Gaza War Wounded Face Dire Choices Amid Hospital Shortages

Over 54,500 injured in ongoing conflict, with many opting for amputation due to lack of medical resources.

Israel's ongoing war with Gaza has resulted in over 54,500 war-wounded individuals, many of whom are facing the difficult decision of amputation or risk of death due to severe injuries and lack of proper medical treatment.
Only nine out of Gaza's 36 hospitals are still operational after weeks of Israel's air and ground offensive, and they lack basic equipment to perform surgeries.
More than 20,600 Palestinians have been killed in the fighting, about 70% of them women and children.
Before the war, Gaza's health system was already overwhelmed due to years of conflict and a border blockade enforced by Israel and Egypt.
Many of the new amputees are struggling to adapt to life after the loss of their limbs, with scarce basic supplies and overcrowded living conditions.