My Medical Skills Give Me Experience Points Chapter 1334: 527: Inter-Hospital Collaboration and Deputy Director Lu’s True Ordeal

Chapter 1334: Chapter 527: Inter-Hospital Collaboration and Deputy Director Lu’s True Ordeal

Coma can manifest in various stages, beginning with the mildest form, drowsiness. For particularly vulnerable patients, such as critically ill children and infants, drowsiness demands elevated vigilance.

It's conceivable that what appears as simple dozing in some cases might actually be a nascent stage of coma.

Young children under the age of three, when afflicted by common colds, frequently exhibit drowsiness as a consequence of their inability to articulate their discomfort.

Should parents or caretakers overlook these subtle signs, the patient could deteriorate into the second stage of coma: lethargy. At this juncture, rousing the child requires forceful verbal commands and physical stimulation, like prodding their shoulders or cheeks.

Further neglect at this critical point significantly increases the likelihood of a tragic outcome.

Beyond lethargy lies a light coma.

In this phase, the pupillary light reflex becomes markedly sluggish, consciousness vanishes, and the individual becomes unresponsive to external stimuli.

Progressing further are the stages of moderate and deep coma.

Entering a deep coma state places an individual frighteningly close to the threshold of death.

Anecdotal accounts from individuals who have survived serious illnesses often recount experiences of visiting the underworld, with spectral entities appearing to escort them, or sensing their physical form ascending, as if traversing to another realm during said coma.

In reality, these subjective experiences are most likely manifestations of neurological disruption and transient hallucinations occurring during profound unconsciousness.

Deputy Director Lu’s prior state of coma was indicative of the deep coma level, a condition perilously near death.

The hospital's issuance of a critical condition notification to his family was a direct reflection of his comatose stage.

Currently, his brainwave activity displays discernible signals, signifying an improvement in his comatose state and a positive trajectory. This development explains Director Ming's evident elation.

The resurgence of active brainwave patterns is frequently observed as an indicator of returning consciousness in clinical settings.

Given that he remains under general anesthesia, the observed brainwave activity might be somewhat subdued. Upon transfer to the recovery room and the subsequent cessation of anesthetic effects, even greater progress may be anticipated.

Independently of all other factors, the patient’s vital signs have shown a steady normalization post-surgery, a profoundly encouraging development.

The collective endeavors have demonstrably borne fruit.

“The surgical procedure today has yielded substantial rewards! It appears we should pursue more collaborations with other institutions, rather than remaining insular and stagnant.”

Director Wu Yongming removed his surgical gloves and mask, his countenance illuminated by evident joy.

In the context of this operation, the majority of his insights were derived from Zhou Can.

From the strategic sequencing of Deputy Director Lu’s rescue surgery to the specific surgical techniques and methodologies employed during the procedure, Director Wu found himself greatly enlightened.

“Director Zhou’s surgical methodologies are indeed highly instructive,” Director Gou Qiong echoed this sentiment, offering his strong endorsement of Zhou Can.

“While you two have acquired new techniques from me, I have, in turn, learned even more valuable knowledge from you! I wholeheartedly support Director Wu’s proposition for increased inter-institutional exchanges. Should you wish to pursue this, I can relay this intention to the leadership at Tu Ya upon my return, facilitating opportunities for our hospitals to share expertise through temporary personnel placements in various departments.”

Zhou Can offered this suggestion with a smile.

This idea had been in his thoughts for some time.

For any medical institution, isolation is detrimental to progress.

Engaging actively with the broader medical community is the sole pathway to continuous advancement and staying abreast of contemporary developments.

Typically, the rivalry between these two prominent hospitals is quite intense.

Opportunities for constructive dialogue are exceedingly rare, with mutual avoidance often considered the most amicable approach.

For instance, during the period when Provincial People’s Hospital aggressively contested Tu Ya’s cardiothoracic surgical procedures, the relationship between the two institutions approached a level of animosity similar to that between Tu Ya and the Third Hospital, marked by deep-seated resentments.

The fact that Zhou Can has, through this unexpected intervention, broken the ice and paved the way for potential medical exchanges between the institutions represents a significant positive development.

Both professional accolades and a bolstered reputation are potential outcomes.

This relatively junior Resident Doctor's influence could be substantially amplified by this initiative.

What constitutes influence, after all, but the power to shape discourse and opinion?

“Dr. Zhou’s suggestion is excellent and stands to benefit both our hospitals immensely. We will promptly seek an opportune moment to discuss this with our hospital administration. Once a definitive decision is reached, we will communicate it to you. At that juncture, we would still require your assistance in facilitating this endeavor on Tu Ya’s behalf.”

This statement came from Director Xiang Fei.

Moreover, his tone and bearing were remarkably composed.

In terms of seniority, Director Ming of Anesthesiology possesses greater years of experience. In terms of professional standing, Director Wu Yongming of Neurosurgery certainly holds a more prominent position. Even Director Gou Qiong of Thoracic Surgery is comparable in stature.

It is pertinent to note that if Thoracic Surgery were to be bifurcated from Cardiac Surgery, the remaining Thoracic Surgery Department would likely be relegated to the operational level of General Surgery.It would no longer be referred to as a high-end surgical department. Cardiac and intracranial surgeries are universally acknowledged as the twin peaks of surgical endeavors. Both demand utmost precision and represent the elite tier of surgical practices. At this juncture, with Director Xiang Fei stepping forward to voice his support, it strikes everyone as entirely natural and expected. It appears Director Xiang Fei occupies a position of considerable influence! Observing and carefully assessing the reactions, Zhou Can formed certain conclusions in his mind. Such situations are neither commonplace nor exceedingly rare. It's akin to an attending physician, seemingly unassuming, holding the significant administrative role of department director. Beyond his role as the chief physician in the Intensive Care Medicine Department, Director Xiang Fei likely clutches an even more senior administrative title. He is evidently part of the hospital's leadership echelon. "That shall present no issue whatsoever. Should you harbor any aspirations in this regard, do not hesitate to inform me at any moment."