Chinese anesthesiologist manages emergency care for premature infant in Guyana

(ECNS) -- A Chinese anesthesiologist managed emergency anesthesia for a premature infant with an acute subdural hematoma in Georgetown, Guyana, on Saturday, local time, despite limited medical equipment.

Wu Xia, an anesthesiologist with the 22nd Chinese medical team in Guyana, was called by local colleagues to assist a 2.8-kilogram (6.2-pound) premature infant who had developed the condition. The infant required emergency surgery to remove the hematoma.

The operating room lacked a pediatric video laryngoscope, so Wu performed tracheal intubation using direct visualization. She also adjusted anesthesia doses, monitored blood gas and electrolyte levels, corrected low potassium, managed fluid administration and body temperature, and monitored bleeding and circulation throughout the procedure.

The surgery was completed successfully. The infant's vital signs remained stable during the operation, and the baby was transferred for further monitoring and treatment.

(By Tang Yuxian)