Medical professionals at Solnechnogorsk Regional Hospital successfully treated a 45-year-old patient who arrived with a bleeding ulcer, according to the press service of the Moscow Region Ministry of Health. The case underscored the hospital’s urgent response capabilities and the high level of care provided in critical situations.
The patient was admitted after experiencing a rapid drop in blood pressure and a loss of consciousness. Immediate actions began with a rapid assessment and stabilization. A critical tomography scan was performed to assess the patient’s condition, followed by essential laboratory tests and imaging studies to guide treatment. After initial stabilization, the patient was moved to the intensive care unit where he received close monitoring and a blood transfusion to replace the significant blood loss. With the patient’s vitals stabilizing, the medical team proceeded with a gastroscopy to identify the source of bleeding and determine the appropriate intervention.
The gastroscopic examination revealed a bleeding duodenal ulcer as the cause of the hemorrhage. In such cases, timely surgical intervention can be life-saving. The surgeon, Mikhail Stroitelev, noted that the patient had lost at least two liters of blood prior to the operation. The surgical team performed a procedure that involved removing two-thirds of the stomach to control the bleeding and prevent further complications. The decision to undertake such a major operation is rarely taken lightly and reflects the urgent assessment of risk versus benefit in a patient with ongoing hemorrhage.
Following surgery, the patient’s condition improved steadily. Recovery in the intensive care unit progressed as expected, with careful monitoring, pain management, and gradual restoration of normal organ function. Within a week, the patient was deemed stable enough to be discharged from hospital care and transitioned to outpatient treatment. This continued recovery plan emphasized follow-up evaluations, dietary adjustments, and guidance on recognizing warning signs that would necessitate prompt medical attention.
In a broader context, Russian medical professionals have recently gained international recognition for their achievements in hematology. Earlier advances include a landmark case in which doctors performed the world’s first bone marrow transplant for a child with a rare disease. This milestone highlighted the country’s growing expertise in complex medical procedures and its ongoing commitment to improving outcomes for patients with serious conditions.