A medical emergency unfolded at Lucknow Airport on Thursday morning. A 74-year-old passenger bound for Mumbai collapsed near the VIP lounge area.
Immediate Medical Response at the Airport
Airport medical staff received an urgent call at 11:17 AM. They quickly attended to the patient, identified as Mohammad Ali. Upon examination, they found him unconscious. His vital signs showed a pulse rate of 62 beats per minute. His oxygen saturation level was measured at 86%. His blood pressure registered at 90/50 mmHg.
The medical team administered immediate oxygen support. They strongly advised hospitalisation for further treatment.
Patient's Medical History and Travel Plans
According to an airport spokesperson, the patient's attendant provided crucial information. Mohammad Ali had a long-term illness. He was recently discharged from a hospital. Reports indicate he was sedated earlier on Thursday.
Ali was en route to Mumbai on Air India flight AI 2492. He was traveling for further medical treatment in the city.
Initial Resistance and Final Hospital Transfer
The spokesperson revealed an initial complication. The patient's attendant resisted the transfer to a hospital. Airport and airline officials then intervened. After their persuasion, the attendant gave consent for admission to a government hospital.
Medical personnel shifted Mohammad Ali to Lok Bandhu Hospital. The transfer occurred at 11:48 AM.
Tragic Outcome at the Hospital
Doctors at Lok Bandhu Hospital examined Ali upon arrival. They declared him brought dead. The senior citizen did not survive the medical emergency.
The incident highlights the challenges of medical emergencies during air travel. It underscores the importance of immediate medical response at transportation hubs.
