Dr. Nikhil Narayanaswamy, Consultant in Critical Care Medicine at Aster Whitefield Hospital talks about acute trauma, a medical condition that arises from a sudden life-changing event. Dr. Nikhil discusses what acute trauma is and the most common cause, which is road traffic accidents (RTA). He highlights the social and financial impact that RTA can have on the patients and their families.
Aster Whitefield Hospital is well-equipped to deal with acute trauma. The steps taken to manage these patients, starting from stabilization at the accident site to decisions made in the emergency room about imaging, surgery, and blood transfusions are also elaborated. Most patients are admitted to the Intensive Care Unit (ICU) for advanced invasive organ support.
Our team of doctors at Aster Whitefield Hospital works round the clock to ensure the best possible outcomes for patients with acute trauma.
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