Cleft Palate Surgery Report of Mieng Pov

Pov lives in Krognong village of Svey Reng province. She is a student at sixth grade. Born with cleft lip and cleft palate, Pov has now lived with the embarrassing birth defect for thirteen years. She speaks unclear; although she was disappointed, Pov wouldn’t have to put up with the malicious teasing from her classmates and villagers anymore

The family was desperate to fix Pov’s cleft lip and palate; they have not money for an operation. They are rice farmer in a small piece of land. She did not have many friends to play with. She was so worried how her future will be. She would be difficult to get married; a career did not look promising.

While visiting of local pastor in Pov’s village in February 2005, a little girl was so happy. This brought new hope to Pov and her family. Pov met Operation blessing and they arranged for Pov’s free surgery at a hospital in Phnom Penh. She had a successful surgery cleft lip and palate in July 2008. Operation blessing provided for transportation, meals and visited Pov on three post operative examination.

Following the successful surgery, Pov is now all smiles, she is very happy. “I would like to thank CBN and kind donors who provided this help.” Pov said. “I can speak and read normally.” Thank you

Pov’s mother would have never been able to afford the numerous surgeries. She expressed her gratitude and joy, “Thank for providing us with hope and strength and provided my daughter to live happy life.”