61-year-old man pierced in the chest by wire

A serious accident that occurred in Quang Nam has raised a warning about potential dangers when using labor tools. A 61-year-old man was pierced in the chest by a wire while mowing grass, resulting in severe injury and requiring emergency surgery to save his life. This article will explore in detail the causes, incident developments, the patient’s health status after emergency care, as well as valuable experiences from a specialist doctor on preventing similar accidents during work.

I. Causes and circumstances of the accident in Quang Nam

The serious accident occurred in Binh Son district, Quang Ngai province, when a 61-year-old man was mowing grass with a machine and suddenly experienced an unexpected panic. A wire approximately 20 cm long flew up and pierced his chest. This type of wire is commonly used for fencing. The cause of the incident stemmed from carelessness while working with a dangerous tool.

II. Incident progression when the wire pierced the chest

When the wire penetrated the chest, a segment about 10 cm long entered his body while the remaining part remained exposed outside. The wound caused severe trauma, leading to heavy bleeding. The man experienced pain and difficulty breathing, indicating unstable health.

III. Patient’s health condition and treatment methods

The patient was quickly taken to Quang Nam Central General Hospital for emergency treatment. Doctors discovered that the wire had pierced his right lung, with the lung tissue around the wound bruised and blood accumulation present. Treatment included endoscopic surgery to inspect the foreign object and remove the wire. After surgery, the patient’s health stabilized significantly, and he was discharged.

IV. Proper emergency and first aid procedures

Timely emergency care is crucial in cases where wire or any foreign object pierces the body. First aid procedures include:

• Sealing the wound to limit blood loss.
• Stabilizing the foreign object; do not remove the wire before professional medical intervention.
• Ensuring airway openness and performing artificial respiration if necessary.
• Urgently transporting the patient to the nearest medical facility.

V. Importance of detecting and handling foreign objects in the body

Timely detection and proper handling of cases involving foreign objects like wire can greatly reduce serious complications, especially for the lungs and other internal organs. Without treatment, these cases can lead to pneumothorax, respiratory failure, or acute blood loss, severely impacting the patient’s health.

VI. Experience from Dr. Duong Chi Luc on surgery and health recovery

Dr. Duong Chi Luc, Deputy Head of Cardiothoracic Surgery Department at Quang Nam Central General Hospital, emphasizes that such accident cases are uncommon but can be very dangerous. He also advises patients to follow a good health recovery plan, including a proper diet and good fortune during postoperative health monitoring.

VII. Important notes when working with dangerous tools

When using tools like grass cutters, people need to follow safety measures such as:

• Wearing appropriate protective gear.
• Avoiding standing near areas where wire could fly out.
• Inspecting equipment before use.

These notes will help prevent unfortunate accidents during construction or work.