- Former prime minister and leader of the ODM party, Raila Odinga, traveled to India for medical treatment
- Unfortunately, the veteran politician collapsed after experiencing breathing problems, leading to his untimely death
- Doctor Fons who is a cardiologist at Devamatha Hospital, where Raila was treated, explained the efforts made to save him
The country fell into mourning after the former prime minister and leader of the Orange Democratic Movement, Raila Odingadeclared dead.
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Raila passed away in India, where he had gone to seek medical treatment.
What happened to Raila Odinga?
Before his death, Raila had breathing problems that caused him to faint at 7:45 am during his morning walk.
He was then rushed to Devamatha Hospital for treatment, but his health deteriorated rapidly.
Doctors at the center said that Raila suffered a heart attack and died.
Speaking to the media on Wednesday, October 15, Dr Fons, a cardiologist at Devamatha Hospital, gave an analysis of the efforts made to save Raila Odinga’s life.
He said that after Raila arrived at the center, they started providing Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) service.
This method can save lives after a heart attack by helping to supply blood to the brain and other vital organs when the heart stops or beats irregularly.
When CPR proved ineffective, Fons said they tried other methods, including placing a tube in Raila’s breathing system, but these also failed to improve his condition.
He was later transferred to a fully staffed intensive care unit (ICU). They managed to calm him down for a while
“We continued with CPR and other measures. Despite these efforts, he did not survive. We regret to inform you that he is no longer with us. We send our prayers and condolences to his family and the people of Kenya,” Fons said.
Fons also gave Raila’s medical history when he was brought to the center for emergency care.
“He had diabetes and high blood pressure. He was chronically ill. He had a right lower limb DVT that he was placed on an IVC catheter,” he added.
At the same time, the body of the late prime minister, covered with a green sheet, was seen being moved on a stretcher.
What else do you need to know about Raila’s death?
President William Ruto he joined Kenyans to mourn the death of the former minister by honoring him
Gabriel Oguda gave details of his last conversation with Raila a few days before his death
Residents of Bondo they erupted in mourning, entering the streets to mourn the death of the leader of the ODM party.
Oburu Oginga confirms Raila was ill
The death of the veteran politician came a few days after his brother, Oburu Oginga, confirmed that he was in a bad health condition amid rumours.
Oburu, said that like any other human being he had been sick but he was recovering.
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He said Raila returned after what he described as a deterioration in health.
Oburu’s remarks came a few days after Raila’s wife, Ida Odingato clarify his medical condition. Raila’s absence from the public has fueled speculation, leading to misinformation about his health.
Ida denied the rumours, saying her husband was taking a break from public engagements to rest after a busy political season.
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