Chapter 5 - A Gripping Rescue!

Chapter 5: A Gripping Rescue! He held a blazing heart in Lin Feng’s grip, intimately feeling its rhythm with his hands. He searched mindlessly, guided by his extensive surgical experience honed through numerous check-ups. In just a second, he instinctively located multiple bleeding points. A rapid burst of the heart’s three-dimensional image and the locations of the bleeding points raced through his mind. Without hesitation, he swiftly devised the optimal method of applying pressure.

With a determined grasp, he squeezed all the bleeding arteries and veins simultaneously, exerting unwavering control. The spattering of blood abruptly ceased, and its flow came to an abrupt halt. Silence fell upon the room as everyone stared at Lin Feng, mesmerized and dazed.

“Did he succeed?”

“Did he extract the heart with his bare hands?”

“Isn’t he just an intern?”

Dumbfounded, everyone stood frozen, unable to comprehend the incredible scene unfolding before them. The moment they were hung suspended was marked by their sheer shock value.

“What are you all staring at?” Lin Feng’s voice thundered with anger, breaking the stillness.

“Move quickly! Bring the stretcher and prepare for surgery!” He shouted.

His words snapped everyone from their stupor, bringing them back to reality.

“Oh, Oh, Oh.”

Suddenly, a surge of determination coursed through everyone, propelling them into swift action. As emergency personnel, they are more than qualified to handle this crisis. Their initial shock and disorientation were understandable, considering Director Zhou Guorong’s significance as their leader and comrade, someone who fought alongside them. Witnessing his stabbing had momentarily rendered them stunned and incapable of immediate response. But now, their resolve resurfaces.

Despite being an intern, Lin Feng’s authoritative command carries an undeniable air of dignity emanating from his vast experience as a world-class doctor in the operating room.

“Bring the stretcher!”

“Quickly prepare the IV fluids!”

“The emergency operating room just completed surgery. We need to clean and disinfect it again—hurry up!”

“Get the ventilator and gather all the necessary equipment!”

“Also, contact the ICU and operating room to borrow an ECMO machine. We need it urgently!”

“Notify doctors from relevant departments to come for a consultation!”

With Lin Feng’s resounding shout, the previously panicked doctors and nurses begin reorganizing themselves with newfound composure. Thankfully, at this moment, all the patients and their families have already been frightened away by the earlier incident, minimizing any potential obstructions.

A stretcher rushed in, halting steadily beside Lin Feng and Director Zhou Guorong. Nurses and doctors converge, offering assistance and carefully transferring Director Zhou Guorong’s body onto the stretcher. Meanwhile, the operating room remained unfinished in terms of disinfection. Time ticks away relentlessly. With every passing second, they held immeasurable significance.

Tension filled the air, causing everyone’s hearts to race. Beads of sweat trickle down Lin Feng’s forehead, a testament to the immense pressure he felt. Although the pressure method had proven effective in temporarily halting the bleeding, it was not a sustainable solution. Procuring the ECMO machine promptly and initiating extracorporeal membrane oxygenation was crucial for providing critical support and buying precious time for the patient’s rescue. ECMO utilized the membrane lung and blood pump to provide long-term cardiopulmonary assistance to individuals suffering from severe cardiac and respiratory failure.

Regrettably, the First City Hospital only possesses two ECMO machines, one in the ICU and another in the surgical operating room. Lin Feng’s hopes rest on the possibility of acquiring the machine in time. “I pray we make it in time,” Lin Feng silently implores.

As phone calls echoed through the hospital, chaos ensued. The hospital director, doctors, and anesthesiologists were alerted and raced to the scene with lightning speed. Fortunately, the emergency operating room completed the disinfection process, and everything was poised for action. The surgery begins. Anesthesia was administered, blood transfusions and fluid replacements were initiated, and assisted ventilation was provided through a ventilator. S~ᴇaʀᴄh the NƟvelFɪre.ɴet website on Gøøglᴇ to access chapters of nøvels early and in the highest quality.

“Intravenous infusion of 1mg adrenaline…”

“1 mg atropine…”

“Administer adrenaline…”

“Infuse sodium bicarbonate…”

Lin Feng’s hand grows increasingly numb from the intensity of the situation. Cardiothoracic surgeon Zhang Yuan gazes in awe at Lin Feng, now resembling an apprentice. Lin Feng’s quick and accurate responses have left Zhang Yuan impressed. Lin Feng speaks up, “I’ll hold it for now. You continue with the thoracotomy!”

Zhang Yuan nods and proceeds with the operation. The knife rises and falls, making way for a thoracotomy. The ribs are spread apart, revealing a larger surgical field. However, with Lin Feng’s hand obstructing the view, it becomes challenging to see clearly and identify the bleeding points.

Lin Feng requests, “Give me the hemostatic forceps, 14 cm, curved with all teeth. I’ll take it from here.”

Zhang Yuan promptly hands over the hemostatic forceps. Lin Feng swiftly inserts them, relying on his experience and intuition to accurately locate and clamp the bleeding points. The second one… The third one… In just four seconds, the task is accomplished. Remarkably swift!

Lin Feng releases his hold on the heart. No bleeding! Success!

In that instant, a sigh of relief escapes everyone’s lips. Then, their attention turns towards Lin Feng, their gazes filled with awe and respect. Their eyes portrayed a mix of disbelief, shock, and sheer astonishment. Could this be just an intern? Was Lin Feng a master in disguise? The image of him fearlessly delving into the chest cavity with his bare hands would be a story to be told for a lifetime. The level of shock was unparalleled.

But Lin Feng understands that the surgery has only just begun. The initial success was just a small victory in the grand battle ahead. The real challenges lie in vessel suturing and establishing extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO). With steady hands and focused determination, Lin Feng guides the surgical team through the intricate process of suturing damaged blood vessels, ensuring optimal blood flow to vital organs. Meanwhile, the urgent need for ECMO drives the team to work swiftly and precisely to set up the life-saving device. Throughout the surgery, Lin Feng’s expertise shines as he orchestrates each step with meticulous precision and unwavering resolve. He commands the respect and admiration of his colleagues, who witness the extraordinary skills of this seemingly unassuming intern. Time becomes irrelevant in the operating room as the team fights to save Director Zhou Guorong’s life. The grueling battle continues, and Lin Feng’s mettle as a surgeon is tested to its limits.