This archive report was first published on 4 October 2019.
On October 4, 2019, Machakos Level 5 Hospital made history by performing the country's first successful brain surgery. Tragically, the patient, Henry Mutinda King'ola, 58, has now passed away.
According to his wife, Mary Mbinya, King'ola died two months after the surgery, complaining of heaviness and vomiting. Despite initial improvements, he eventually succumbed to his illness.
King'ola had undergone a three-hour surgery to remove a brain tumour, a condition known as Glioblastoma multiformed, which was detected through an MRI scan. The surgery was led by Dr Sam Njiru and marked a significant milestone in the country's healthcare services.
Just three months prior, Embu Level 5 hospital had also conducted a brain surgery on a 52-year-old man to remove a tumor developed after he was hit with a hoe.
