Critically Ill Korean Tourist Evacuated from Macau After Stroke: TKP Coordinates Emergency Repatriation

A South Korean tourist in Macau suffered a sudden ischemic stroke after discontinuing anticoagulants for atrial fibrillation. Despite emergency intervention, his condition remained critical. With brain edema likely to worsen, TKP Medical Assistance swiftly arranged an air ambulance transfer to Seoul National University Hospital, ensuring timely intervention during the neurological crisis window.

Sudden Neurological Collapse in Macau

Mr. Kim, a tourist from Seoul with a history of atrial fibrillation, neglected to refill his anticoagulant medication while traveling in Macau. When he failed to check out of his hotel on departure day, staff found him unresponsive in his room with classic signs of stroke. He was rushed to Conde S. Januário Hospital (Hilltop Hospital), where an angiographic thrombectomy was attempted. Unfortunately, the occluded vessel could not be reopened.

TKP medical team arrives at Conde S. Januário Hospital in Macau to assess the patient’s condition and coordinate repatriation

TKP Medical Assessment and Air Ambulance Activation

TKP’s medical team immediately reviewed Mr. Kim’s ICU condition. He was unconscious, intubated, and dependent on a ventilator, with signs of increased intracranial pressure. Given the imminent risk of cerebral edema within the next 72 hours, TKP recommended urgent repatriation by air ambulance. His family, in consultation with a Seoul-based neurologist, agreed on the transfer plan.

TKP ensures the safe ground transfer of Mr. Kim to Macau International Airport for emergency air evacuation to South Korea

Safe Return to South Korea for Neurosurgical Treatment

Within hours, TKP dispatched a fully equipped air ambulance. After a 3-hour medical flight, Mr. Kim arrived safely at Gimpo International Airport in Seoul. The team expedited customs clearance and ensured his smooth transfer to Seoul National University Hospital for advanced neurosurgical management.

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