Baby girl doing well one year after liver transplant
Original story published 2024-09-18 19:16:07
September 22nd marks a significant milestone for the Deck family from San Antonio as they celebrate the one-year anniversary of their daughter Everly’s lifesaving liver transplant. Diagnosed with biliary atresia at just a few weeks old, Everly initially underwent the Kasai procedure, though it only provided temporary relief. When her liver began to fail, and the urgency for a donor increased, the family leveraged social media and media coverage to find a match. Within an impressive two weeks, over a thousand individuals came forward, leading to a perfect match with Chrissy, a distant cousin of Everly’s father.
Finding a living donor was critical as Everly’s condition deteriorated rapidly after her initial procedure failed. Within weeks, over a thousand potential donors came forward after the family shared their story on social media and local news outlets. Among the applicants, Chrissy, a distant cousin of Everly’s father from San Antonio, was identified as the perfect match. Remarkably, she was the only viable candidate out of the numerous volunteers. Chrissy’s selfless donation, involving less than 25% of her liver, resulted in a successful transplant.
Today, both Everly and Chrissy are thriving. Despite Everly’s need to take immunosuppressants, she has sidestepped severe complications and is leading a joyful and energetic life. Her mother, Taylor Deck, emphasizes the importance of organ donation and urges families in similar situations to keep faith, choose a reliable medical team, and advocate fervently for their loved ones. The Deck family continues to share their story, hoping it will inspire others to consider the life-saving impact of organ donation.
