Complex Biventricular Repair Program | A Mother's Journey From Guatemala To Save Her Daughter

Born with her heart outside of her chest cavity (Ectopia Cordis), Marcela needed surgery fast. Unable to receive life-saving surgery in Guatemala, her mother embarked on a worldwide search for a surgeon who could help her daughter live. Boston Children’s Hospital recently performed the first of two surgeries that will give this little “warrior” a life filled with princess-themed birthday parties and other joys.