Liver Patient, 7, Has Pneumonia
United Press International
PITTSBURGH, Pa. — Seven-year-old Ronnie DeSillers, who underwent three liver transplants and needs a fourth, developed pneumonia today in his fight for survival at Children’s Hospital, spokeswoman Sue Cardillo said.
The child remained in critical condition and under heavy sedation. If a suitable fourth liver is found, doctors would weigh Ronnie’s condition against the risks of a fourth operation, Cardillo said.
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