The King George’s Medical University (KGMU) Trauma Center in Lucknow is set to significantly accelerate treatment speeds for critical patients. With the installation of a new mobile CT scan machine directly in the casualty ward, patients suffering from head injuries will no longer need to be shifted across long distances for diagnostic imaging. Prompt reports will allow doctors to initiate life-saving treatments without delay.
Faster Diagnostics for Head Injury Patients in Casualty
Currently, the trauma center houses approximately 400 beds that remain fully occupied most of the time, often accommodating over 120 patients on stretchers alone, with more than 300 emergency patients arriving daily. Previously, head injury patients faced extended waiting times due to the availability of only a single CT scan machine.
To resolve this issue, the trauma center has procured a dedicated mobile CT scan machine for the casualty ward. According to Trauma CMS Dr. Premraj Singh, an application has already been submitted to the Atomic Energy Regulatory Board (AERB) for operational clearance, and approval is expected within a week. Once functional, doctors can prescribe and execute immediate CT scans right inside the casualty unit.
Upgraded X-Ray Services Across Wards
In addition to the upcoming CT scan facility, the KGMU Trauma Center has received three new mobile X-ray machines. Diagnostic imaging services have already commenced using these new units across the Intensive Care Unit (ICU), pediatric ward, and casualty. Previously, the hospital relied on a single mobile X-ray machine for all wards, causing prolonged waiting periods for patients. The expanded equipment inventory will drastically reduce turnaround times, enabling medical staff to deliver timely interventions.