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El lunes 11 de agosto, Iván sufrió un aneurisma que provocó un derrame cerebral. Fueron horas críticas: varias clínicas y hospitales se negaron a recibirlo y en Cuenca existe solo un especialista que realice esa intervención, quien no estuvo disponible.

La única esperanza era una embolización cerebral por cateterismo, un procedimiento de alta complejidad. El doctor Paul Mejía, especialista endovascular, viajó de inmediato desde Guayaquil junto a su equipo para realizar la cirugía.

Ahora comienza un largo camino de recuperación. Los gastos médicos ya superan los 25 mil dólares, una suma difícil de cubrir solos.

Iván Encalada es padre de familia. Se dedica a la artesanía en donde da cursos a gente de todas las edades. Por eso, se pide la ayuda solidaria de todas las personas que puedan unirse a esta causa. Pues la vida de un ser amado no tiene precio. Cualquier aporte, grande o pequeño, hará la diferencia. Y si no es posible donar, por favor compartir este mensaje también significa muchísimo. Gracias

On Monday, August 11, Iván suffered an aneurysm that caused a stroke. It was a critical time: several clinics and hospitals refused to admit him, and in Cuenca, there is only one specialist who performs that procedure, who was unavailable.

The only hope was a cerebral embolization through catheterization, a highly complex procedure. Dr. Paul Mejía, an endovascular specialist, immediately traveled from Guayaquil with his team to perform the surgery.

Now begins a long road to recovery. Medical expenses have already exceeded $25,000, a sum difficult to cover alone.

Iván Encalada is a family man. He is dedicated and teaches people of all ages the art of pottery. That’s why we ask for the kind support of everyone who can join this cause. Because the life of a loved one is priceless. Any contribution, big or small, will make a difference. And if donating is not possible, please sharing this message also means a lot. Thank you
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