Ouagadougou: The Chinese Red Cross has made a significant contribution to the Tengandogo University Hospital Center (CHU-T) in Burkina Faso, donating essential medical equipment to its Hepato-Gastroenterology Unit. This donation aims to enhance the hospital’s capacity to care for patients with various medical conditions.
According to Burkina Information Agency, the donation was part of a collaborative effort involving Dr. Qiu, a gastrologist from the Chinese medical team, and the gastroenterologists at CHU-T. Chen Daohu, the spokesperson for the Chinese medical team, expressed that this gesture marks the fruitful outcome of their ongoing cooperation. The equipment is expected to aid in treating complications related to ulcers, varicose veins, and hepatitis, among other conditions.
The head of the Chinese mission in Burkina Faso, who is also a cardiac surgeon, highlighted the importance of the donation during a ceremony in Ouagadougou. Chen Daohu emphasized the hope for continued cooperation between China an
d Burkina Faso, enhancing the welfare of both nations.
Dr. Cendrine Héma/Soudré, the head of the Hepato-Gastroenterology Unit at CHU-T and a lecturer at the University of Ouagadougou, acknowledged the critical support provided by the Chinese Red Cross. The consumables included in the donation are expected to alleviate some of the challenges faced by the unit, particularly in treating patients with hepatitis.
Dr. Héma/Soudré noted that despite governmental efforts, there remains a pressing need for medical equipment at CHU-T. The hospital’s Endoscopy Unit has been operational since July 2024, playing a vital role in diagnosing and treating patients effectively.
