A POPULAR former child TV star died during childbirth after losing seven liters of blood.
Fabiola Yazmín Ortega – whose newborn, named Aldo, survived – was rushed to hospital after developing a rare pregnancy complication.
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Fabiola Yazmín Ortega died during childbirthCredit: Facebook
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Fabiola was known for her work in the popular children’s show Bely y Beto in 2009. Credits: Facebook
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Fabiola voiced and played the favorite character Beta in the TV show
Fabiola was known for her work in the popular Mexican children’s show Bely y Beto in 2009 where she was the legendary voice of the beloved character Beto.
She was admitted to the Ginequito Hospital in Monterrey, Mexico during her 35th week of pregnancy after developing life-threatening preeclampsia and HELLP syndrome.
Her doctor, Alejandro Martínez Cavazos, said Ortega was showing signs of a ruptured liver, fetal distress and massive internal bleeding.
And the medical team spent five days fighting to save her life.
dr. Martínez said she was in intensive care in critical condition for the first 48 hours.
She underwent two operations, lost seven liters of blood and experienced three cardiac arrests.
The medical team was able to stabilize her and her organs were showing signs of improvement.
dr. Martínez launched a desperate campaign to donate blood and shared the battle to save her life on Instagram.
But Fabiola tragically died on February 1 before she could make it to the second operation.
Little Aldo was born in a healthy state and is currently being looked after by his father.
Mexican journalist María Julia Lafuente said: “She was in labor, she went to intensive care. She lost a lot of blood, she got preeclampsia.
“Those who are mothers know that it is extremely serious and delicate.
“The doctors did everything they could, but she was suffering from severe pre-eclampsia with HELLP syndrome.”
Belinda Treviño – who currently stars in Bely y Beto – thanked her for the joy she brought to children in a heartfelt tribute on Instagram.
She said: “It’s very hard to say goodbye.
“Thank you for so many moments we lived together and cheered up so many children with your voice. Fly high.”
What is HELLP syndrome?
HELLP syndrome is a rare liver and blood clotting disorder that can affect pregnant women.
It is a type of preeclampsia – a pregnancy complication that causes high blood pressure during pregnancy and after delivery.
HELLP syndrome most likely occurs immediately after childbirth.
But it can occur any time after 20 weeks of pregnancy – and in rare cases before 20 weeks.
The letters in the name HELLP indicate each part of the state:
- The “H” is for hemolysis – that’s where the red blood cells in the blood break down
- “EL” is for elevated liver enzymes (proteins) – high liver enzymes are a sign of liver damage
- “LP” stands for low platelet count – platelets are substances in the blood that help it clot
The only way to treat the condition is to deliver the baby as soon as possible.
After the mother receives treatment, it is possible for her to make a full recovery.
HELLP syndrome is rare and occurs in 0.1 to 1 percent of pregnancies.
Women who have preeclampsia have a higher risk of developing HELLP syndrome.
Symptoms of preeclampsia include:
- severe headaches
- vision problems, such as blurring or seeing flashing lights
- pain just below the ribs
- vomit
- sudden swelling of the feet, ankles, face and hands
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