Ethical Dilemma Of Triage In Hospital

Tertiary care centres in general and specialty trauma centres in particular faces tremendous pressure during times of crisis such as earthquakes, pandemic, and accidents involving masses. In times of crisis, hospitals often face overwhelming situations where resources are scarce, the number of patients exceeds the available capacity, and healthcare systems face immense pressure to allocate limited resources efficiently. In such circumstances, the concept of triage becomes crucial, as it involves making difficult decisions about who receives medical care and resources first.