A hospital specializing in patients with severe symptoms is also close to the medical system New Corona April 2 21:38
With the medical system under pressure, some medical institutions with facilities such as cardiopulmonary bypass machines are specializing in treating patients with relatively severe symptoms.
At the Tokyo Metropolitan Tama General Medical Center in Fuchu, Tokyo, 10 patients infected with the new coronavirus are currently hospitalized.
At the hospital, 23 beds have been secured for people infected with the new coronavirus, for example, by diverting the beds of tuberculosis patients.
In addition, three heart-lung machines called "ECMO" can be used and 30 respirators are provided, and it is expected that the number can be increased by about 20 in the future.
For this reason, hospitals are trying to specialize in the treatment of patients with relatively severe symptoms, mainly for those with moderate symptoms who have symptoms of pneumonia or need oxygen inhalation, and those with severe symptoms who need respirators. We accept to.
In addition, we would like to increase the number of beds as much as possible in case of further spread in Tokyo, but we are also facing challenges in expanding the system.
Of particular concern is the shortage of medical supplies such as protective clothing and masks.
It is said that he has saved and managed to save money for the treatment of other diseases.
Furthermore, doctors and nurses work in parallel with regular medical treatment, so if the situation prolongs and the number of patients continues to increase, it may be necessary to restrict the treatment of other diseases.
Dr. Yasuji Kondo, director of the Tokyo Metropolitan Tama General Medical Center, said, "Once the masks and protective clothing are exhausted, the only option is to restrict use in other tasks, such as endoscopy. A surge could limit general practice, including emergency care, and we strongly urge governments and governments to take steps to prevent the spread of infection. "