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Kolkata Doctors Battle to Save Victims of Taratala Tragedy
25 Jun
Summary
- Doctors worked tirelessly to treat 19 injured from Taratala collapse.
- One critically injured patient succumbed to injuries on Thursday morning.
- IPGMER-SSKM's Trauma Care Centre handled largest influx since 2019.
Medical professionals at IPGMER-SSKM's Trauma Care Centre are providing round-the-clock treatment for 19 survivors rescued from the recent Taratala collapse. The state-run hospital activated its emergency response team swiftly upon receiving news of the impending influx of injured.
Specialists from neurosurgery, orthopaedics, and general surgery were immediately mobilized to address the complex injuries, including head trauma, fractures, and lacerations. Triage commenced upon the patients' arrival, with some declared dead at the scene. Two patients were initially critical, and despite intensive care, one passed away on Thursday morning.
This event represents a significant challenge for the Trauma Care Centre, which has previously managed mass casualty incidents. The facility, Bengal's sole Level-1 trauma care unit, is currently treating 19 patients, with one remaining in critical condition.
