In a dramatic turn of events, a British university student survived after being clinically dead for 25 minutes while undergoing emergency surgery at a US hospital. Charlie Vincent, a 20-year-old from the UK, faced a life-threatening ordeal following severe sunburns sustained on his first day as a canoeing instructor at a summer camp in New Hampshire.
According to BBC reports, Vincent suffered second-degree burns on his legs due to excessive sun exposure. Despite the severity of his injuries, he continued working until the pain became unbearable. Camp leaders rushed him to a nearby hospital, where doctors diagnosed him with not only severe sunburn but also pneumonia.
While undergoing emergency surgery, Vincent’s heart stopped for a staggering 25 minutes. He also experienced a mini-stroke. His condition was critical, and doctors feared he might need heart and kidney transplants. Charlie’s sister, Emily Vincent, described the situation as a “miracle” after the medical team managed to restart his heart and stabilize his condition.
Doctors also discovered that Vincent had an enlarged heart, or cardiomegaly, which put additional strain on his cardiovascular system. After a seven-day induced coma, Vincent’s condition began to improve, and he was able to regain enough strength to walk again. He is now preparing to return to the UK for further treatment on a medical flight.
In response to the overwhelming medical expenses, the Vincent family has launched a GoFundMe campaign, which has already raised over £13,000. The funds will assist with medical bills and travel costs for his parents.
Emily Vincent expressed profound relief and gratitude, stating, “At one point, I just couldn’t see a way that Charlie was going to make it. It was absolutely heart-breaking. It’s definitely a miracle that he’s still here.”
The extraordinary recovery of Charlie Vincent highlights both the severity of his condition and the exceptional care he received during this harrowing experience.