Chapter 1008: Chapter 1008: Collective Overtime
Time ticked by second by second, yet the people in the observation room were still engrossed with interest.
This was because the crowd was not just made up of some interns coming over for the excitement; relatively speaking, these individuals were quite busy and didn’t have much time to watch for entertainment.
Therefore, the majority here were general surgeons with a certain level of technical expertise, and after watching, they found themselves unable to look away.
They were truly insiders; in surgical operations, it’s not about your age, title, or position but about whose technique is more refined and whose skills are stronger.
Although Liu Banxia’s current surgical speed was not as fast as when he usually operated on adults, the watching crowd did not want to miss it.
And now Liu Banxia? Rarely, he wasn’t his usual talkative self during the surgery.
He was fully absorbed in the surgery, with no extra thought in his mind to think about anything else.
He was very nervous at the beginning of the surgery.
This pressure couldn’t disappear; he could only gradually endure it. Once he bore the pressure and adapted to it, what remained was concentration.
He was quite satisfied with his current operation and thus more dedicated.
This state had occurred once before, during the time he attended to a patient whose finger was stabbed by a shrimp spear and nearly amputated.
Back then, performing debridement was a completely overwhelming challenge for him; he managed it with difficulty, relying entirely on his focus during the debridement process.
No extras could help—even with aids, the actual operation must be completed with his hands.
"Dr. Zhang, you’re here too? How long has it been?"
As Shi Lei entered the observation room, he noticed Zhang Yun also there and approached her.
"It’s been over three hours now. The director worked on spleen repair during the early stage," Zhang Yun said.
"Wow... it hasn’t been that long since I last saw him operated, and he’s already reached such a level. Watching him perform surgery really requires a strong heart, or else the excitement might be overwhelming."
"You’re better off than me, right? How do you think I should feel?" Shi Lei also joined in with a bit of complaint.
"Dr. Shi, how much longer do you think Director Liu will need to finish this surgery?" someone nearby asked.
"It seems he’s not working fast today; normally, the resection of the liver’s traumatic area in an adult could be done in about three hours," Shi Lei replied.
"Judging by the current progress, it will probably take another one and a half hours. Usually, he works with students; if he operated entirely on his own, it might be faster."
The listeners took a deep breath. It’d take them over three hours even at full throttle, wouldn’t it? And Liu Banxia? He’s working with students, which takes some guidance time.
"If you’re available the day after tomorrow morning, he will also have a NOSES surgery," Shi Lei continued to announce.
"The tumor is located at the junction of the rectum in the colorectal area; it hasn’t been marked on our surgery board yet. It can be done as long as the patient’s blood pressure stabilizes."
The people didn’t know what to say. Are you not convinced? It’s honestly impossible not to be impressed.
They’re all skilled professionals here, and it’s not about hard talk without action. Want to challenge? You can’t really step up.
Liu Banxia, in such a short time, has traveled a path many take years or decades to walk. This pace is truly impressive.
Though the Second Affiliated Hospital is known for its talent pool, being associated with Binhai Medical College gives it first access. But currently, no one else has demonstrated such a rapid learning curve as Liu Banxia.
Last year’s small incision appendectomy brought some fame to the emergency center. Now, if he masters NOSES surgery, it won’t just be a fleeting fame; he might be propelled to the top.
Many major hospitals are focusing on this card now, but it’s a tough one to play.
It’s not just about intraoperative skills; so many surgical styles also need mastering. Moreover, a certain grasp of the practice is needed, completely advancing through exploration.
There are too few references, and surgeons need to protect their reputations. It’s okay if your surgical method is slightly behind; errors are unacceptable.
Initially, it was heard that the emergency center acquired NOSES equipment. It wasn’t deeply investigated, as it was assumed Zhou Shuwen intended to research in this area.
Now it’s clear; it’s Liu Banxia who’s conducting the research, not Zhou Shuwen.
This type of surgery operation is so difficult, with scarce information, yet so sought after. The crucial point is that it doesn’t require additional abdominal incisions for specimen extraction.
For the patient, it means fewer complications, better mental state, and improved postoperative outcomes.
Some normal families may still opt for conventional laparoscopic surgery, but illness knows no class; wealthy people can also get sick.
If the surgery the day after tomorrow succeeds, the impact will be significant. Possibly, patients with conditions like rectal cancer will flock, and Liu Banxia’s reputation in the medical world will truly soar.
NOSES surgery is still considered frontier technology. Despite having been out for a while, it remains highly endorsed during this trend.
For some unknown reason, they now even felt a bit envious of Su Wenhao and Xu Yino in the operating room.
Though they’re just resident doctors, they’re on Liu Banxia’s team, which allows them to observe and discuss the surgical techniques closely, and thus, learn more and faster.
"Dr. Shi, how likely do you think Director Liu will succeed?" Zhang Yun asked the question on everyone’s mind.
"Him? He may seem a bit scatterbrained at times, but he’s always very serious when it comes to patients," Shi Lei said.
"Since he proactively recommended it to the patient, it means it’s currently feasible to use this system for radical rectal cancer surgery. In fact, he also takes time to operate in the OR when he can, making efficient use of fragmented time."
Zhang Yun nodded, "That’s true. He often read books during our training sessions. The general surgery at this emergency center is really strong, even though we don’t have as many people as the inpatient department, we’re all well-chosen personnel."
"Our patients vary, with a focus on emergency cases. At times, I feel overwhelmed and the pressure is truly immense," Shi Lei said with a sigh.
"Do you think he’ll become a leader in our field in a few years?" Zhang Yun asked quietly.
Shi Lei hesitated, furrowing his brow before nodding, "You might be right. He has a lot on his mind."
"At present, he’s still learning. However, his understanding of surgical reading is exceptional. Once he masters these surgeries, he might even improve the procedures."
"But it’ll depend on him. Sometimes he can be quite lazy, so he may not invest the time in it. It’s not something that can be achieved overnight; it requires a long period and a certain degree of optimization on the current basis."
"We’ll see. Maybe when he gets bored, he’ll delve into it. But that may take a while, as he has many things on his mind now."
"For instance, the NOSES operation system will keep him busy for a while. He also admires the Da Vinci system from afar but dares not ask for it; it’s too expensive, and the Chief Director wouldn’t just let him have his way."
Listening to Shi Lei’s words, others really didn’t know what to say.
Liu Banxia’s ambitions are vast, but he has the capability to match them.
If he truly masters the NOSES system, someday in the future, the hospital might actually acquire a Da Vinci surgical system.
It’s a completely mechanical operating system demanding a high level of understanding from the chief surgeon. Though advantageous, it comes at a great cost.
The key thing is, Liu Banxia is still young. Even though he’s not that young in age, in the realm of surgeons, he’s truly a youngster.
Being young is an asset, and with such strong learning abilities, it’s understandable if the Chief Director gives him special attention. If I were in charge, I’d also want a top talent on my team, ensuring resources are tilted accordingly.
Feeling this in their hearts is one thing, but they still need to focus on the surgery at hand.
Everyone knew they’d collectively work late today. After watching the surgery, by the time they finished some of their own tasks, who knows what time it would be.
Nevertheless, it was worthwhile to witness such surgical operation, definitely worth the ticket price.
Some had departmental duties and hurried back after receiving a call, only to return promptly to continue watching.
People in the observation room rotated, only increasing in total number.
"Alright, finish up what needs to be done. Release the clamps and check the circulation,"
Finally, Liu Banxia, who had been silently performing the surgery, spoke up.
Everyone’s nerves tightened as they awaited the results.
Though Su Wenhao is usually calm, he too seemed tense, his movements cautious. After releasing the clamps, everyone around the operating table focused on the patient’s recently divided liver’s circulation.
"Hahaha, the circulation is normal," Xu Yino blurted out joyfully.
"Congratulations, Banxia!"
Shi Lei turned on the intercom.
Applause resonated in the observation room, reaching the operating room.
"Thank you all, thank you so much," Liu Banxia waved his hand happily.
"Because of you, everyone missed their off-duty time," Zhang Yun quipped teasingly.
"Oh, Dr. Zhang, when did you arrive?" Liu Banxia called out.
"Sneaked in here, but I have to prepare to leave now too," Zhang Yun waved her hand.
With her reminder, people in the observation room began to leave en masse.
"The patient’s too small, let me do the closure," Liu Banxia said.
No one competed for the task with him, especially since this was a child. His suturing skills were similarly excellent, so it was best he did the job.
