My Medical Skills Give Me Experience Points Chapter 1321: 521: Persuading the Anesthesiologist, Reversed Surgical Sequence_3

“Dr. Zhou’s viewpoint resonates with me; the patient’s unconscious state is undeniably a consequence of bleeding within the skull. Despite diverse life support interventions, survival beyond six hours is highly improbable, and the chance of self-hemostasis is consequently minimal.”

Director Wu Yongming of the neurosurgery department voiced his agreement, though it carried a tone suggesting alignment with an external party.

However, the essence of medical discourse lies in objective reasoning, transcending departmental loyalties.

Given the sound logic presented by Zhou Can, endorsing his perspective was only natural.

“Even accepting that premise, what is the point if the patient cannot survive the procedure? Are we to hasten their demise?”

Director Ming Xin’s retort was pointedly sharp.

“Absolutely not. My proposal is to initiate abdominal surgery first, addressing the ruptured spleen and any potential pancreatic damage. Should the left kidney sustained severe injuries, it too can be attended to concurrently. Pancreatic complications, if they arise, pose significant threats and disrupt bodily functions. Furthermore, the longer this situation persists, the less chance of reversal. Commencing with laparoscopy will stabilize the patient’s blood pressure, respiration, and other vital signs to an acceptable surgical range. Subsequently, proceeding with cranial endoscopy surgery would substantially mitigate the inherent risks…”

Zhou Can articulated his plan with clarity, evidently having thoroughly conceptualized the surgical approach prior to his arrival.

Upon hearing his explanation, Director Ming Xin became lost in contemplation.

Gou Qiong, Wu Yongming, and Xiang Fei observed Zhou Can, their expressions a mixture of awe and profound respect.

This young man is undeniably a surgical prodigy.

Instead of tackling the critical intracranial hemorrhage and fluid buildup head-on, he opted to perform the less immediately life-threatening laparoscopic procedure. This strategic choice in surgical sequencing demands immense courage and a broad, insightful perspective to conceive.

Certainly, no one present had previously considered this unconventional line of thinking.

Their considerations were focused on either undertaking the cranial surgery first or attempting both procedures simultaneously.

Consider a scenario where a pot of oil ignites. Nearby, there’s a bucket of water and some wooden planks.

Most individuals would instinctively reach for the water to douse the flames.

Zhou Can’s method, however, was akin to first arranging the wooden planks to smother the fire, then covering the pot.

Needless to say, using water would prove disastrous, only exacerbating the fire.

While assembling the planks might appear less direct, it ultimately achieves the goal of extinguishing the fire and averting a catastrophe.

The concept is straightforward, yet confronted with such a crisis, the immediate, instinctive reaction for most is to douse the flames with water.

“I concede that while your surgical strategy appears audacious, it is undeniably viable. Executed correctly, there is a genuine prospect of saving the patient’s life,” Director Ming Xin acknowledged Zhou Can’s surgical plan and methodology after a period of thoughtful deliberation.

With this, the matter of the anesthesiologist was also settled.

“I appreciate your acceptance and your willingness to embrace this calculated risk for the patient’s benefit. She is family – the patient’s only daughter – and she is fully empowered to approve the surgical plan and provide consent.”

Zhou Can directed his gaze toward Lu Fen, who stood beside him.

Within the confines of the consultation room, Lu Fen felt a palpable sense of unease under the scrutiny of numerous director-level physicians and the head of the medical department.

After all, she was merely a student, still enrolled in her academic studies.

“Dr. Zhou holds my father’s utmost confidence, and I share that trust. I wholeheartedly endorse the surgical plan discussed by all the esteemed doctors,” Lu Fen declared her position unequivocally. Following her statement, she rose and bowed respectfully to Zhou Can and the assembled physicians.

“They have all given their assent, but I have not yet agreed! Provide me with a compelling reason to concur; otherwise, I cannot sanction taking such a significant risk.” Director Huang from the Medical Department abruptly stood, voicing his opposition at this critical juncture.

A sense of bewilderment momentarily washed over Zhou Can.