Puttur Negligence Case: DHO Submits Preliminary Report

Mangaluru: Following the alleged medical negligence case in Puttur, where doctors at a private hospital reportedly left a surgical mop inside a woman's stomach during a C-section delivery, a fact-finding team headed by DHO Dr. Thimmaiah HR has submitted a preliminary report.

Medical Dialogues had previously reported that a doctor associated with a private hospital in Puttur, Karnataka, had been accused of medical negligence for allegedly leaving a surgical mop inside a woman's stomach while conducting her Caesarean-section surgery.

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The case stems from an allegation made by the husband of a woman who underwent a Caesarean section in November 2024. He claims that during the procedure, a surgical mop was left inside his wife’s abdomen, which led to complications. The patient, still receiving medication for the complications, has faced significant health challenges since the surgery. She has been unable to breastfeed her newborn, and her recovery process remains slow. This incident has sparked concern over patient safety and the standards of care in private hospitals, particularly regarding surgical procedures.

A team of six doctors was sent to the hospital to conduct an inquiry, where they interacted with medical staff, reviewed hospital records, and examined documents related to the surgery. The health authorities have vowed to take swift and appropriate action once the final report is submitted in the next two days. The Health and Family Welfare minister has directed the officials to submit the findings immediately.

This directive is expected to speed up the investigation, ensuring that the necessary steps are taken to address the issue and prevent similar incidents in the future.

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