54-year-old woman died after stomach surgery, doctor reacts: She suffered a heart attack

2025-05-22 16:42:17 / AKTUALITET ALFA PRESS

54-year-old woman died after stomach surgery, doctor reacts: She suffered a

A serious incident occurred in Durrës, where Valbona Xhazejno lost her life after stomach surgery the day before at the private "Villa Alba" hospital.

Surgeon Ilir Shani, who is the owner of the private clinic " Villa Alba ", has reacted to the death of the 54-year-old patient.

Surgeon Shani, who is under investigation regarding the death of the 54-year-old, writes on Facebook that " the operation ended normally and the patient was transferred to the ward in good condition. During the following hours, her condition was continuously monitored and the vital parameters were within the norm. The patient was active, moving, communicating, and had no concerns. Unfortunately, at dawn on the 21st, the patient suffered a sudden cardiac arrest, a consequence of a massive acute infarction, and died within a few minutes. ", writes the doctor.

Surgeon Ilir Shani's full reaction:

Following the serious incident that occurred two days ago on the premises of our hospital, I feel it is my moral and professional duty to provide a clarification on our position as a healthcare institution and my own personally as the responsible physician.

First, on behalf of the medical staff and on my own behalf, I express my most sincere family condolences to the family of the late V.XH. This loss is deeply painful for all of us, as the deceased was not only a patient, but also a close acquaintance of ours for whom we had special respect. We share the pain and stand by the family in this difficult moment.

As the responsible physician, I feel obligated to clarify the circumstances of this sad event, guided by the principle of transparency towards family members and citizens.

Patient V.XH underwent gastric bypass surgery on 20.05.2025. The operation was completed normally and the patient was transferred to the ward in good condition. During the following hours, her condition was continuously monitored and the vital parameters were within the normal range. The patient was active, moving, communicating, and had no concerns.

Unfortunately, in the early hours of the 21st, the patient suffered a sudden cardiac arrest, the result of a massive acute infarction, and died within minutes. Although medical assistance was provided immediately, the stroke proved fatal and attempts to revive her were unsuccessful.

On behalf of myself and all the staff who were involved in the patient's treatment, I express my deepest condolences for this loss. We understand and feel the family's pain and are ready to offer full cooperation to the relevant authorities, which will shed light on every aspect of this event.

With respect and humility before the family's pain,