SINGAPORE: The Indian gang-rape victim who has been been admitted to Singapore's Mount Elizabeth Hospital remains in an extremely critical condition.
The 23-year-old student is still receiving treatment in the intensive care unit.
The medical team's investigations showed that in addition to her prior cardiac arrest, the patient had an infection of her lungs and abdomen, as well as significant brain injury.
According to Dr Kelvin Loh, the chief executive officer of Mount Elizabeth Hospital, the patient is struggling against the odds and fighting for her life.
Since her arrival on Thursday morning, a multi-disciplinary team of specialists has been working to treat her.
The hospital added that the High Commission of India has been fully supportive in helping the hospital and her family, and have also ensured that the best care is made available.
Some Facebook users on Channel NewsAsia's page have asked if there are ways they can help the victim and her family.
As for now, the Indian High Commission is assisting the family.
The hospital has requested privacy of the patient and family to be respected.
Channel NewsAsia understands that there is a prayer session planned for the victim at Shree Lakshminarayan Temple on Saturday morning, and all are welcome to attend.
- CNA/xq
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