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Ding! Surgery task completed

Gained 300 experience points, 200 skill proficiency points in suturing, 200 skill proficiency points in dressing, 400 skill proficiency points in intestinal surgery, Glory Points +3

This task is rated as perfect, gaining 500 experience points, 400 skill proficiency points in suturing, 400 skill proficiency points in dressing, 600 skill proficiency points in intestinal surgery, Glory Points 10 points +5 points

Ding! Advanced Task: Respected Surgeon (1/5)

As Liu Banxia finished closing the abdomen, the system generously gave rewards.

Liu Banxia's mood was quite good. Whether it is rated as perfect still depends on the process of the patient's surgery. Even if others are involved, as long as they perform well, it's fine.

"Xu Yino, show the specimen to the family, then send it for examination. Li Tianyang, send them to the ICU after awakening and observe for a day." Liu Banxia stretched lazily.

"If we continue at this speed, will the next one be done in about six hours?" Wang Lei asked.

"Honestly, it's hard to say. If it's just a liver cancer, even if the adhesions are severe, it's no big deal. Shi Lei and I can handle it easily." Liu Banxia said.

The key issue is the aneurysm; its position is not good. We do not know how much the blood supply will affect the liver's blood supply, and there is also a concern that it may rupture during the freeing process.

"Let's deal with it as it comes. We've made thorough preparations; with Shi Lei and I handling it, small issues are not a big deal."

"We actually hope everything goes smoothly. Otherwise, it could lead to a series of complications. When I leave, I need to check on Old Chen; if nothing is wrong, I'll bring him directly to the operating room."

"Relax now, everyone. The next task is the major one. Special praise goes to Dandan, the instrument nurse has done excellently."

"Hahaha, absolutely!" Xu Dan said cheerfully.

Everyone laughed along; Xu Dan can be quite playful sometimes.

Once the patient woke up, Liu Banxia and the team made their exit. Others were left to handle the arrangement of the operation room, as their time was tight and they use this time to rest.

Eating lunch so early, they couldn't eat much. But regardless if they are hungry or not, eating a little is necessary. Once you're on the stage, there's no chance to eat.

"Banxia, do you really plan to try NOSES surgery?" Wang Lei asked.

Liu Banxia nodded, "Although there are many techniques, they only differ based on the location requiring different methods. There's a lot of mature experience, and I've been researching it recently."

"It's not as difficult as imagined. Just requires more precision in handling. It's quite picky about the patient compared to today's surgery."

"Many hospitals are attempting this surgery now, considered a micro technique within micro techniques, providing better prognosis for the patient is certainly promising."

"Teacher Liu, rest assured. Let me research it, then I'll find patients for you." Xu Yino said enthusiastically.

"Why so excited? This technology really isn't that new. There are still a lot of limitations during the procedure." Liu Banxia said.

New technology has its advantages, and old methods have their charms. Similar to traditional open surgery and laparoscopic surgery, nobody can guarantee laparoscopic surgery can cover all procedures. There's no perfect solution, only the most suitable one.

Laparoscopic surgery demands skilled instrumentation handling from the surgeon, so you still need to master it gradually. This cannot be rushed. When I fully comprehend the technique, I'll take you all to it." 𝕗𝚛𝚎𝚎𝐰𝗲𝗯𝗻𝚘𝚟𝚎𝗹.𝕔𝐨𝕞

"No problem, Teacher Liu researches quickly, no need to worry." Xu Yino reassured the interns.

Wang Lei couldn't help but be amused; Xu Yino and his group of six were incredibly confident in Liu Banxia.

They didn't eat much either, mainly eating for energy. They could rest for another fifteen minutes; Liu Banxia finished his meal and went to the ward.

"I heard that the low anterior resection you did was beautifully done; this next operation should be fine too." Sun Changhe, who had long been in the ward, said.

"Also worried about exhausting the operating room staff, or else we wouldn't have rushed this." Liu Banxia said.

"Doctor Wu really should adjust his time more; currently his body barely meets the standard. But the tumors or aneurysms cannot afford to wait."

"Dr. Liu, I know my physical condition. Don't carry too much of a burden in your heart." Wu Zhen said.

"Changhe recommended you, and you have the skill. I am at ease letting you lead. Even if it fails, it's just my bad luck."

"Although failure is possible, we will do everything to avoid it." Liu Banxia said with a smile.

"It's a challenge for me too. Assistant Sun mentioned it to you, right? Chen Xuehai from our emergency center will also join us in the operating room, just in case."

"We can say we've made all the necessary preparations, including setting up all instruments and equipment. I rarely discuss the success rate of surgeries with patients because it's just a matter of probability."

"You're not an outsider, so you understand the situation yourself. I can't guarantee anything right now, but I have a good feeling about this."

Wu Zhen smiled and nodded, "I've always inserted nasogastric tubes for others, and now that it's my turn, it does feel a bit uncomfortable."

"That's for sure. Rest for a few more minutes, calm your mind, and then we'll get started," Liu Banxia said.

"I still have two patients to check on. I'll see you in the operating room. Let's try to finish the surgery as quickly as possible so you'll suffer less, and I can get off work on time."

After saying that, Liu Banxia left the ward.

"Banxia, thank you for your hard work," Sun Changhe said, following Liu Banxia out.

"Brother Sun, let me be honest with you, predicting what might happen with this surgery is really tough," Liu Banxia said, his expression turning serious.

"His coronary artery isn't completely blocked, but some areas are over 40% blocked. Especially the blood vessels around that liver aneurysm, their quality is not great, which increases the difficulty for us."

"In this surgery, the tumor itself isn't that hard to handle, the key issue is the aneurysm. If it doesn't affect blood flow, we can simply ligate it. If it does, we have to perform a bypass graft."

Sun Changhe nodded, "I understand what you mean, it's about giving him more confidence. That will help during the surgery."

"Exactly, a positive patient is much better than a negative one," Liu Banxia said.

"Especially since after the surgery, he'll have to go through chemotherapy. That process is also tough, and the more he understands, the harder it is. Our comforting words won't mean much because he knows better than anyone."

"But today's surgery is quite interesting, with the chief surgeon being a senior attending and the deputy chief physician, and the director just observing, it's somewhat unusual."

"Shi Lei's promotion is also in process, same as yours, it'll be announced in a few days," Sun Changhe said.

He was kind of giving Liu Banxia a heads-up, as before the official announcement, it would at most be a decision by the unofficial personnel office. His words carried authority.

"When we get a break, whether you invite me or I invite you, we should have a good meal together. Even though I've stepped down as the resident chief, I actually feel more exhausted now," Liu Banxia said.

"Being the resident chief is just busier, kind of like a time crunch. Now, the work you need to handle is actually a lot more, you should take a break for a bit, we don't know how long it will take next," Sun Changhe advised.

Liu Banxia nodded and then went back to his office.

For him, taking a break or not was almost the same. He could persist for several hours without a problem. If it became too much, there was always a physical energy supplement, but it wouldn't help with mental fatigue.

"Today we'll stick to our plan: first deal with the adhesions, then handle the aneurysm, followed by the tumor on the common bile duct?" Shi Lei came in.

"Yes, that's the only way. Otherwise, the severe adhesions really make the operation difficult. The initial stage will take quite some time, just hoping there aren't any surprises later," Liu Banxia replied.

"Alright, I'll make a quick restroom stop, and then we'll get started. By the way, Sister Wang's grandma passed away today; when do you plan to visit?" Shi Lei nodded.

"In the evening, after the surgery? We'll have to go separately; there isn't enough time otherwise," Liu Banxia said.

"Pick me up then," Shi Lei said as he walked out.

Doctors are human too, and they have normal social interactions. Sister Wang took good care of Liu Banxia in the past, so it's necessary for him to attend in person.

After resting for a bit longer, taking a small sip of water, Liu Banxia and Shi Lei headed directly to the operating room.

Chen Xuehai didn't have to be in such a rush; he had plenty of work on his hands unless the patient's luck was terrible and complications occurred immediately after surgery.

"Earlier, our team did a great job on the previous surgery, so we're going to carry that good luck into this one," Liu Banxia said with a smile.

"With you handling it, I'm at ease. I'll take a nap and wait for you to bring me good news," Wu Zhen said.

Liu Banxia nodded, "Then let's make good use of the time, Liu Yiqing, verify all the information. Once that's done, we'll proceed with the anesthesia."

As he spoke, he glanced over at the observation room, noticing a considerable crowd gathered there today.

This was a particularly challenging tumor to deal with, with severe adhesions, and coupled with the hepatic aneurysm, it made the surgery even more fascinating.