Song Tu Tay Island infirmary treats fishermen with work-related accidents

On the afternoon of July 11, the military medical force on Song Tu Tay Island (Truong Sa special zone) promptly received and provided emergency care to a fisherman who suffered a serious injury while working at sea.

The fisherman who had the accident was Mr. Bui Van Tra (born in 1978, from Ly Son special zone, Quang Ngai province), a crew member of fishing boat QNg 96093 TS, captained by Mr. Nguyen Chi Thanh (born in 1984, from the same hometown).

Transport fishermen to the island.

Previously, at around 10am on July 11, while fishing, Mr. Tra unfortunately slipped from a height of about 3 meters, hit his back hard on the side of the ship and fell into the sea. The strong impact caused Mr. Tra severe pain in the lower back, showing signs of difficulty moving and suspected musculoskeletal injuries. He was then rescued by the crew, given first aid and brought back to the ship.

Doctors at Song Tu Tay Island Infirmary examine and give first aid to fishermen.

At about 2:15 p.m. on July 11, the patient was admitted to Song Tu Tay Island Infirmary with severe pain in the left lumbar region, limited mobility, and mental fatigue. Through examination, the initial diagnosis determined that the patient had a serious soft tissue injury in the left lumbar region due to a fall from a height, requiring close monitoring of internal and urinary complications.

The medical team on the island has deployed emergency measures including: IV fluids, pain relief, anti-edema, muscle relaxants, while closely monitoring the progress of the abdomen and excretory system and preparing a further treatment plan if there are any bad developments.

Currently, fisherman Bui Van Tra's health condition has temporarily stabilized and he continues to receive intensive medical care at the island's infirmary.

VINH THANH

Source: https://baokhanhhoa.vn/xa-hoi/202507/benh-xa-dao-song-tu-tay-cap-cuu-ngu-dan-bi-tai-nan-lao-dong-9dd4724/