Truong Sa Island military doctors promptly rescue fisherman suffering from stroke

On August 25, Truong Sa Island Military Medical Corps, Brigade 146, Naval Region 4 promptly rescued a fisherman from Quang Ngai who suffered a stroke and was paralyzed on one side while fishing at sea.

Previously, while exploiting seafood in the Truong Sa sea area, fisherman Nguyen Van Lai (born in 1969, hometown Binh Son commune, Quang Ngai province, crew member of fishing boat QNg 90640 TS) suddenly experienced symptoms of fatigue, numbness and weakness in the right side of the body, difficulty speaking, and headache.

At around 11am, the patient was taken to the Truong Sa Island infirmary for emergency treatment in a conscious, responsive state, with right hemiplegia, slurred speech, crooked mouth, and high blood pressure of 161/90 mmHg. Through examination and diagnosis, the doctor determined that the patient had a stroke, right hemiplegia due to a cerebral infarction at the 11th hour, and needed to be closely monitored to differentiate it from a cerebral hemorrhage.

Doctors and nurses on the island examine patients. (Photo: Huy Phung)

Doctors on the island quickly performed intravenous fluids, protected brain cells, prevented cerebral edema, and controlled blood pressure; at the same time, performed necessary clinical tests, electrocardiograms, X-rays, tests, and held online consultations with Military Hospital 175 to come up with an appropriate treatment regimen.

According to initial assessment, the patient's condition is serious, with a risk of progressive stroke and cerebral edema. Currently, the military medical force on Truong Sa island continues to closely monitor perception, vital signs, hemodynamic status and promptly report to higher levels for treatment.

The timely rescue of fisherman Nguyen Van Lai once again affirmed the sense of responsibility, affection and companionship of officers and soldiers of Truong Sa island towards fishermen going out to sea, contributing to protecting the sacred sovereignty of the Fatherland.

Source: https://thoidai.com.vn/quan-y-dao-truong-sa-kip-thoi-cap-cuu-ngu-dan-bi-dot-quy-215813.html