By james art 
Cuban boy Damir Ortiz Ramirezwho died this Saturday at the Niklaus Children’s Hospital in Miami, left quietly after Widespread sepsis Caused by the bacterium that he contracted in Cuba before he could travel to the United States for specialized treatment.
In a heartbreaking video message shared on Facebook, Dr. Miguel Angel Ruano revealed that the little boy who has been hospitalized since March 12 at the Niklaus Children’s Hospital has experienced a multorgan failure Due to septicemia that his body develops in response to a bacterial infection.
“It happened because of Sepis itself, because of A bad response to the bacteria of certain antibiotics This was used, ”Ruano said with great regret.
The doctor explained that septicemia had caused the child, Despite all the efforts made by specialists and doctors In Niklaus, to pass at 5:00 this Saturday.
“It was a terrible night and I want everyone to know that Damir died calmly, that these last moments have not been filled with suffering at all; It was a great suffering for us, but Damir left quite calm in those last moments of her life, “she said with the Cubans, stating that he had not suffered pain before passing.
In the message, Ruano explained that septicemia is a widespread infection that occurs when infectious germs enter the bloodstream, attacking the whole body and In response there is organ failure in a very short time, “Which then leads to death.”
“Although all existing avant -garde antibiotics This can be found that there was significant resistance to these bacteria to antibiotics due to the poor antibiotic policy applied earlier to Cuba in Cuba, “Ruano explained.
The baby worsened the afternoon this Friday due to the collapse of several organs as a result of sepsis. “Damir did not die of the underlying disease, that is, he did not die of cancer on his own”, “” The doctor argues.
The child arrived with two bacteria; one of them, Pseudomonas, caused his condition to get worseS He has been in a serious condition since Wednesday, said Diasenir Salkedo in another live broadcast.
“She died with excellent care and The most great efforts on the part of doctors in Miami“Acknowledged the opposition figure and activist for the rights of a person who was one of the key players in the fight to save the life of the child.
She also said that Elianis Ramirez, the mother of the child, was devastated. “She can’t, she appreciates it, but she can’t,” Diaznirrka said through tears.
Cubans will be able to say goodbye to Cuban boy Damir Ortiz In the middle of this week, at a funeral home in the city of Hyalea, in Miami-Dad County.
The funeral services will be held in Cabalero’s funeral home, in hyaliahno later than Wednesday or Thursday. This place, located on the 373 W 9th ST #377, was selected for its greater capacity to allow the Cuban exiles to say goodbye to the little.
Several Cubans have cooperated to coordinate the funeral services. Currently, the deceased body is returning to the Children’s Hospital in Niklaus to be taken to the Morse House of the Funeral House.
Ruano and Diasniurka have expressed their gratitude for the expressions of solidarity and support from all Cubans who in one way or another cooperate in the case of Damir and continue to be informed of the funeral services.
Frequently asked questions about the case of Damir Ortiz, the Cuban boy who died in Miami
What was the cause of Damir Ortiz’s death?
Damir Ortiz died due to a widespread sepsis caused by antibiotic -resistant bacteria. Bacterial infection has been agreed in Cuba And it became uncontrollable, despite medical efforts at the Miami hospital.
What problems did Damir face in the Cuban health system?
Damir Ortiz was confronted with misdiagnosis and inadequate treatments in Cuba, which worsened his health. He was a victim of medical negligenceAs he was given improper treatments such as improper chemotherapy, contributing to his decline.
How did Domir manage to reach the United States for treatment?
The transfer of Damir to the United States was made possible by an intensive fundraising campaign led by his mother and Cuban activists. They received a humanitarian visa After overcoming numerous bureaucratic obstacles imposed by the Cuban regime.
Where and when will the Cubans be able to say goodbye to little Damir?
Cubans will be able to say about their last goodbye to Damir Ortiz in Cabalero’s Funeral House Red to HyaliyaMiami-Dad, until the middle of this week. The funeral services will be held no later than Wednesday or Thursday, which will allow the exile community to give its last respect.