activa-t Chapter 1069 Antibacterial Pill
Chapter 1069 Antibacterial Pill
A moment later, Lingzi returned carrying a suitcase in both hands.
The box was small, with no markings on its surface, only a sophisticated combination lock.
Lingzi took out a small key from her bosom, inserted it into the lock, and quickly turned a few digits of the combination. With a soft "click," the lid of the box popped open.
Inside the box was thick cushioning material, and dozens of small, medicine-bottle-like glass containers were neatly secured.
Each small vial was carefully sealed and contained a small amount of white powder.
"What is this?" Terauchi Hisaichi couldn't help but ask, his body unconsciously leaning forward.
King Kyūhiko narrowed his eyes, scrutinizing the small bottles with sharp eyes.
Zhou Zhengqing did not answer directly, but nodded to Lingzi instead.
Lingzi stepped forward and began her introduction in a clear and calm tone. Her voice was as precise as a machine, yet it carried an unquestionable sense of authority.
"Ladies and gentlemen, this is the latest breakthrough achieved by the Takasaki family's top-secret biological laboratory in Okinawa."
Our internal code name is "Antibacterial Pill," its scientific name is penicillin, and laboratory scientists also call it penicillin.
She paused, seemingly organizing her thoughts to make sure Terauchi Hisaichi and Yasuhiko understood: "This is an antibacterial substance extracted from the metabolites of a specific Penicillium mold."
According to our current rigorous clinical trial data, its therapeutic effects on a variety of deadly bacterial infections, especially sepsis, gangrene, and pneumonia caused by combat wounds, far exceed those of sulfonamide drugs widely used by the military.
The bactericidal mechanism of penicillin is extremely unique.
It is fundamentally different from sulfonamides, which mainly work by inhibiting bacterial growth and are ineffective against many bacteria, easily leading to drug resistance.
Penicillin can directly destroy the cell wall of bacteria, causing them to lyse and die. Because it targets the specific structure of bacteria, it has extremely low cytotoxicity to human cells.
"Far beyond sulfonamides?" Terauchi Hisaichi raised an eyebrow. At that time, sulfonamides were already a treasure for frontline military doctors, as they could significantly reduce the mortality rate from wound infections.
King Kyohiko also showed an incredulous expression. Although he did not directly command the battle, he knew that wound infection was one of the main causes of death for soldiers on the battlefield.
"Yes, Your Excellency." Reiko nodded firmly, her gaze sweeping over the two listeners as she continued to deliver the bombshell information, "Under laboratory conditions, the bactericidal effect against common battlefield wound infection bacteria such as Staphylococcus and Streptococcus is estimated to be several to dozens of times that of high-quality sulfonamide preparations."
She picked up a summary of an experimental report written in Japanese and respectfully handed it to Terauchi Hisaichi, who was closest to her: "This contains data from some animal experiments and early human observations."
In animal models infected with lethal doses of bacteria, all untreated patients died, while the survival rate of the group receiving antibiotics exceeded 80%. For certain specific infections, it is almost the only effective drug.
Reiko's introduction was clear and professional, and every word struck a chord with Terauchi Hisaichi and Yasuhiko.
As senior officers, they were well aware of the devastating impact of wound infections on the combat effectiveness of their troops.
Zhou Zhengqing, who was smiling to the side, knew even better that before the advent of penicillin, even the smallest cut could lead to a fatal infection.
On the battlefield, many soldiers do not die directly from bullets, but from subsequent infections.
The advent of penicillin changed this situation.
According to postwar statistics, penicillin reduced the Allied mortality rate from infection by an astonishing 80% and the amputation rate by 25% during World War II.
This means that a large number of experienced soldiers can return to the battlefield, which is of immeasurable value in maintaining the combat effectiveness of the troops.
Reiko calmly observed the two's reactions and continued to increase her stakes: "More importantly, penicillin is highly effective against gas gangrene and sepsis."
These diseases have extremely high mortality rates on the battlefield, and our military medical departments are currently almost helpless against them. She paused briefly to allow the information to fully disseminate.
"In clinical trials at the Okinawa laboratory, 12 out of 15 patients diagnosed with sepsis made a full recovery after using antimicrobial pills."
As she spoke, Lingzi took out a small bottle of white powder from her suitcase: "This is highly purified penicillin powder. One bottle of this dosage is enough to pull a septicemia patient back from the brink of death."
At this moment, a new power structure is taking shape in the study.
Zhou Zhengqing knew that the penicillin in his possession was not only a medical breakthrough, but also an important political bargaining chip.
Terauchi Hisaichi's gaze deepened.
He seemed to see countless soldiers groaning in pain from infection, and the morale of the troops deteriorating due to insufficient medical resources.
If this miraculous drug could be obtained, the combat effectiveness of the North China Front Army would be qualitatively enhanced.
But what shocked the two high-ranking Japanese officers even more was the strategic significance behind penicillin.
Whoever controls this life-saving drug, to some extent, controls the lives of soldiers and the combat effectiveness of the troops.
By showcasing penicillin, Zhou Zhengqing was actually demonstrating the Takasaki family's absolute leading position in the field of biotechnology and the enormous influence it brings.
"At our experimental base in Okinawa, we have established a complete research and development system," Reiko added. "From strain selection to extraction and purification, everything is done in-house..."
Reiko's introduction was clear and professional, and every word struck a chord with Terauchi Hisaichi and Yasuhiko.
Now it's wartime, and a brand new, incredibly effective anti-infective drug!
This is no longer just medicine, but a strategic resource that can significantly improve the survival rate of soldiers and maintain the combat effectiveness of the troops. It is a "life-saving drug" that can truly turn the tide in critical moments!
A brief silence fell over the study, broken only by the crackling of the burning wood in the fireplace and the faint howling of the cold wind of a Tianjin winter night outside the window.
This silence was more suffocating than any noise, as if the air itself had frozen, pressing heavily on everyone's heart.
Terauchi Hisaichi and Prince Asaka Yasuhiko, two high-ranking Japanese military officers who held great power and were accustomed to the bloodshed of the battlefield and the turmoil of politics, were now deeply shocked by Reiko's calm and professional description.
As decision-makers in high positions, they understand this better than anyone else.
On the brutal battlefield, many brave soldiers did not die directly from the enemy's accurate bullets or fierce artillery fire, but fell silently in the makeshift field hospitals behind the lines.
Suffering from persistent high fever caused by wound infection, septicemia, and gangrene, they endured a long and painful death process.
The advent of sulfonamides once brought hope, but their effectiveness was limited, they were ineffective against many severe deep infections and certain bacterial species, and they were prone to developing resistance.
The mortality rate of wounded soldiers, especially the mortality rate of seriously wounded soldiers, is always a sword of Damocles hanging over the heads of every commander. It not only consumes precious manpower, but also severely damages the morale of the troops.