What is the relevance of the golden hour after major trauma or major accidents?
Immediate interventions such as controlling bleeding, and stabilizing blood pressure can save lives and prevent long-term disability. Every passing minute delay increases the risk of complications like shock or multi-organ failure.
Is the golden hour related to strokes as well?
Blockage of blood flow to the brain by a clot in the blood vessels of the brain can lead to paralysis. Early intervention within 4.5 hours from symptom onset is vital. TPA (tissue plasminogen activator) is known to dissolve the clot. Early administration of this vital drug minimizes brain damage, improves neurological recovery, and reduces disability.
Sepsis management!
Is there a treatment in the golden hour period in sepsis management as well?
The golden hour refers to the first 3-6 hours after the diagnosis of sepsis. Immediate administration of intravenous antibiotics and intravenous fluids can reduce multi-organ failure and death.
What about injuries to the brain or spine?
After road traffic accidents in particular, spinal cord injuries or traumatic brain injuries are not to be missed. Early treatment can reduce permanent paralysis and preserve the function of the brain.
Is there a golden hour after a heart attack?
Early treatment with clot-dissolving drugs, angioplasty, or stenting improves survival rates. The golden hour for a heart attack is within 90 minutes from symptom onset. Early intervention prevents heart muscle damage and the incidence of heart failure. However an experienced team of cardiologists is required for Primary Angioplasty in Myocardial Infarction.