A routine dental visit turned into a life-or-death ordeal for James Molloy, a 52-year-old dad from Cheltenham. After a seemingly harmless filling replacement, James faced a terrifying chain of events that left him fighting for his life. It all started with a Type A aortic dissection last year—a severe condition with an 80% fatality rate. Despite surviving major heart surgery and months of recovery, a suspected staph infection from his dental work wreaked havoc.
In January, James was rushed to the hospital again, showing signs of a serious infection. Doctors believed bacteria, normally found on the skin, had reached his heart valve, leading to a critical condition. Five dedicated surgeons worked tirelessly over 18 hours, replacing multiple heart valves, adding heart patches, and implanting a pacemaker. James now fights his toughest battle, in a medically induced coma, relying on a ventilator and dialysis.
His brother William shared their ordeal, explaining how dental procedures weren’t flagged as risky for heart patients. He wishes they’d been advised to consider preventative antibiotics, as this shocking twist caught them completely off guard.
James’s partner, Hannah Sampson, is urging people to support his GoFundMe campaign. With no income from his self-employed work, James needs help managing his financial burdens while he recovers. His family is rallying around, determined to ease his stress and bring him hope. They know he’s a fighter, and when he wakes, they want to show him just how much love and support surrounds him.
Keep James, Jasmine, Edward, and all his loved ones in your thoughts, and if you can, contribute to the fund that will see this brave dad through his toughest fight. ❤️