novelraw Chapter 353 - 184: Truly One of Us, Electrocautery Hemostasis_3
Chapter 353 - 184: Truly One of Us, Electrocautery Hemostasis_3
This was just a preliminary understanding Li Jingsheng had of him.
After repairing the severed ligament and joint capsule, all that was left was to suture the dermal layer.
Dr. Qin had his eyes on this task for quite some time.
At this moment, he readily took it on without hesitation.
Ruan Xiaoqin was quite willing to step aside. Suturing wasn’t his strong suit, and letting Dr. Qin handle it meant he could avoid embarrassment.
Doctors, while eager to seize practice opportunities, don’t rush at every chance they get.
When faced with something they’re not proficient at, they instinctively play to their strengths and avoid their weaknesses.
"Xiaoxin, which type of suture do you plan to use?"
Professor Wu glanced at the clock as he asked.
"Can I use interrupted sutures?"
Dr. Qin responded.
"Interrupted sutures can be used, but they’re too slow."
Professor Wu rejected the idea.
Suturing at this location on the palm was inherently at a tricky angle.
Using interrupted sutures, with Qin Fei’s skill level, it would be considered good fortune if he could finish in half an hour.
"Then... can we use continuous sutures? They’re quicker."
"Definitely not. Using this method on the palm would result in an unstable wound and may lead to unsightly scars. The patient is so young and a female; we’d undoubtedly receive poor reviews."
Professor Wu objected again.
"Then it seems like only subcutaneous sutures are left. But my technique isn’t very strong; I’m a bit worried about screwing it up." Dr. Qin considered himself quite proficient in suturing, at least compared to the interns and resident doctors present.
It’s just that subcutaneous sutures are hard to learn and improve upon, despite his diligent practice, his skills were still wanting.
Seeing that Dr. Qin couldn’t handle the suturing task, neither could Dr. Ruan, and Professor Wu momentarily felt like there was no one available at his disposal.
Remembering Li Jingsheng’s outstanding performance in suturing.
The square knot he tied earlier was particularly eye-catching, certainly at a Master Level.
"Dr. Li, how is your subcutaneous suture technique?"
If Li Jingsheng was also unable, Professor Wu might have to step in himself to ’embarrass’ himself.
At that time, Professor Wu would like to show everyone his rudimentary subcutaneous suture skills.
"My subcutaneous suture skills aren’t excellent, but I think handling this wound should be no problem."
Li Jingsheng confidently replied.
"Alright, let’s have you suture the patient so everyone can get off work sooner."
Professor Wu made a snap decision, again relying on Li Jingsheng as a strong player within the group.
He thought to himself, next time for surgery, if possible, it would be best to call upon that young Li again. He would be a ’free and capable helper.’
"Dr. Qin, I’m really sorry, but you might have to wait for another opportunity to train."
Li Jingsheng said with a smile.
"Hmph, don’t get cocky, it’s just subcutaneous suturing. I’ll practice hard, and I’ll definitely surpass you."
Dr. Qin’s family was wealthy and could afford ample pigskin for practice.
But he seemed to have forgotten one thing.
He was currently serving as the chief resident, with little time to go home. The time available for surgical skills practice was scarce.
Li Jingsheng didn’t engage in further banter and chose to demonstrate with his skills instead.
After taking over, he first performed a simple debridement of the patient’s wound.
His cutaneous debridement skills had reached a Master Level, allowing him to make certain adjustments to enhance the suturing effect.
Professor Wu watched from the side, feeling slightly embarrassed.
While the incision he made was not exceptional, it was at least competent.
However, the wound after Li Jingsheng’s debridement was clearly more aesthetically pleasing and orderly.
Even without superior skills, one could see that much.
"Pass me the Electric Coagulation Knife."
Li Jingsheng noticed a capillary that was broken during debridement and was bleeding.
This was a perfect chance to practice electric coagulation for hemostasis.
Having previously demonstrated such competence, no one doubted his surgical skills.
Ruan Xiaoqin naturally handed him the Electric Coagulation Knife.
Taking it, he pressed it to the bleeding spot.
Zap!
White smoke emerged.
The pressure applied was slightly excessive, with incorrect force, angle, and position.
The bleeding stopped, though.
Seeing his subpar electric coagulation skills, a hint of amusement appeared in Ruan Xiaoqin’s eyes.
People are like this; when facing a particularly outstanding opponent, they always try to find some flaws to regain their psychological balance.
Professor Wu’s eyes flickered, but he said nothing.
No one is perfect, after all.
Being so young, it was normal for Li Jingsheng to have one or two surgical shortcomings.
Dr. Qin couldn’t hide his broad grin, feeling a wave of satisfaction. He loved seeing Li Jingsheng fall short.
"Dr. Li, you really need to work on your electric coagulation skills! Luckily it was a superficial capillary; if it were a thoracic or abdominal organ, you could have caused an accident."
Dr. Qin didn’t miss the chance to undermine his rival.
Pointing it out publicly was akin to pouring a basin of filth over Li Jingsheng’s head.
Li Jingsheng had used the Electric Coagulation Knife before but never practiced it on a patient.
No senior doctor had dared let him.
Having given it a try now, although his performance wasn’t stellar, he gained significant insights.
Checking his attribute panel, a smile spread across his face.
Just using it once had brought his electric coagulation hemostasis skills to an entry level, something probably no one else could achieve.
Previously he thought, with some money on hand, he might buy an Electric Coagulation Knife for his clinic, then purchase white mice or rabbits to practice electric coagulation hemostasis, vascular anastomosis, and other techniques.
However, it seemed like he wouldn’t need to bother anymore.
Now that his electric coagulation hemostasis had reached an entry level, even if just barely, it was sufficient.
Being able to learn electric coagulation hemostasis so quickly might be related to his already mastered two hemostasis techniques and prior systematic study of electric coagulation hemostasis knowledge and operation essentials.
Wasting no time, he decisively spent 100 points of life value to enhance his electric coagulation hemostasis directly from entry level to Master Level.
This effectively advanced his electric coagulation hemostasis skill from that of a junior resident to the level of a junior attending physician.
Being at this level was already quite impressive.
Many weaker associate chief physicians might only possess such operational skills.