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The 2005 Kashmir earthquake overwhelmed the Bone and Joint Hospital with 468 orthopedic patients in 5 days. This study details the trauma patterns and challenges faced when hospital capacity is exceeded.

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Area of Science:

  • Orthopedic Surgery
  • Disaster Medicine
  • Public Health

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  • The 2005 Kashmir earthquake, a magnitude 7.6 event, caused widespread devastation and a high number of casualties.
  • The Bone and Joint Hospital in Kashmir faced an unprecedented influx of orthopedic trauma patients following the disaster.
  • Hospitals must be prepared for mass casualty events that exceed normal operational capacities.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To document the orthopedic trauma patterns resulting from the 2005 Kashmir earthquake.
  • To analyze the challenges encountered by a specialized hospital managing mass casualties.
  • To provide insights into disaster preparedness for orthopedic care.

Main Methods:

  • Retrospective review of patient records admitted to the Bone and Joint Hospital within 10 days post-earthquake.
  • Analysis of admission numbers, daily peaks, and patient distribution.
  • Description of outreach strategies and resource management implemented by the hospital.

Main Results:

  • The hospital received 468 orthopedic patients, with 463 admitted in the first 5 days.
  • Daily admissions peaked at 153 patients on the third day, significantly exceeding hospital capacity.
  • Outreach methods and strategic manpower deployment were utilized to manage the patient surge.

Conclusions:

  • The study highlights the critical need for robust disaster response plans in healthcare facilities.
  • Effective management of mass orthopedic trauma requires adaptable strategies and efficient resource allocation.
  • Lessons learned from this event can inform future disaster preparedness protocols for orthopedic services.