Beginning with about 600 patients, the hospital population increased year by year until the peak was reached in December 1945 with a total patient census/population of 1,729, beds in every hall and every building being overtaxed.
The initial number of patients at the hospital was around 600, and it steadily increased until reaching its peak in December 1945 with a total patient population of 1,729. The capacity of beds in every wing and building was exceeded due to this surge.