Western Command hosp saves life of soldier with alt sickness
Chandigarh: In a remarkable display of medical expertise, the Chandimandir command hospital (Western Command) saved the life of a serving soldier airlifted from Kargil with a life-threatening condition.
The soldier, who was experiencing severe respiratory distress, was diagnosed with bilateral pulmonary thromboembolism, a high-altitude-related emergency condition.
A team of medical specialists, led by Lt Col Purushotham, provided timely diagnosis and emergency treatment, including clot dissolution.
The patient's life was saved due to prompt action, and he is currently stable and recovering on oxygen support.
The spokesperson for the Western Command said the successful airlift of the soldier from Kargil to the command hospital Chandimandir was made possible by the IAF's An-32 aircraft, which executed the mission at the edge of its performance envelope, showcasing exceptional professionalism and dedication.
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