will be strictly handled in accordance with the law. In particular, the baby's mother has also been thoroughly instructed on child protection measures, risk identification and prevention of re-abuse after returning to daily life. This shows an interest not only in physical healing, but also in the long-term protection of the child's future.

Heartbreaking situation: Child abuse – risk from acquaintances

The National Children's Hospital also issued an urgent warning: Currently, every child is at risk of sexual abuse, regardless of gender, age or living situation. Alarming studies show that the majority of perpetrators are men, and the majority of abuses are committed by people who know the victim, such as relatives, family friends, neighbors, and even relatives. This makes the prevention and protection of children more complicated and urgent than ever.

According to statistics from the Ministry of Labor, Invalids and Social Affairs, in 2023, the country recorded 2,498 cases of child abuse. Particularly at the National Children's Hospital, in 2024, 66 abused children have been admitted and treated, of which, 65.1% are physical abuse, 28.8% are sexual abuse and 6.1% are neglected. These numbers are clear evidence of the alarming situation that is taking place.

Severe consequences and a call for the community to join hands

One of the most serious problems is that when abused, children often do not dare to tell the story because they are afraid, guilty, or threatened. Children often have to silently endure mental pain that lasts for months or even years.

Acts of violence and abuse against children often leave heavy consequences both physically and psychologically, seriously affecting the comprehensive development of children. Many studies show that damage caused by abuse can affect the brain, impairing the ability to think, learn and develop social skills. Abused children are at high risk for problems such as long-term disability, depression, psychological disorders, difficulties in communicating and establishing relationships. In the long run, these injuries not only affect children's personal lives but also cause consequences for society, from deterioration in the quality of human resources to increased costs in health, law and social security.

Emergency Alert for Parents

Parents and caregivers need to be on maximum vigilance, because the risk of child abuse can come from anyone, including close acquaintances. Educate your child about the "private areas" of the body, teach them how to say "no" to unwanted touches, and encourage them to share anything unusual. Always listening, trusting and protecting your child is the top responsibility to prevent unfortunate tragedies.

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