Acute and Trauma care

Acute and Trauma care

Level III Trauma & Emergency Surgery - Always Ready, Always Close.

Rapid damage-control surgery, multidisciplinary resuscitation, and comprehensive critical-care follow-up.

Trauma & Acute-Care Surgery (TACS) offers immediate management for penetrating, blunt, and thermal injuries as well as emergency surgical conditions. Our team uses evidence-based protocols like ATLS®, DCR (damage-control resuscitation), and ERAS-acute. Multidisciplinary collaboration with specialists in radiology, rehabilitation, and critical care ensures optimal outcomes and efficient patient flow.

Level III

trauma accreditation with a dedicated trauma bay & hybrid OR

Door-to-CT and door-to-OR

median times of less than 15 and 30 minutes, respectively

200

trauma cases managed monthly with 24/7 access to radiology and on-call surgeons

98%

survival rate in major trauma cases

Common Conditions & Subspecialty Clinics.

  • Early mobilization protocols 
  • Physiotherapy and occupational therapy integration 
  • Psychological support and trauma recovery planning 

  • Medical Emergency Team (MET) activation 
  • Early sepsis recognition and bundle implementation 
  • Airway control and resuscitation outside the ICU 

  • Open fractures 
  • Vascular injury repair 
  • External fixation 
  • Muscle-flap coverage for limb salvage 

  • Partial- and full-thickness burns 
  • Complex degloving injuries 
  • Fasciocutaneous and muscle flap coverage 

  • Acute appendicitis, cholecystitis, bowel obstruction or infarction 
  • Perforated ulcers, diverticulitis complications, intra-abdominal sepsis 

  • Perforated peptic ulcer 
  • Strangulated hernia 
  • Ischemic bowel 
  • Necrotizing soft-tissue infection 

  • Acute respiratory distress syndrome (ARDS) 
  • Sepsis and multi-organ failure post-trauma 
  • Compartment syndrome monitoring and intervention 

  • Exsanguinating abdominal trauma 
  • Massive liver or splenic injury 
  • Destructive bowel injury requiring staged repair 

  • Head injury with hemorrhage 
  • Thoraco-abdominal penetrating trauma 
  • Pelvic fracture with associated vascular injury 

Procedures & Treatments.

Pre-hospital blood & tranexamic acid administration (with EMS)

Video laryngoscopy & surgical airway (cricothyrotomy)

Massive transfusion protocol (1:1:1 PRBC: plasma: platelets)

Robotic & laparoscopic emergency surgery (perforated ulcer, bowel obstruction)

Pelvic packing & external fixation for hemodynamic instability

Thoracotomy & clamshell thoracotomy for penetrating chest trauma

Continuous renal-replacement therapy (CRRT)

Veno-venous ECMO for trauma-induced ARDS

Hyperbaric oxygen therapy for crush injury & compartment syndrome

Goal-directed hemodynamic monitoring with PiCCO / FloTrac

Sepsis-6 in Surgery

Antibiotics and source control within 1 hour

Acute Care Hotline

Direct surgeon line for referring hospitals

Trauma Code Red

Trauma team, OR, CT, and blood bank mobilized in under 5 minutes

Care Pathway & Coordination.

1
Pre-Notification & Activation

Pre-Notification & Activation

EMS alerts trauma bay; the team is ready at bedside before arrival.

2
Primary & Secondary Survey

Primary & Secondary Survey

ATLS® protocol, FAST/E-FAST, portable CT if indicated.

3
Operative / Non-Operative Decision

Operative / Non-Operative Decision

Hybrid OR, IR embolization, or ICU observation based on findings.

4
Damage-Control & Critical-Care Phase

Damage-Control & Critical-Care Phase

Temporary closure, permissive hypotension, resuscitation management.

5
Definitive Repair & Reconstruction

Definitive Repair & Reconstruction

Return to OR within 24–48 hours for definitive closure/fixation.

6
Rehabilitation & Follow-Up

Rehabilitation & Follow-Up

Physiotherapy, psychological support, outpatient trauma clinic at 2 weeks, 6 weeks, 3 months.

Technology & Facilities.

Hybrid Trauma Bay with Sliding CT

Whole-body scan without patient transfer.

Portable Digital X-Ray & Ultrasound

Imaging in under 2 minutes at bedside.

Hybrid OR with Angio-Suite

Embolization and laparotomy performed in the same room.

Endovascular Stent-Graft Kits

For rapid vascular control.

Wireless Physiologic Monitors

Real-time vitals sent directly to the command center.

Trauma Registry & Analytics Platform

Monitors and refines treatment protocols for better outcomes.

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Frequently Asked Questions.

What is a Level III trauma center?

It provides the highest level of surgical care, with 24/7 multidisciplinary teams and a commitment to research and education.

How quickly can I be evaluated?

Our acute-care surgeons respond immediately, with seamless integration into emergency department workflows.

Are minimally invasive operations possible in emergencies?

Yes, provided the patient is stable, we employ laparoscopic or robotic techniques to minimize trauma and speed recovery.

Do you handle trauma as well as medical emergencies?

Absolutely. We handle both non-traumatic abdominal emergencies and traumatic injuries, managed by specialists in surgical critical care.

What kind of surgery environment is available?

We are equipped with emergency operating rooms linked to imaging, resuscitation bays, and ICU units—staffed by multidisciplinary critical care and trauma teams around the clock.

Can family see the patient immediately?

Once stabilized and after critical procedures, family members are brought to a consultation room for updates and visitation scheduling.

Do you accept international transfers?

Yes, our dedicated transfer team coordinates air or ground ambulance, visa, and lodging logistics.

How soon does rehabilitation start?

Physical and occupational therapy often begin within 24 hours, provided it is medically safe, to accelerate recovery.

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