Delhi Blast: Understanding How Doctors Treat Injured Victims Amid Crisis

A recent blast near Delhi’s Red Fort has resulted in numerous casualties, with many victims admitted to Lok Nayak Hospital for urgent medical care. In this critical situation, doctors face the demanding task of treating a wide variety of injuries caused by the explosion.

According to Dr. Ajit Kumar from the Critical Care Department of Delhi’s GTB Hospital, the severity of injuries depends largely on the victim’s proximity to the blast site. Injuries commonly include ruptured eardrums, shrapnel wounds, bone fractures, head trauma, and severe burns.

Treatment begins with an immediate assessment of vital signs like pulse and breathing, followed by triage—a process sorting patients into those needing immediate ventilator support, constant monitoring, or minor care. Diagnostic testing such as X-rays, CT scans, and ultrasounds helps detect any internal injuries.

Specialists including neurologists, neurosurgeons, orthopedic doctors, and anesthesiologists collaborate closely to provide comprehensive care. Patients with severe burns or head injuries are admitted to the ICU, while those with lung or heart injuries receive ventilator support. The primary medical priority is to stabilize patients and save lives swiftly.

Beyond physical harm, many survivors experience psychological trauma such as post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), triggered by the explosion’s impact and ensuing chaos. Immediate psychiatric counseling is offered to those showing anxiety and fear of recurrence.

This multifaceted medical response highlights the critical need for rapid, coordinated trauma care to address both the physical and mental health needs of blast victims.