Dr. Ashray V, distinguished Consultant in Emergency Medicine at Aster Whitefield Hospital, discusses the concept of trauma and polytrauma. Trauma is a very common occurrence, with someone suffering a trauma-related injury every 3-5 minutes around the world. This is why it is important to know how to deal with trauma and how to get the person to a hospital quickly.
Polytrauma
Dr. Ashray also explains the concept of polytrauma, which is when multiple organ systems or major organs are involved in a traumatic injury. When someone suffers from polytrauma, time is critical.
Platinum 10 minutes
The "golden hour" is a concept in trauma medicine that refers to the first hour after a traumatic injury, during which time a patient's chance of survival is the highest if they receive proper medical care. Dr. Ashray mentions a newer concept, the "platinum 10 minutes", which refers to the first 10 minutes of treatment after a traumatic injury. This time period is critical for getting the patient to a hospital and starting treatment. Continuing with first aid and resuscitation during transport can also significantly improve their chances of survival.
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